Asclepiadaceae

Silky Yellow Butterfly Weed, Blood Flower, Indian Root, Swallow-wort

Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Yellow'

Solid yellow blooms are borne from spring to fall on this vigorous and fast growing upright perennial. Raise Monarch Butterflies in your own backyard! The Monarchs migrate through our area just as the Asclepias begin to awaken in spring, just in time for the females to lay their eggs on the new growth.

Outdoor Light: Full sun, Part sun

Average Mature Plant Size: 4-5'H x 2-4'W

USDA Cold Hardiness Zones: 8B,9,10,11

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AHS Heat Zones: 12,11,10,9,8,7,6

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Preferred pH Range: Acidic, Neutral, Slightly Alkaline

Attractions: Butterflies, Bees, Butterfly Host-Monarch, Queen

Please be advised that humans and/or animals may have allergic reactions if part(s) of this plant are consumed or by coming into contact with sap from bruised or broken plant parts: All parts - Minor Toxicity if Ingested, Sap - Eye Irritation and/or Dermatitis

Container Size: 3.5 inch

43 currently available

US$6.99