Growing Asclepias Tuberosa From Seed. Milkweed asclepias l is an american herbaceous perennial with over 140 known species this plant has gained attention in recent years because some types are the sole host plant for monarch butterfly larvae babies. Its common name is the butterfly weed.
No milkweed no monarchs. The seeds are equipped with silky white tufts of hair which help the seeds take flight on the wind to disperse and find new homes. Horticulture magazine covers perennial plant of the year.
At maturity the plant reaches heights of.
The seeds are equipped with silky white tufts of hair which help the seeds take flight on the wind to disperse and find new homes. Should i keep the plants cold to control growth till my zone 5 garden is ready. When it comes to finished production this species is the most finicky of all asclepias because of day length and temperature requirements. At maturity asclepias tuberosa reaches heights of between 1 to 4.