Butterfly Weed. Tuberous perennial with stout stems of spirally arranged, lance-shaped mid-green leaves. Clusters of orange-red flowers, followed by fruit. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Asclepias tuberosa
Tuberous perennial with stout stems of spirally arranged, lance-shaped mid-green leaves. Clusters of orange-red flowers, followed by fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Asclepias |
|---|---|
| Species | tuberosa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Butterfly Weed |
| Flower Colour | orange |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Asclepiadaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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