Asclepias tuberosa
Origin: Eastern and Southwestern United States
Improvement status: Wild
Seeds per packet: ~100
Germination tested 12/2023: 88%
Life cycle: Perennial
Among the most famous native perennial wildflowers. Its beautiful orange flowers and copious nectar production are immaculate for pollinators.
2' H x 2' W. Medium to Dry soil. Full to part Sun. Orange bloom July-Aug. Drought tolerant, smaller, border plant. Cold stratify 30 days or Fall direct seed outside.
Our seed was produced by Shooting Star Native Seeds in Spring Grove, MN.
GROWING TIPS: Cold/moist stratify for 60 days before planting.
