Butterfly Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias tuberosa) – Monarch Host Plant with Bright Orange Blooms for Pollinator Gardens
Heirloom - Non-GMO - Reliable Germination
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Support Monarch butterflies and create a pollinator-friendly garden with Butterfly Milkweed seeds (Asclepias tuberosa). This native perennial wildflower produces clusters of vivid orange blooms on compact, bushy plants reaching 12–18 inches tall. Butterfly milkweed plays a critical role in the Monarch life cycle, providing a place for egg-laying and essential food for caterpillars, while also offering nectar for adult butterflies and other beneficial pollinators.
Well-suited for gardens, meadows, and naturalized landscapes, Butterfly Milkweed is both ornamental and ecologically valuable. Multiple plantings help increase visibility and effectiveness for attracting Monarchs and supporting local insect populations.
Showy Orange Blooms with Native Resilience:
Butterfly Milkweed is known for its striking color and adaptability across a wide geographic range. Also referred to as Pleurisy Root, Butterfly Weed, or Chigger Flower, this species is native from Florida to Canada and west to California.
Plant characteristics:
- Bushy perennial wildflower
- Grows approximately 12–18 inches tall
- Produces clusters of bright orange flowers
- Suitable for pollinator gardens, borders, and wildflower plantings
Why Customers Love Butterfly Milkweed Seeds:
- Essential host plant for Monarch butterflies and caterpillars
- Attracts butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators
- Native perennial that returns year after year
- Compact size works well in gardens and mixed wildflower plantings
- Helps support pollinator conservation efforts
How to Use / How to Grow:
Sow seeds in well-draining soil in full sun. Butterfly Milkweed can be direct-seeded outdoors or started indoors for transplanting. Water gently and keep soil lightly moist during germination. Once established, plants are drought-tolerant and require minimal maintenance.
Cold Stratification for Better Germination:
Butterfly Milkweed seeds benefit from cold stratification. To improve germination, place seeds on a damp paper towel, roll it up, and store in the refrigerator for 2–3 weeks before sowing. This process mimics winter conditions and helps encourage stronger, more consistent sprouting.
Net Wt. 400MG
Butterfly Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias tuberosa) – Monarch Host Plant ...
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Native Perennials Are Worth The Wait!
Native perennials may not bloom in their first year. When planted from seeds, perennials put almost all of their energy into establishing strong, healthy root systems in the first year of growth. In the second year, you should see larger plants and some blooms. After the third year, you will be able to enjoy a bounty of beautiful blooms. Trust us! It will be worth the wait!
Cold Stratification Aids Germination
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Step 1
Lightly moisten some clean sand. Make sure it is not too wet.
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Mix your seeds with the moist sand.
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Store your sand in an airtight container like a zip-top bag. Make sure to label and date your container.
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Refrigerate your sand and seeds for 2 to 4 weeks (or more, depending on the information on your seed packet)
Support Native Habitats
- Supports Local Ecosystems and Biodiversity: Native plants are uniquely adapted to the local climate and soil conditions, forming the foundation of healthy ecosystems. They provide essential food, shelter, and breeding grounds for a wide array of native wildlife, including pollinators like bees and butterflies, birds, and beneficial insects, which helps to maintain and enhance local biodiversity.
- Requires Less Maintenance and Resources: Once established, native plants typically require significantly less water, fertilizer, and pesticides compared to non-native ornamental plants. Their deep root systems improve soil health and water penetration, reducing runoff and erosion, and their natural resistance to local pests and diseases minimizes the need for chemical interventions, saving time, money, and environmental impact.
- Contributes to Climate Resiliency and Conservation: By supporting a healthy native plant community, you are helping to create more resilient landscapes that can better withstand the impacts of climate change, such as extreme weather events. Growing native plants also plays a crucial role in conserving local plant genetics, preserving the natural heritage of a region, and providing critical habitat corridors for wildlife facing habitat loss.
- Detailed Growing Information: Paper seed packets include clear planting instructions, germination tips, and seed-saving info, great for beginner or experienced gardeners growing vegetables, herbs, flowers, or native plants.
- Trusted USA Seed Company: Family-owned business providing heirloom, non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds; always fresh, untreated, rigorously tested, and expertly packed for long-term storage and gardening success across all experience levels
Frequently Asked Questions
Are your seeds heirloom and open-pollinated?
Are your seeds heirloom and open-pollinated?
Yes. All of our seeds are heirloom, open-pollinated varieties, which means they can produce seeds that grow true to type and are suitable for seed saving.
You can learn more about open-pollinated, heirloom, and non-GMO seeds in our Survival Garden Training blog.
Are your seeds non-GMO?
Are your seeds non-GMO?
Yes. All Survival Garden Seeds are 100% non-GMO. Our seeds are open-pollinated heirloom varieties and are never genetically modified.
Are your seeds treated with chemicals?
Are your seeds treated with chemicals?
No. Our seeds are completely untreated and free from chemical coatings, fungicides, or synthetic treatments.
How do I know my seeds are fresh?
How do I know my seeds are fresh?
Every seed packet includes a packed-for date, and we germination-test each seed lot before packaging to ensure high viability.
What is the shelf life of your seeds?
What is the shelf life of your seeds?
Most seeds remain viable for 3 to 5 years or longer when stored properly in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture.
In what USDA hardiness zones can I grow your seeds?
In what USDA hardiness zones can I grow your seeds?
Our varieties are selected to grow successfully across USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 10. Each packet includes variety-specific planting guidance and germination tips.
