***Nectar plant for Butterflies, it is a Host plant for Monarchs***
*** Not Invasive***

Family: Apocynaceae (a-pos-ih-NAY-see-ee)
Genus: Asclepias (ass-KLE-pee-us)
Species: tuberosa (too-ber-OH-suh)
Cultivar: Butterfly Weed
Category:
Perennials
Height:
18-24 in.
Spacing:
15-18 in.
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 4a to 9b
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Bloom Color:
Bright Orange
Bloom Time:
Mid Summer
Foliage:
Herbaceous
Other details:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
***Deer Resistant***
Soil pH requirements:
5.6 to 7.5
Available:
Early/Mid May
Pot Size:
3 Quart