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$35.00 – $325.00
Blazing orange bloom on a monarch host plant — the showiest milkweed and the one that belongs in every pollinator planting.
SIZEButterfly Milkweed, a cherished native plant, thrives in a variety of soil conditions, ranging from average to dry to medium, as long as the soil is well-drained and the location receives full sun exposure. This species is particularly notable for its exceptional drought tolerance, making it an excellent choice for gardens and landscapes in regions prone to dry spells.
An obligate host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars.
Vivid orange flower clusters through summer.
Exceptional drought tolerance once established.
Draws butterflies, native bees, and hummingbirds.
Unlike most milkweeds, it lacks the heavy milky latex.
Persists for many years in an established planting.
Taprooted — invests below ground before blooming heavily.
