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Butterfly Weed (Clay Form)

Asclepias tuberosa (Clay Form)
SKU: HC016096
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Overview

Asclepias tuberosa Clay Form (Butterfly Weed) is a food source for Monarch butterfly caterpillars and very attractive to many varieties of butterflies. This special selection of the wildflower Orange Butterfly Weed is unique in its ability to grow in heavier soils including clay. Typically, Asclepias grows in sandy soils. Perennial Plant Association Plant of The Year 2017. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric). 15-18" tall x 15-18" wide..

key features
Botanical Name
Asclepias tuberosa (Clay Form)
Advantages
Native, Bee Friendly, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Naturalizes, Fragrant
Growing Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Water Tolerance
Low-Water
Mature Height
15-18" tall
Mature Spread
15-18" wide
Bloom Time
Late spring to summer
SKU
HC016096
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