Butterfly Weed

Asclepias tuberosa

Plant Details

Type of Plant

Herbaceous Perennial

Mature Size

1.5-2 ft x 1-2 ft

Sun Requirements

Full sun

Water Needs

Low

Bloom Time

May-September

Bloom Color

Orange

About This Plant

Essential larval host for monarch and queen butterflies.

Wildlife & Habitat

Texas Native

Yes

Wildlife Value

Yes

Monarch Value

Yes

Larval Host Value

Yes

Wildlife Supported

Bees, Butterflies