Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)
One of the most vibrant native plants in the Midwest, the landscape looks aflame when this milkweed is in flower. A plant native to Illinois dry prairies and savannas, often found growing in sandy soils.
 
Acronym: ASCTUB
Life-Cycle: Perennial
Bloom Color: Orange
Bloom Time: June - August
Typical Height: 24"
Light Preference: Full Sun - Part Shade
Soil Preference: Dry
Root Structure: Taproot
Stratification: Cold & Moist for 30 Days
Seeds per Ounce: 4,300*
IL County Ecotypes we Grow**
Kane County
 
Other scientific names used for this species:
None
 
Other common names used for this species:
None
 
*Approximate, actual number of seeds may vary slightly by seed lot.
**We have listed the County ecotypes that we grow for this species, this ecotype may or may not be available at the time of your order. If you prefer one of the ecotypes over another please type it into the "Additional Info Section" and we'll provide that ecotype if it's available, if it is not available we will provide one of the other ecotypes listed.