35 Butterfly Milkweed Seeds Showy Pink Native Asclepias speciosa for Monarchs
35 Butterfly Milkweed Seeds Showy Pink Native Asclepias speciosa for Monarchs ********** Showy Milkweed is native to most of the central and western United States. It can be found along ditches and roads as well as in moist sites of meadows and fields. Plants grow to 40 inches tall and have large, round clusters of pink flowers. Showy Milkweed is a host plant for monarchs, and the nectar is utilized by many pollinators. Plants are rhizomatous and can spread aggressively. Sowing: In late fall, direct sow butterfly milkweed seeds just below the surface. Germination will take place in the spring, after the last frost. When the seedlings appear, thin to the strongest plant; seedlings usually do not survive transplanting, since they resent any disturbance of their roots. For spring planting, mix the seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing. Growing: Young plants should be watered until they become established; mature plants can tolerate drought, and the roots will be damaged by excessively wet soil. This plant grows slowly, and it may take 2-3 years to produce flowers. Though not invasive, this plant will eventually spread if left to drop its seed. The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Deer avoid this plant. If aphids become a problem, dislodge them from the plant with a strong stream of water. Harvesting: This makes a striking cut flower. Because the stems contain no milky sap, these flowers tend to have a longer vase life than most milkweed varieties. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened. *** ()*** MORE INFO: Name: Showy Butterfly Milkweed Scientific Name: Asclepias speciosa Color: Pink Hardiness Zones: 3-10 Plant Seeds: Outdoors After Frost / Indoors Weeks Before Last Frost Plant Height: 24″-40″ Plant Spacing: 18 – 36″ Cycle: Perennial Bloom Season – Summer Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade Soil & Water Preferences: Average Other: Attracts bees, birds, & butterflies NOTE: .
40 Butterfly Milkweed Seeds Asclepias tuberosa Native for Monarchs
Orange Butterfly Milkweed Flower Seeds Asclepias tuberosa Monarch Host ********** Butterfly Milkweed is native to the central and eastern United States and is found in moderate to drier sites. Plants grow to 30 inches tall and have clusters of dark orange to reddish flowers. Butterfly milkweed is very adaptable and non-aggressive, which makes it ideal for home garden use. Plants are host to monarch butterflies and provide nectar to many pollinators. *** ()*** MORE INFO: Name: Butterfly Milkweed Scientific Name: Asclepias tuberosa Color: Orange Hardiness Zones: 3-10 Plant Seeds: Outdoors After Frost / Indoors Weeks Before Last Frost Plant Height: 18″-30″ Plant Spacing: 18 – 36″ Cycle: Perennial Bloom Season – Summer Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade Soil & Water Preferences: Average Other: Attracts bees, birds, & butterflies, Species Type: Native Classification: Herbaceous Perennial Characteristics: A multi-stemmed flowering species that spreads from underground tubers. Habitat: Dry woods, abandoned fields, roadsides, shale barrens; grows best in well-drained soils. Bloom Period: June to August Flower Color: Orange, yellow, red Foliage Color: Green Height: Up to 2.9 Ft Minimum Root Depth: 16 in pH: 4.8 – 6.8 Pollinator Value: Very High Tolerances: Shade: Full Sun Drought: High Sowing: In late fall, direct sow butterfly milkweed seeds just below the surface. Germination will take place in the spring, after the last frost. When the seedlings appear, thin to the strongest plant; seedlings usually do not survive transplanting, since they resent any disturbance of their roots. For spring planting, mix the seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing. Growing: Young plants should be watered until they become established; mature plants can tolerate drought, and the roots will be damaged by excessively wet soil. This plant grows slowly, and it may take 2-3 years to produce flowers. Though not invasive, this plant will eventually spread if left to drop its seed. The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Deer avoid this plant. If aphids become a problem, dislodge them from the plant with a strong stream of water. Harvesting: This makes a striking cut flower. Because the stems contain no milky sap, these flowers tend to have a longer vase life than most milkweed varieties. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened. Max shipping fee is $3.95. You will not pay anymore than that no matter how many seeds (You must checkout with all seeds at the same time with only one payment in order to get combined shipping). U.S. order take 2- 7 business days to arrive. (Depends on which state you live in) All Of Our Vegetable Seeds Are Heirloom And Organic Unless Otherwise Stated. Organic seeds will be stated as such in item title and item description, . All Seeds We Carry Are Either For The Current Growing Season Or For The Next Growing Season To Come Which Is Why Our Seeds Have Such A High Germination Rate And Will Last For Years If Stored Properly. We Do Not Sell Old Seeds. Our Heirloom Seeds Are All Gathered And Packaged By Hand So No Weed Seeds Or Anything Other Than What You Ordered Will Be In Your Seed Packets. We Do Not Carry Any Gmo Or Altered Seeds. All Seeds Come In A 2X3 Resealable Plastic Zip Lock Bag, Shipped In A Protective Bubble Mailer. If You Have Any Questions You Can Message Us At Any Time. .. All multiple orders of the same seed are put in the same bag. For example if you order 500 beefsteak tomato seeds x 3 then 1500 seeds will be put in the same bag. We do not send out 3 individual bags with 500 in each. This goes for all seeds unless they are listings of different seeds. NOTE: ALL GROWING INFO AND INSTRUCTIONS ARE SENT WITH YOUR ORDER. Check Our Store For Many More Flowers, Fruit & Vegetables
40 Butterfly Milkweed Seeds Pink Asclepias Syriaca Native for Monarchs
40 Butterfly Milkweed Seeds Pink Asclepias Syriaca Native Perennial for Monarchs ********** Common Milkweed has pink flowers and grows to four feet tall. It is native to the Midwest and eastern U.S. It prefers full sun and loamy, mesic soil, but it can tolerate a wide variety of conditions. This species can spread aggressively in moister sites and is most appropriate for butterfly habitat gardens, conservation and meadow plantings. Sowing: In late fall, direct sow just below the surface. Germination will take place in the spring, after the last frost. When the seedlings appear, thin to the strongest plant; seedlings usually do not survive transplanting, since they resent any disturbance of their roots. For spring planting, mix the seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing. Growing: Though this plant can tolerate some dryness, occasional watering may be necessary. The flowers attract bees and butterflies, especially monarch butterflies. Deer avoid this plant. This plant will reseed itself and often spreads extensively in the wild. Harvesting: This makes a striking cut flower. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened. Keep in mind that the milky sap is mildly toxic and can irritate the skin. *** ()*** MORE INFO: Name: Butterfly MilkweedScientific Name: Asclepias syriaca Color: PinkHardiness Zones: 4-10 Plant Seeds: Outdoors After Frost / Indoors Weeks Before Last FrostPlant Height: 30″-48″Plant Spacing: 18 – 36″Cycle: PerennialBloom Season – Summer Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade Soil & Water Preferences: Average Other: Attracts bees, birds, & butterflies, Species Type: Native Classification: Herbaceous Perennial Characteristics: A multi-stemmed flowering species that spreads from underground tubers. Habitat: Dry woods, abandoned fields, roadsides, shale barrens; grows best in well-drained soils. Bloom Period: June to August Flower Color: Pink Foliage Color: Green Minimum Root Depth: 16 in pH: 4.8 – 6.8 Pollinator Value: Very High Tolerances: Drought: High Max shipping fee is $4.29. You will not pay anymore than that no matter how many seeds (You must checkout with all seeds at the same time with only one payment in order to get combined shipping).U.S. order take 2- 7 business days to arrive. (Depends on which state you live in) All Of Our Vegetable Seeds Are Heirloom And Organic Unless Otherwise Stated. All Seeds We Carry Are Either For The Current Growing Season Or For The Next Growing Season To Come Which Is Why Our Seeds Have Such A High Germination Rate And Will Last For Years If Stored Properly. We Do Not Sell Old Seeds. Our Heirloom Seeds Are All Gathered And Packaged By Hand So No Weed Seeds Or Anything Other Than What You Ordered Will Be In Your Seed Packets. We Do Not Carry Any Gmo Or Altered Seeds
