Milkweed Seeds – Showy

Showy Milkweed (Asclepias speciosa) is a hardy perennial native to North America, well known for its striking clusters of pink star-shaped blooms. It serves as an essential plant for pollinators, especially monarch butterflies, providing nectar and habitat. These seeds are easy to grow and thrive in a variety of soil conditions, making them an excellent choice for home gardens, wildflower meadows, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

Features:

• Native perennial that attracts pollinators such as butterflies and bees

• Produces large, fragrant clusters of pink blooms

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Provides natural habitat and food source for monarch butterflies

• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and wildflower areas

Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Asclepias speciosa

• Common Name (US): Milkweed Seeds

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Season: Spring to Summer planting

• Bloom Period: Late Spring to Mid-Summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

• Planting Months:

  • Zones 3–5: Sow in late Spring (May–June)

  • Zones 6–7: Sow in Spring (April–May)

  • Zones 8–9: Sow in early Spring (March–April)

• Sunlight: Full Sun

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained soil, tolerates dry conditions

• Height: 2–4 feet tall

• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart