Asclepias tuberosa
BUTTERFLY WEED
Clusters of bright orange flowers in summer, followed by long seedpods. Tuberous, likes sun & drainage. Mulch with 3" sand or grit 24"
| Hardiness: | Hardy |
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| Longevity: | Perennial |
| Growing Condition: | Dry sun |
| Season: | Summer |
| Good For: | Seedheads & fruit |
| Good For: | Wildlife Friendly |
| Good For: | Deer Resistant |
| Good For: | Rabbit Resistant |
| Good For: | Long Blooming |
| Flower Colour: | Orange |
| Foliage Colour: | Green |
| Germination: | Germinates easily at room temperatures. Sow shallowly spring summer or early autumn |
Seed
Sow in grit and put 3" of grit above tuber when planting out
50 seeds per pack (approx).
Available as...
| Seed | Price: £2.50 per pack of 50* | Qty: | Add to Basket | ||
| Nursery Plant | Must be purchased direct from the nursery. | ||||
*Seed numbers are approximate.
