Asclepias tuberosa

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Susan Frommer, JJ Neilson

 

Description

This is an all time favorite wildflower, with bright clusters of orange flowers that bloom on top of dark green, bushy foliage from June to September. Growing to a height of 1'-3', it requires well-drained, sunny conditions. Once established, this wildflower is extremely hardy, and can be used as specimen plants or in groups. It is also a major food source for the Monarch butterfly. -Holland Wildflower Farm

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Orange

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Roadside

 

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.