Butterfly Weed

Asclepias tuberosa

Basics

Plant Type :Perennial
Hardiness Range : Minimum :4
Maximum :8
Zone : 4,5,6,7,8

Height Range : Minimum :45.72
Maximum :60.96

Spread Range : Minimum :30.48
Maximum :60.96

Growth Range :Average growth rate

Shape : Upright or erect

Exposure (light) : Full sun

Wetness Tolerance : Moist
Persistnece : Deciduous
Leaf Color : Green

Fall Color : Not applicable

Bloom

Color : Yellow
Time : Early summer, Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall

Fruit Color : Unknown
Attribute : Attracts butterflies, Suitable for cut flowers, Suitable for dried flowers, Extended bloom season in Zones 9A and above, Attractive flowers or blooms

Care & Uses

Salt Tolerance :Low salt tolerance
Environment :Tolerates moderate drought
Soil Condition :Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Neutral, Sandy, Well drained