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Prairie Milkweed Seeds

Asclepias sullivantii

5.00 (5 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: In late fall, direct sow prairie milkweed seeds just below the surface. Germination will take place in the spring, after the last frost. When the seedlings appear, thin to the strongest plant; seedlings usually do not survive transplanting, since they resent any disturbance of their roots. For spring planting, mix the Asclepias Sullivantii seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing.

Growing: Young plants should be watered until they become established; mature plants can tolerate some drought but grow best with regular watering. Though not invasive, this plant will eventually spread by rhizomes and forms colonies in the wild. It will also self seed if left to drop its seed. The flowers attract many bees and butterflies, including swallowtails, red admirals, an hairstreaks. Deer avoid this plant.

Harvesting: This makes a striking cut flower. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened. Keep in mind that the milky sap is mildly toxic and can irritate the skin.

Seed Saving: After the plant finishes flowering, 3-4" narrow pods will form. Be sure to harvest the pods before they split and the silky fluff carries the seeds away on the wind. As soon as the Asclepias Sullivantii seeds inside the pod ripen to their mature brown color, remove the pods and spread them out to dry. Split open the pods and take out the silky seed material. Remove the fluff from the seeds. Store the prairie milkweed seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Sullivant's Milkweed, Smooth Milkweed

Latin Name: Asclepias sullivantii

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7

US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest

Seeds per Ounce: 3,900

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 36 Inches

Color: Pink

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant

Prairie Milkweed Seeds 5.0
Review By Susan

Very nice seeds

The Prairie Milkweed seeds look great and I'm sure they will germinate well.

Review images:

  • IMG_2241.jpeg
Prairie Milkweed Seeds 5.0
Review By thomas haas

Seed packet

Haven't sown the seeds yet

Prairie Milkweed Seeds 5.0
Review By Cynthia Seaburn

Service

Great to do business with. Very easy and I recieved my order very fast. I will definitely order from you again.

Prairie Milkweed Seeds 5.0
Review By Rian Keegan

Seeds

I always receive speedy service with Everwilde. I appreciate the premium packaging for longevity of the seeds. Always high quality with Everwilde!

Prairie Milkweed Seeds 5.0
Review By Annette Johnson

Prairie milk seeds

I am very pleased with the seeds from Everwilde Farms. I received my packages very quickly. All the areas that I have planted my seeds have sprouted and begun to grow into plants. I will continue to buy seeds ftom Everwilde Farms.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~40 Seeds) $3.75 -+
1/16 Oz Mylar (1.77g) $9.60 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $22.40 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~3,900 Seeds) $64.00 -+
1/4 Lb Bulk Bag (113g) $256.00 -+
1 Lb Bulk Bag (454g) $960.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $4,320.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

These fragrant rose/mauve blossoms attract both hummingbirds and butterflies. This easy-to-grow variety is used in many prairie restoration projects.
This native wildflower, though it has become rare in some areas, thrives in midwestern American prairies; it typically grows in moist areas, meadows, or thickets. This species name, "sullivantii," honors noted 19th century American botanist William Starling Sullivant. At one time, the silk from this plant's seed pods was spun for fabric or used for stuffing pillows; in World War II, school children gathered the silk to provide a cheap filling for soldiers' life jackets. Commercial attempts to make use of this abundant plant included the manufacture of paper, fabric, lubricant, fuel, and rubber; eventually these became impractical and were abandoned. Though this plant is toxic to most animals, butterflies are immune to the plant's poison and actually become rather poisonous themselves as protection from predators.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: In late fall, direct sow prairie milkweed seeds just below the surface. Germination will take place in the spring, after the last frost. When the seedlings appear, thin to the strongest plant; seedlings usually do not survive transplanting, since they resent any disturbance of their roots. For spring planting, mix the Asclepias Sullivantii seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing.

Growing: Young plants should be watered until they become established; mature plants can tolerate some drought but grow best with regular watering. Though not invasive, this plant will eventually spread by rhizomes and forms colonies in the wild. It will also self seed if left to drop its seed. The flowers attract many bees and butterflies, including swallowtails, red admirals, an hairstreaks. Deer avoid this plant.

Harvesting: This makes a striking cut flower. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened. Keep in mind that the milky sap is mildly toxic and can irritate the skin.

Seed Saving: After the plant finishes flowering, 3-4" narrow pods will form. Be sure to harvest the pods before they split and the silky fluff carries the seeds away on the wind. As soon as the Asclepias Sullivantii seeds inside the pod ripen to their mature brown color, remove the pods and spread them out to dry. Split open the pods and take out the silky seed material. Remove the fluff from the seeds. Store the prairie milkweed seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Sullivant's Milkweed, Smooth Milkweed

Latin Name: Asclepias sullivantii

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7

US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest

Seeds per Ounce: 3,900

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 36 Inches

Color: Pink

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 5 reviews
5.0

Review By Susan

Very nice seeds

The Prairie Milkweed seeds look great and I'm sure they will germinate well.

Review images:

  • IMG_2241.jpeg
5.0

Review By thomas haas

Seed packet

Haven't sown the seeds yet

5.0

Review By Cynthia Seaburn

Service

Great to do business with. Very easy and I recieved my order very fast. I will definitely order from you again.

5.0

Review By Rian Keegan

Seeds

I always receive speedy service with Everwilde. I appreciate the premium packaging for longevity of the seeds. Always high quality with Everwilde!

5.0

Review By Annette Johnson

Prairie milk seeds

I am very pleased with the seeds from Everwilde Farms. I received my packages very quickly. All the areas that I have planted my seeds have sprouted and begun to grow into plants. I will continue to buy seeds ftom Everwilde Farms.

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