Butterfly milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) is one of the tamer milkweeds with lots of ornamental appeal. This adaptable milkweed is hardy in zones 3-10 and was named the 2017 Perennial Plant of the Year.

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It's spring. When planning your garden, consider planting native milkweed. Monarch butterflies need our help. Adverse weather conditions in 2024, coupled with a steady and ongoing decline in ...

Grow milkweed (Asclepias) to support monarch butterflies, hummingbirds and bees while adding color, fragrance and beauty to your landscape. You’ll find native milkweeds throughout North and ...