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Enter the approximate length and width of the area you will be planting and click 'Calculate' to determine how many Asclepias curassivica 'Red Butterflies' you will need.
*Correct and successful spacing is complex and depends on project conditions.
Asclepias curassivica 'Red Butterflies'
Milkweed
- Beautiful red blooms with a yellow crown
- Ideal for naturalizing
- Tolerates poor, unimproved soil
- Category: Annuals
- Hardiness Zone: 8-11
- Height: 24-36 in
- Spread: 18-24 in
- Bloom Color: Red, Yellow, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant, Deer & Rabbit Resistant
| Item | Size | Avail | Your Price | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5967 | 1G | 0 | $14.99 |
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Asclepias curassivica 'Red Butterflies'
Cut back at end of flowering season so migrating Monarchs aren't confused (bloom time is longer than native milkweed, but it's still a great food source earlier in season!)