Gay Butterflies Milkweed

Gay Butterflies Milkweed

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Gay Butterflies Milkweed: A Vibrant Show for Pollinators

Want to roll out the red (and orange, and yellow) carpet for butterflies? Gay Butterflies Milkweed is the showy, nectar-packed plant your garden needs! This drought-tolerant perennial explodes with fiery clusters of orange, red, and gold flowers, drawing in Monarchs, Swallowtails, and bees like a garden magnet.

Why You'll Love It:

  • Butterfly Magnet: A top nectar source for Monarchs and other pollinators.
  • Brilliant Colors: Blooms in shades of red, orange, and yellow for a dazzling display.
  • Low-Maintenance: Drought-tolerant and easy to grow in poor soil.
  • Long-Lasting Blooms: Flowers through summertime, keeping the color coming.

Perfect for butterfly gardens, meadows, or even a sun-drenched container, Gay Butterflies Milkweed is a bold, beautiful way to support pollinators while adding a fiery burst of color to your landscape.

Plant it, and let the butterflies come to you!

Mature Height:
2-3 ft.
Mature Width:
2 ft.
Sunlight:
Full Sun
Growth Rate:
Fast
Botanical Name:
Asclepias tuberosa 'Gay Butterflies'
Grows Well In Zones:
4-11 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AZ, OR

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