{"product_id":"asclepias-tuberosa","title":"Butterfly Milkweed - Asclepias Tuberosa","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n \u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-48\" data-turn-id=\"request-698eed77-eaec-838f-a92d-e7a6cacf88a8-9\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"fafd8215-994c-412b-b945-3c12d8b9ed99\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n \u003cp data-end=\"508\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eButterfly milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) is one of the most vibrant and rewarding Florida native wildflowers you can add to your garden. Known for its brilliant orange flower clusters and exceptional pollinator value, this tough, sun-loving plant brings bold color and ecological benefits to landscapes across the state. Naturally found in sandy soils, open fields, and dry prairies throughout much of Florida, butterfly milkweed is perfectly adapted to the region’s heat, humidity, and seasonal rainfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-end=\"1057\" data-start=\"510\"\u003eFrom late spring through summer, butterfly milkweed produces dense clusters of bright orange flowers that stand out dramatically against its narrow green leaves. These long-lasting blooms are rich in nectar and are a magnet for butterflies, native bees, and other beneficial insects. As a true milkweed, it also serves as a host plant for monarch butterflies, providing a place for them to lay eggs and for caterpillars to feed. Planting butterfly milkweed helps support the full life cycle of one of the most beloved pollinators in North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-end=\"1417\" data-start=\"1059\"\u003eIn the landscape, Asclepias tuberosa typically grows 1–2 feet tall, forming a tidy, upright clump. Its compact size makes it ideal for sunny borders, native plant beds, rock gardens, and container plantings. The intense orange flowers pair beautifully with purple, blue, and yellow native wildflowers, creating eye-catching, pollinator-friendly combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-end=\"1844\" data-start=\"1419\"\u003eButterfly milkweed thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. It is highly drought tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for Florida-friendly and low-water landscapes. Unlike some other milkweed species, it does not require wet or rich soils, and it performs best in areas that dry out between rains. Because of its deep taproot, it is best planted where it can remain undisturbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-end=\"2288\" data-start=\"1846\"\u003eAs a true Florida native plant, butterfly milkweed is well adapted to local conditions and generally requires very little maintenance. It is rarely troubled by pests or diseases and does not need regular fertilization. Water it during establishment, then allow it to grow naturally with the seasons. After flowering, the plant may produce slender seed pods that release silky seeds, sometimes allowing small clusters to form nearby over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-end=\"2554\" data-start=\"2290\"\u003eButterfly milkweed pairs well with other Florida natives such as blanketflower, coreopsis, native grasses, and blue-eyed grass. Its bright color and upright form make it a standout accent in pollinator gardens, roadside-style plantings, and naturalized landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2893\" data-start=\"2556\"\u003eWhether you’re creating a butterfly garden, adding color to a sunny bed, or building a low-maintenance native landscape, butterfly milkweed is a dependable and beautiful choice. At Blue Bee Nursery, our Asclepias tuberosa plants are grown with care to help you create a vibrant, pollinator-rich garden rooted in Florida’s natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/article\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Blue Bee Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Plug","offer_id":48828754985200,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":48828755017968,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":48828755050736,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/7067\/4672\/files\/Asclepias-Tuberosa-Cartoon.png?v=1771102001","url":"https:\/\/www.bluebeenursery.com\/products\/asclepias-tuberosa","provider":"Blue Bee Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}