Northern Wildflowers Milkweed Butterfly Pkg.

Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) is the host plant of the monarch butterfly and an important nectar source for bees and butterflies. The bright orange blooms stand out against any other colour in the garden. It is less toxic than its cousin Common Milkweed, has more of a shrub-like habit and spreads less aggressively.

Growing Instructions

Cold, moist stratification is required. Mix seeds with moist substrate (vermiculite, perlite or moss) and place in a plastic bag and refrigerate for 6-8 weeks. Sow seed at 1/8 inch depth. Do not let seedling dry out while it is establishing.

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Sow directly outdoors in late fall to overwinter.