Asclepias tuberosa [Gay Butterflies Group]

Also Known As

Asclepias tuberosa 'Gay Butterflies'
Gay Butterflies Butterfly Weed

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-28"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

4a-10b

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Asclepias tuberosa [Gay Butterflies Group] plant details

Asclepias tuberosa [Gay Butterflies Group] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asclepias tuberosa [Gay Butterflies Group]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 24 IN - 28 IN - tall
Flowers: orange, red and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asclepias tuberosa [Gay Butterflies Group]

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vivid colors in shades of yellow, orange, red and bicolor combinations extend the range of color available in the garden milkweeds (ours are mixed colors); nice cut flowers and a delight for butterflies. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

A wonderful mix, with lots of orange and pure yellow and a few pure dark red flowers; drought tolerant and difficult to transplant once established it is a favorite with monarch butterflies and should be planted in big drifts along with Liatris ligulostylis monarch strain for best effect. ZONE 4