{"title":"Asclepias (Milkweed)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe genus \u003cem\u003eAsclepias\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Milkweed, comprises more than 100 species, the best known of which are North American wildflowers. They have small, curiously shaped blooms that appear in clusters and are irresistible to butterflies. Milkweed is the host plant for Monarch butterflies - it is the only food source for Monarch caterpillars, and the butterflies will breed only where Milkweeds are found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAsclepias tuberosa\u003c\/i\u003e is native to eastern North America and is commonly referred to as Butterfly Weed. It blooms in June and July and makes a fine addition to a hot-colored border. Butterfly Weed needs well-drained soil and full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSwamp Milkweed, \u003cem\u003eAsclepias incarnata\u003c\/em\u003e, grows naturally in moist soil rich in organic matter. It is well-adapted to good garden soil, and can take some shade. Both Milkweed species are polite clumping perennials that may modestly self-sow, but will not spread underground.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"asclepias-incarnata-cinderella","title":"Asclepias incarnata 'Cinderella'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAsclepias incarnata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cinderella' is a genuine star whose unusually dense clusters of pale pink flowers open from dark pink buds. The vanilla-scented flowers last well in water and attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Plants bloom best in full sun but can tolerate a bit of shade. They grow naturally in wet places along streams and ponds. Swamp Milkweed will grow in heavy, wet soil or in good garden soil and are perfect for rain gardens. Plants are deer-resistant and heat-tolerant, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOf the 200 species in the genus Asclepias, the best known are North American wildflowers. They have small, curiously shaped blooms that appear in dense clusters. These plants provide nourishment for Monarch butterflies through all their life stages and are essential for their survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor information on growing \u003cem\u003eAsclepias incarnata\u003c\/em\u003e, click Growing Guide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"White Flower Farm","offers":[{"title":"Fall","offer_id":48321567522969,"sku":"0023970-F","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0532\/9983\/9129\/files\/20569.jpg?v=1782072474"},{"product_id":"asclepias-tuberosa-gay-butterflies-mix","title":"Asclepias tuberosa Gay Butterflies Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAsclepias tuberosa\u003c\/em\u003e Gay Butterflies Mix is a brilliantly colored mix of native Butterfly Weed in shades of fiery red, orange, and yellow, blooms in June through August, when flowers appear in dense clusters. Butterfly Weed adds sizzle to the hot-colored border and is magical with \u003cem\u003eLiatris\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eEchinacea\u003c\/em\u003e and native grasses such as Little Bluestem and Prairie Dropseed (\u003cem\u003eSporobolus heterolepis\u003c\/em\u003e). Slim, decorative seed pods, coveted by flower arrangers, later open to release papery seeds on silky parachutes. A favorite of pollinators and other beneficial insects, these well-behaved drought-tolerant milkweeds, essential for the survival of Monarch butterflies, are avoided by deer. They require well-drained soil. \u003cem\u003eAsclepias tuberosa\u003c\/em\u003e was named Perennial Plant of the Year® by the Perennial Plant Association. Because we cannot guarantee the complete assortment of bloom colors in this seed mix, we offer the plants in multiples of 3 to provide a sampling of the full color range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOf the 200 species in the genus Asclepias, the best known are North American wildflowers. They have small, curiously shaped blooms that appear in dense clusters. 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Plants need full sun and will grow in heavy, wet soil, but they don't require it. Plants are deer resistant and heat tolerant, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOf the 200 species in the genus Asclepias, the best known are North American wildflowers. They have small, curiously shaped blooms that appear in dense clusters. 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As garden companions, we suggest \u003cem\u003eFestuca glauca\u003c\/em\u003e for its steely blue clumps of foliage, Gaillardia for the color echo of its Daisy-like blooms, and Salvia for its spires of contrasting purple flowers. Awarded 2017 Perennial Plant of the Year® by the Perennial Plant Association.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOf the 200 species in the genus Asclepias, the best known are North American wildflowers. They have small, curiously shaped blooms that appear in dense clusters. 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