This host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars features clusters of yellow to bright orange flowers to create a haven for monarchs, queen butterflies, and other critical wildlife species. The compact shrub-like structure is ideal for urban or suburban yards and large containers.
Grown non-GMO and free of harmful neonicotinoids for healthy pollinators and planet, these native Orange Butterfly Milkweed plants for full sun:
- Support other wildlife species including birds, other butterflies, moths, and bees
- Return each year
- Never need chemicals and require less water once established
- Are deer resistant, once established
Available in sets of three, six, or 12 plants.
This collection includes keystone plants and supports:
- 33 native bee species
- 101 butterfly species
- 96% of backyard birds that rely on these insects to feed their young
- Dozens of other pollinators foraging for nectar
Our plants are grown regionally to thrive where you live and help local wildlife. Confirm availability for your area using the zip code checker near the add to cart button above.
Orders placed during an active shipping window will ship within 10 business days* of the order date.
*To ensure your plants arrive healthy, we may delay shipments to certain areas during times of extreme temperatures, natural disasters, or other conditions that will impact the plants during transit. Any delays will be clearly communicated.
Also Includes: Garden design ideas and plant guidance from our pros.
Sizing: At the time of shipment, our plants have a developed root mass and emerging foliage around 4-8” high.
Spacing: The 3-plant set grows to fill a space up to about 2x3 feet; the 6-plant set will fill a space up to about 4x6 feet; the 12-plant set will fill a space up to about 8x10 feet.
Containers: These plants can also be grown in containers large enough to accommodate their roots and spread; recommended minimum of one plant per 12-24" container.
Easy to maintain
Return each year
Bloom three seasons
Meet the Plants
Orange Butterfly Milkweed
Asclepias tuberosa
Grows to 1-3 Ft
Spread 1-1.5 Ft
Blooms June-September
Light Requirement: Sun
Soil Moisture: Dry, Moist
Soil Description: Loam, Sand
Attracts: Monarch, Native Bees, Hummingbirds, Caterpillars, Butterflies, Bumblebees, Beneficial Insects
Deer Resistant: Yes
Meet the Growers
When you buy a Garden for Wildlife™ Native Plant Collection, you're not just helping wildlife and the planet; you're also supporting the hard-working small businesses in your region who we've partnered with to grow our native plants.
We select independent, regional growers who meet specific standards, including:
- Sustainable, chemical-free growing practices.
- Experience growing native, local ecotype plant species.
- The ability to grow and sort mass plugs/starter plants.
- The capacity to safely pack and ship plants to their new homes.
Impact
Your impact reaches far beyond your own garden.
- You’ll help birds, pollinators such as bees, butterflies, other insects, amphibians and small mammals, and reptiles.
- You'll help to reduce urban heat islands and manage storm water runoff.
- Plus, all orders support our non-profit mission to help declining wildlife and expand native plant availability nationwide.
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