{"product_id":"giant-milkweed-seeds-calotropis-gigantea-tropical-flower","title":"10 Giant Milkweed Seeds – Calotropis gigantea","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExotic Tropical Flower | Monarch Butterfly Plant | Drought-Tolerant Shrub\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"531\" data-start=\"130\"\u003eGrow a truly unique tropical ornamental with \u003cstrong data-end=\"217\" data-start=\"175\"\u003eGiant Milkweed (\u003cem data-end=\"214\" data-start=\"193\"\u003eCalotropis gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a striking flowering shrub known for its beautiful star-shaped blooms, silvery-green foliage, and exceptional drought tolerance. Native to tropical regions, this fascinating plant produces clusters of waxy lavender, white, or purple flowers that attract butterflies and pollinators throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"660\" data-start=\"533\"\u003eGiant Milkweed is especially valued in butterfly gardens and tropical landscapes for its ornamental beauty and wildlife appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"706\" data-start=\"667\" data-section-id=\"1ps9i16\"\u003eWhy Gardeners Love Giant Milkweed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"708\"\u003eExotic star-shaped flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"708\"\u003eAttracts butterflies \u0026amp; pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"708\"\u003eHighly drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"708\"\u003eUnique silvery-green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"708\"\u003ePerfect for tropical and xeriscape gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"708\"\u003eEasy-to-grow ornamental shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"985\" data-start=\"967\" data-section-id=\"i611q9\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1080\" data-start=\"987\"\u003e10 Giant Milkweed (\u003cem data-end=\"1029\" data-start=\"1008\"\u003eCalotropis gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e) Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1080\" data-start=\"987\"\u003eFresh viable seeds ready for planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1106\" data-start=\"1087\" data-section-id=\"14ka7l9\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1147\" data-start=\"1126\"\u003eCalotropis gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant Milkweed, Crown Flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical perennial shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lavender, white, or purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm season through year-round in tropical climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9–11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1533\" data-start=\"1501\" data-section-id=\"xhae00\"\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"1807\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1600\" data-start=\"1535\" data-section-id=\"1uzmt03\"\u003eSoak seeds in warm water for \u003cstrong data-end=\"1582\" data-start=\"1567\"\u003e12–24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1656\" data-start=\"1601\" data-section-id=\"1mof108\"\u003ePlant seeds \u003cstrong data-end=\"1633\" data-start=\"1616\"\u003e1\/4 inch deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1704\" data-start=\"1657\" data-section-id=\"10rii7t\"\u003eKeep soil lightly moist during germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1754\" data-start=\"1705\" data-section-id=\"wvclwn\"\u003ePlace in a warm sunny location (\u003cstrong data-end=\"1751\" data-start=\"1740\"\u003e70–85°F\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1807\" data-start=\"1755\" data-section-id=\"1bil6wm\"\u003eGermination typically occurs within \u003cstrong data-end=\"1807\" data-start=\"1794\"\u003e1–3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1904\" data-start=\"1809\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant Milkweed thrives in hot, sunny climates and tolerates poor soils remarkably well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1928\" data-start=\"1911\" data-section-id=\"psksg9\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"1930\"\u003eButterfly gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"1930\"\u003eTropical landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"1930\"\u003eXeriscape gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"1930\"\u003ePollinator habitats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"1930\"\u003eExotic plant collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"1930\"\u003eContainer growing in warm climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 83, 73);\"\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2247\" data-start=\"2127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2174\" data-start=\"2127\"\u003eDoes Giant Milkweed attract butterflies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2177\" data-start=\"2174\"\u003eYes — it is highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2376\" data-start=\"2249\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2291\" data-start=\"2249\"\u003eIs Giant Milkweed drought tolerant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr 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