Butterfly Weed 100 Seeds Asclepias tuberosa

Asclepias tuberosa, commonly known as butterfly weed, is an herbaceous perennial native to much of North America, particularly thriving in prairies, open woodlands, and roadsides. This species is easily recognized by its clusters of orange to yellow-orange flowers that bloom profusely during the summer months, attracting a wide variety of pollinators, especially butterflies, hence its common name. It is a crucial host plant for the monarch butterfly, providing both nectar for adults and foliage for caterpillars. The plant typically grows 1 to 3 feet tall and features narrow, lance-shaped leaves that are arranged alternately along sturdy, hairy stems. Unlike many other milkweeds, Asclepias tuberosa produces little to no milky sap and has a deep, woody taproot, making it highly drought-tolerant once established. This taproot also makes it difficult to transplant successfully. Butterfly weed prefers full sun and well-drained soils, particularly sandy or rocky types, and it often thriv