Butterfly Weed Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall, direct sow butterfly 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 seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing.
Growing: Young butterfly milkweed plants should be watered until they become established; mature plants can tolerate drought, and the roots will be damaged by excessively wet soil. This plant grows slowly, and it may take 2-3 years to produce flowers. Though not invasive, this plant will eventually spread if left to drop its seed. The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Deer avoid this plant. If aphids become a problem, dislodge them from the plant with a strong stream of water.
Harvesting: This makes a striking cut flower. Because the stems contain no milky sap, these flowers tend to have a longer vase life than most milkweed varieties. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened.
Seed Saving: After the plant finishes flowering, 3-4" narrow pods will form. Be sure to harvest butterfly milkweed pods before they split and the silky fluff carries the seeds away on the wind. As soon as the 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 seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Pleurisy Root, Orange Milkweed
Latin Name: Asclepias tuberosa
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
US Regions: Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 4,200
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Orange
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant
Early for a review for seeds
The service was great and the price right but the test will be when I plant the seeds this fall.
Butterfly Weed
I love butterflies and hope to get many next summer. Haven't planted them yet.
excellent germination
just perfect, excellent germination
Milkweed selection
I ordered several varieties of milkweed from Everwilde because I have many types of butterflies that winter over in my yard. I was impressed with the high quality of packaging and the detailed instructions that mention stratification of the seeds which many companies don't provide. This is important if you want to successfully grow milkweed among other plant varieties. As a professional horticulturist, I appreciate the details on the packaging and the varieties of plant seeds Everwilde offers.
Nope.
Did not germinate
butterfly weed
fast shipping
Great quality seeds
Seeds are germinating just fine!
Awesome packaging
Easy to purchase through the website as it was easy to navigate. The product was reasonably priced and delivered in a very timely manner. The mylar seed package seems like a great idea to preserve the seeds. Was appreciative of the detailed information to inform me of best technique for great results!
Good!
So far so good. The packaging was great but I won't know how germination is until it grows next spring. Other than that, my experience was excellent.
not the time yet
How can a review a little seed I just planted 2 days ago? It came quickly and looked fine.
butterfly
looking forward to butterflies in my backyard
Love them
I just got my seeds. Loved the packaging and the helpful info.
Quick service
Seeds mailed the next business day and arrives in good condition. Many thanks!
Easy Milkweed!
Every year or two I get a packet of Milkweed seeds from Everwilde to supplement my stand of Milkweed. Their seeds are productive and true to their labeling of Asclepius tuberosa. Easy growth. Plenty of pollinators. Good value.
Good first year growth
I planted these late spring, and still got some good growth. At the end of summer, they're starting to look pretty hardy. I even got a couple blooms, which is uncommon for first-year butterfly weed. I even found a couple monarch caterpillars hanging around!
Hope they grow here
Love the packaging. I won't plant these until late-fall/early-winter and then won't know until next year.
Excellent Seeds!
These butterfly weed seeds germinate like crazy! Even tough they require a cold stratification period, I did an experiment to see if they would germinate without it. They started to sprout in 24 hours! They are in small pots now growing steadily.
Seeds
I'm really satisfied with Everwilde. They shipped faster than I knew a company could. Seems like I ordered one night and got my seeds two days later. I'll use them again and recommend them to my friends. Could someone from everwilde contact me on the best way to keep the butterfly milkweed seed until next spring or can they be planted now and come back next year. Thanks so much for everything.
Seed packet
Haven't sown the seeds yet.
Great service and product
Received order in three days. Germination rate of A tuberosa seeds is exceptional even without stratification. Everwilde is my go-to source for these seeds.
Thank you for the great seeds and how they are packaged.
Wonderful seeds. Hard to get other places. The package tell you everything you need to know for successful planting.
Butterfly weed
Super fast delivery, happy with the purchase.
First purchase; impressive packaging!
Title says it all.
Great company
Fantastic packaging. Use them all time. Quality super.
Fast service. Very pleased.
Butterfly weed seed
I am very pleased with the seeds that I got from Everwilde Farms. I haven't had much success growing plants from seeds. However the seeds I got from Everwilde have sprouted and are growing into plants. These plants will make a beautiful addition to my Butterfly garden. I will continue to purchase seeds from Everwilde Farms.
seeds
came in a short time
Cool packaging
As I type, I'm stratifying these seeds in the fridge.. Also purchased the "showy" variety, looking forward to the colors!
well packaged
Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.
Monarch mania
Thanks for the prompt shipment! Seeds are planted and I can't wait for the plants to mature!
Butterfly Weed Seeds
Thank you Everwilde I am so pleased with your products and services. I have been using your farms for a few years and recommend you to all my friends. Fast service, great varieties, excellent seed packets and very good results when planted!!
Very good
Fast shipping. The plants have not sprouted yet but it is not the season.
Stratification
Planting now (Nov.) so they can stratify for next year. Looking forward to a nice treat next year or later.
Fast Service
I received my seed very quickly and the packets came with detailed instructions/resources on how to start your seedling, milkweed being a little different than most.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall, direct sow butterfly 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 seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing.
Growing: Young butterfly milkweed plants should be watered until they become established; mature plants can tolerate drought, and the roots will be damaged by excessively wet soil. This plant grows slowly, and it may take 2-3 years to produce flowers. Though not invasive, this plant will eventually spread if left to drop its seed. The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Deer avoid this plant. If aphids become a problem, dislodge them from the plant with a strong stream of water.
Harvesting: This makes a striking cut flower. Because the stems contain no milky sap, these flowers tend to have a longer vase life than most milkweed varieties. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened.
Seed Saving: After the plant finishes flowering, 3-4" narrow pods will form. Be sure to harvest butterfly milkweed pods before they split and the silky fluff carries the seeds away on the wind. As soon as the 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 seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Pleurisy Root, Orange Milkweed
Latin Name: Asclepias tuberosa
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
US Regions: Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 4,200
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Orange
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Early for a review for seeds
The service was great and the price right but the test will be when I plant the seeds this fall.
Review
Butterfly Weed
I love butterflies and hope to get many next summer. Haven't planted them yet.
Review
excellent germination
just perfect, excellent germination
Review
Milkweed selection
I ordered several varieties of milkweed from Everwilde because I have many types of butterflies that winter over in my yard. I was impressed with the high quality of packaging and the detailed instructions that mention stratification of the seeds which many companies don't provide. This is important if you want to successfully grow milkweed among other plant varieties. As a professional horticulturist, I appreciate the details on the packaging and the varieties of plant seeds Everwilde offers.
Review
Nope.
Did not germinate
Review
butterfly weed
fast shipping
Review
Great quality seeds
Seeds are germinating just fine!
Review
Awesome packaging
Easy to purchase through the website as it was easy to navigate. The product was reasonably priced and delivered in a very timely manner. The mylar seed package seems like a great idea to preserve the seeds. Was appreciative of the detailed information to inform me of best technique for great results!
Review
Good!
So far so good. The packaging was great but I won't know how germination is until it grows next spring. Other than that, my experience was excellent.
Review
not the time yet
How can a review a little seed I just planted 2 days ago? It came quickly and looked fine.
Review
butterfly
looking forward to butterflies in my backyard
Review
Love them
I just got my seeds. Loved the packaging and the helpful info.
Review
Quick service
Seeds mailed the next business day and arrives in good condition. Many thanks!
Review
Easy Milkweed!
Every year or two I get a packet of Milkweed seeds from Everwilde to supplement my stand of Milkweed. Their seeds are productive and true to their labeling of Asclepius tuberosa. Easy growth. Plenty of pollinators. Good value.
Review
Good first year growth
I planted these late spring, and still got some good growth. At the end of summer, they're starting to look pretty hardy. I even got a couple blooms, which is uncommon for first-year butterfly weed. I even found a couple monarch caterpillars hanging around!
Review
Hope they grow here
Love the packaging. I won't plant these until late-fall/early-winter and then won't know until next year.
Review
Excellent Seeds!
These butterfly weed seeds germinate like crazy! Even tough they require a cold stratification period, I did an experiment to see if they would germinate without it. They started to sprout in 24 hours! They are in small pots now growing steadily.
Review
Seeds
I'm really satisfied with Everwilde. They shipped faster than I knew a company could. Seems like I ordered one night and got my seeds two days later. I'll use them again and recommend them to my friends. Could someone from everwilde contact me on the best way to keep the butterfly milkweed seed until next spring or can they be planted now and come back next year. Thanks so much for everything.
Review
Seed packet
Haven't sown the seeds yet.
Review
Great service and product
Received order in three days. Germination rate of A tuberosa seeds is exceptional even without stratification. Everwilde is my go-to source for these seeds.
Review
Thank you for the great seeds and how they are packaged.
Wonderful seeds. Hard to get other places. The package tell you everything you need to know for successful planting.
Review
Butterfly weed
Super fast delivery, happy with the purchase.
Review
First purchase; impressive packaging!
Title says it all.
Review
Great company
Fantastic packaging. Use them all time. Quality super.
Review
Fast service. Very pleased.
Review
Butterfly weed seed
I am very pleased with the seeds that I got from Everwilde Farms. I haven't had much success growing plants from seeds. However the seeds I got from Everwilde have sprouted and are growing into plants. These plants will make a beautiful addition to my Butterfly garden. I will continue to purchase seeds from Everwilde Farms.
Review
seeds
came in a short time
Review
Cool packaging
As I type, I'm stratifying these seeds in the fridge.. Also purchased the "showy" variety, looking forward to the colors!
Review
well packaged
Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.
Review
Monarch mania
Thanks for the prompt shipment! Seeds are planted and I can't wait for the plants to mature!
Review
Butterfly Weed Seeds
Thank you Everwilde I am so pleased with your products and services. I have been using your farms for a few years and recommend you to all my friends. Fast service, great varieties, excellent seed packets and very good results when planted!!
Review
Very good
Fast shipping. The plants have not sprouted yet but it is not the season.
Review
Stratification
Planting now (Nov.) so they can stratify for next year. Looking forward to a nice treat next year or later.
Review
Fast Service
I received my seed very quickly and the packets came with detailed instructions/resources on how to start your seedling, milkweed being a little different than most.
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