Butterfly Milkweed

Propagation:

• Fall planting is ideal, as seeds naturally undergo cold stratification during winter. Direct sow in late fall.
• For spring planting, stratify seeds indoors by chilling them in a moist medium (e.g., sand or paper towel) in the refrigerator for 30-60 days. Direct sow outdoors when the soil is warm.
• Indoor Planting: Plant seeds indoors and transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
• Root cuttings: In the fall, cut the taproot into 2-inch sections and plant each section vertically, keeping the area moist.

Site Selection:

• Prefers full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight daily).
• Thrives in well-draining soils; tolerates sandy, rocky, or clay soils but dislikes wet feet.

Soil Preparation:

1. Loosen the soil to a depth of 6-12 inches but seeds will be on top to be exposed to light, needed for germination.

• No need to amend soil with fertilizer; Butterfly Milkweed grows best in nutrient-poor conditions.

Watering:

• Water regularly during germination and establishment.
• Once established, Butterfly Milkweed is drought-tolerant.

Maintenance Tips:

• Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• Avoid over-fertilizing; excess nutrients can reduce flowering.
• Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming and prevent aggressive self-seeding.

All of the profits from our seed sales are donated to Homegron National Park. Your purchase will help support the critical need to improve biodiversity and native plant habitat.