Milkweed Starter Plants. When growing milkweed plant it s important to remember that it doesn t transplant well due to the long taproot it grows. Most seeds need a period of chilling called vernalization and stratification to germinate and then flower.
How to grow milkweed plants. Method 2 germinating milkweed with seed starter trays and cells. Most seeds need a period of chilling called vernalization and stratification to germinate and then flower.
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Native milkweed plants still have herbaceous viable stems. Learn how to plant milkweed get care tips and recommendations for which types to grow. Common milkweed grows well in average garden soil. You can plant milkweed starter plants purchased at specialty nurseries.