Back
Free Delivery With All Orders Over £60
June Gardening Jobs
Product Description
Asclepias Tuberosa, otherwise known as the 'Butterfly Weed', is a dramatic and vibrant variety of milkweed guaranteed to attract interest to the summer garden. From June to September, Tuberosa produces lance-shaped foliage and striking, flat-topped clusters of small, startling orange blooms atop stiff, robust branches. These can even be used as treillage to support weaker close-growing plants, making Asclepias Tuberosa a versatile addition to any bed or border. Growing up to a height of 40 to 60 cm, this fantastic perennial plant is sure to create a striking display during the summer months.
Plant Size
| Mature Height | 60 cm |
|---|---|
| Mature Spread | 50 cm |
| Annual Growth | 60 cm |
Planting Notes
| Planting | Deep enough for roots to be fully covered. |
|---|---|
| Soil Type | Well-drained soil |
Growing at a glance…
These plants are best left undisturbed once established. Mature plants may freely self-seed in the landscape if seed pods are not removed prior to splitting open. Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Drought tolerant. Does well in poor, dry soils. To plant, dig a hole in the border that’s big enough to house the entire root ball. Do this until the top of the soil from the module is just below the top of the pot. Fill around the modules with soil and firm them down gently.