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Asclepias tuberosa
Butterfly Weed
Clusters of bright orange to yellow-orange flowers appear on tall stems from late spring through summer. Flowers give way to spindle-shaped seed pods, which are used in dry floral arrangements.
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Attracts Wildlife
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Songbirds |
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Butterflies |
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Hummingbirds |
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Attributes & Uses
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Naturalizing |
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Rock Garden |
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Drought Tolerant |
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Native |
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Exposure
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Foliage Color
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Habit
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Program
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American Beauties® Natives |
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Season of Interest (Flowering)
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Season of Interest (Foliage)
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Soil Moisture Preference
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Height2-3 Feet
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Spread12-18 Inches
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Flower Color:Orange
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USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9
