Attracts Pollinators | Drought-Tolerant | Beautiful Orange Blooms
With its vibrant clusters of orange flowers, Butterfly Milkweed adds a striking pop of color to mid-summer gardens while supporting crucial pollinators. Blooming from June to August, this drought-tolerant native perennial grows 18–36 inches tall and thrives in dry, well-drained soils, making it perfect for xeriscapes, wildflower meadows, and sunny borders.
Adapted to Northern Michigan (Zone 5a), it does best in full sun and attracts Monarch butterflies, bees, and other pollinators with its rich nectar. Butterfly Milkweed not only enhances the beauty of your garden but also plays a vital role in supporting local wildlife, particularly during the summer months when pollinator activity is at its peak.
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
Sun: Full sun
Height: 18–36 inches
Soil: Well-drained, dry to medium
Wildlife: Attracts Monarch butterflies, bees, and other pollinators
Uses: Pollinator gardens, wildflower meadows, borders, dry landscapes, xeriscaping
Attracts Pollinators | Drought-Tolerant | Beautiful Orange Blooms
With its vibrant clusters of orange flowers, Butterfly Milkweed adds a striking pop of color to mid-summer gardens while supporting crucial pollinators. Blooming from June to August, this drought-tolerant native perennial grows 18–36 inches tall and thrives in dry, well-drained soils, making it perfect for xeriscapes, wildflower meadows, and sunny borders.
Adapted to Northern Michigan (Zone 5a), it does best in full sun and attracts Monarch butterflies, bees, and other pollinators with its rich nectar. Butterfly Milkweed not only enhances the beauty of your garden but also plays a vital role in supporting local wildlife, particularly during the summer months when pollinator activity is at its peak.
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
Sun: Full sun
Height: 18–36 inches
Soil: Well-drained, dry to medium
Wildlife: Attracts Monarch butterflies, bees, and other pollinators
Uses: Pollinator gardens, wildflower meadows, borders, dry landscapes, xeriscaping
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