DTG Naturals
2-Pack Butterfly Milkweed Live Plant PREORDER
2-Pack Butterfly Milkweed Live Plant PREORDER
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Listing includes 2 seedlings in 3inch nursery pot around 6-12 inches tall.
**How Pre-Order Works**
Plants will ship 2-4 weeks after the date of the order.
Bring vibrant color and pollinator magic to your garden with a Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) seedling. Known for its stunning orange flowers and role as a vital host plant for Monarch butterflies, this hardy native is perfect for sunny spots, native plant gardens, and eco-conscious landscapes.
--- Plant Information:
Common Names: Butterfly Milkweed, Orange Milkweed, Butterfly Weed
Growth Habit: Upright, bushy perennial Mature Size: Grows 1.5 to 3 feet tall and 1 to 2 feet wide
Flowering Time: Blooms late spring through summer USDA Zones: 3–9
Sun Requirements: Thrives in full sun Attracts: Monarchs, bees, and other pollinators --- Care Instructions
After Receiving Plant:
Unpack Gently: Remove packaging and check for moisture
Hydrate: Water lightly to refresh the plant Acclimate: Let the plant adjust in partial sun for 1–2 days
Transplant: Use well-draining soil in a sunny outdoor location or container
--- Simple Plant Care Instructions:
Soil: Prefers sandy or loamy soil with good drainage
Water: Water regularly until established, then only during dry spells
Fertilizer: Generally not needed; avoid rich soil to encourage blooms
Maintenance: Deadhead to extend blooming period
Winter Care: Cut back dead stems in late fall or early spring
Propagation: Can be grown from seeds or divided after a few seasons
--- Benefits & Uses:
Monarch Host Plant: Essential for Monarch caterpillars
Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant and long-lived
Erosion Control: Deep roots help stabilize soil Colorful
Landscape Plant: Showy blooms brighten beds, borders, and meadows
--- What You’ll Receive:
2 Healthy Butterfly Milkweed seedling, ready to plant Easy-to-follow care instructions included
--- 🌿 Support Pollinators & Add Beauty to Your Garden!



