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75 Showy Milkweed Seeds – Greek Milkweed
75 Showy Milkweed Seeds – Greek Milkweed
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Butterfly Host Plant | Pollinator Wildflower | Hardy Perennial
Grow a pollinator paradise with Showy Milkweed, a beautiful perennial wildflower known for its large clusters of fragrant pink blooms and its vital role as a host plant for Monarch butterflies. This native-style milkweed attracts butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other beneficial pollinators throughout the growing season.
Its striking flowers, drought tolerance, and wildlife value make it a must-have for pollinator gardens, wildflower meadows, prairie landscapes, and native plant collections.
Why Gardeners Love Showy Milkweed
- Essential host plant for Monarch butterflies
- Large clusters of fragrant pink flowers
- Attracts bees, butterflies & pollinators
- Hardy perennial wildflower
- Drought tolerant once established
- Perfect for pollinator & native gardens
What You Get
- Approx. 75 Showy Milkweed Seeds
- Fresh premium wildflower seeds ready for planting
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Asclepias speciosa
- Common Name: Showy Milkweed, Greek Milkweed
- Plant Type: Perennial wildflower
- Mature Height: 2–5 feet
- Bloom Color: Pink to rose-purple
- Bloom Season: Late Spring through Summer
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Water Needs: Low once established
- Hardiness Zones: 3–9
How to Grow
- Cold stratify seeds for 30 days for best germination
- Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained soil
- Keep soil lightly moist during germination
- Provide full sun for best growth and flowering
- Germination typically occurs within 10–30 days
💡 Tip: Milkweed develops deep roots and becomes highly drought tolerant once established.
Perfect For
- Monarch butterfly gardens
- Pollinator habitats
- Wildflower meadows
- Prairie landscapes
- Native plant gardens
- Low-water landscaping
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does Showy Milkweed attract Monarch butterflies?
Yes! It serves as an important host plant for Monarch caterpillars and attracts adult butterflies.
Is Showy Milkweed perennial?
Yes — it returns year after year in suitable climates.
Is it drought tolerant?
Absolutely — once established it thrives in dry conditions.
Does it need full sun?
Yes — full sun produces the best flowering and growth.
