Butterfly Milkweed Seeds
Butterfly Milkweed Seeds
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With our Butterfly Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias tuberosa), you can up the ecological appeal of your garden while growing a vibrant and vital plant that attracts monarch butterflies. This native perennial is well-known for its vivid orange blooms, which provide nectar for a range of pollinators and an essential food source for monarch larvae. Butterfly Milkweed is suitable for growing a butterfly garden or adding biodiversity to your outdoor space. It's also very beneficial to the protection of butterfly populations. Once established, it can withstand drought and is an excellent choice for gardeners who want to have a beneficial environmental impact.
About Our Seeds:
- Our seeds are non-GMO, open-pollinated, and untreated (free from fungicides, pesticides, herbicides, etc.)
- We regularly test our seeds to ensure they meet the highest germination standards.
- We provide full, detailed growing instructions for all our seeds.
- Our seeds are professionally packed in eco-friendly resealable packets made from recycled materials and printed with vegetable-based ink, without the use of plastic ziploc bags.
Package Quantity:
- {Quantity:}-.5g (Min. 50 Seeds)
Interesting Facts:-
Butterfly Milkweed Seeds come from the Asclepias tuberosa plant, which is native to North America. It is a member of the milkweed family, which is known for its importance to monarch butterflies. The plant is also known as Orange Milkweed, Indian Paintbrush, and Pleurisy Root.
- Soil requirements: Butterfly milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.0. It can tolerate poor soil conditions but thrives best in nutrient-rich soil.
- Sunlight needs: Full sun is ideal for butterfly milkweed. It requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to grow and bloom optimally.
- Watering requirements: Butterfly milkweed is drought-tolerant once established. Water the seeds moderately, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering frequency as the plant matures.
- Planting season: The best time to plant butterfly milkweed seeds is in the fall or early spring. Fall planting allows natural cold stratification, which can improve germination rates.
- Depth and spacing: Plant the seeds about 1/4 inch deep and space them approximately 18-24 inches apart to allow adequate room for growth and air circulation.
- Germination time: Butterfly milkweed seeds typically germinate within 14-28 days under optimal conditions. Cold stratification for 30 days before planting can enhance germination rates.
- Maturity time: Butterfly milkweed plants usually reach maturity and begin to bloom within 2-3 years after planting.
- Harvesting time: The best time to harvest butterfly milkweed seeds is in late summer to early fall when the seed pods turn brown and begin to split open.
- Harvesting tips: Use gloves to protect your hands from the sap. Collect the seed pods before they fully open to prevent seed loss. Dry the pods in a cool, dry place, then gently open them to extract the seeds. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place in an airtight container for future planting.
