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Butterfly Weed

Asclepias Tuberosa

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Overview

Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) is a vibrant perennial native to the US. Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, it stands 1-2 feet tall and 1-1.5 feet wide. Bright orange to yellow flowers bloom from early summer to early fall, attracting butterflies and bees. Its drought tolerance and low maintenance make it a garden favorite. Hardiness zones: 3-9. Ideal for borders or as a focal point in xeriscapes.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 3–9Type PerennialClimate Arid
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) is a vibrant perennial native to the US

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asclepiadaceae
Climate
Arid

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Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — the plant's milk-like sap may cause skin irritation for some; its flowering and attraction of pollinators are maximized
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Bright orange to yellow flowers bloom from early summer to early fall, attracting butterflies and bees; the, image 55
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Bright orange to yellow flowers bloom from early summer to early fall, attracting butterflies and bees; the Asclepias
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Its lanceolate leaves are medium green and grow up to 6 inches long; the flowers are nectar-rich, image 117
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — its flowering and attraction of pollinators are maximized in full sunlight; ideally planted in full sun, this tough plant
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — orange flowers in the garden; which typically bloom between May and September, image 128
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Its lanceolate leaves are medium green and grow up to 6 inches long; the flowers are nectar-rich, image 65
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Bright orange to yellow flowers bloom from early summer to early fall, attracting butterflies and bees; the, image 133
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Its lanceolate leaves are medium green and grow up to 6 inches long; the flowers are nectar-rich, image 91
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — orange flowers in the garden; which typically bloom between May and September, image 102
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — orange to yellow flower clusters; butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) is a vibrant perennial native to the US, image 86
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Ideally planted in full sun, this tough plant is drought-resistant, preferring well-drained soils; though, image 118
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Its drought tolerance and low maintenance make it a garden favorite; perennial with orange blooms, image 82
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Ideally planted in full sun, this tough plant is drought-resistant, preferring well-drained soils; though, image 66
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Its drought tolerance and low maintenance make it a garden favorite; perennial with orange blooms, image 134
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — and its taproot system makes it tolerant of poor; ideal for borders or as a focal point in xeriscapes, image 120
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — which typically bloom between May and September; orange to yellow flower clusters, image 61
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — perennial with orange blooms; and its taproot system makes it tolerant of poor
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — so placement should be considered where incidental contact is minimized; thriving in full sun with, image 127
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — the Asclepias tuberosa adds a splash of color in perennial borders; or as an accent in rock gardens, image 70
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — though this same trait can make transplantation challenging.<br><br>For landscape design purposes; the, image 95
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — making them an excellent magnet for butterflies; the plant's milk-like sap may cause skin irritation for some, image 115
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — the Butterfly Weed forms a compact clump of erect; bright orange to yellow flowers bloom from early summer to early fall
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, it stands 1-2 feet tall and 1-1.5 feet wide; making them an, image 54

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