Milkweed, Whorled (Naturally Grown Seeds)
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Description: A dainty Monarch butterfly host plant that features fragrant white flower clusters and delicate leaves. Tolerates drought. Attracts bees and other pollinators/beneficial insects. Beautiful complement to the more familiar hardy milkweeds.
Monarchs lay their eggs on this host plant and the caterpillars feed on it - all of which is highly encouraged (the plants will grow back even if the Monarch caterpillars eat all of the above-ground parts).
Organically Grown/ Open Pollinated/ Non-GMO
Pack Size: ~ 20 seeds
Seed Source: Naturally grown at Sage Garden
Latin Name: Asclepias verticillata
Alternative Names: Horsetail Milkweed
Main Uses: Ornamental, Attracts butterflies, Fragrant
Zone Hardiness: Zone 3
Exposure: Full sun
Height: 60 - 150 cm (24 - 60 inches)
Flower Color: White
Flowering Time: July - August
Germination: 7 - 21 days at 18°C.
Sowing: Indoors 6 - 8 weeks before the last frost. Sow in flats 1/4" deep, moisten the soil, cover with plastic, and refrigerate for 10 days. Thereafter, provide light and 50-75°F. This moist stratification is not absolutely necessary but will help to increase germination. Soak seeds for 24 hours, starting with hot tap water. For best results, apply Sea Magic™ kelp from first watering. Apply a seedling-starter fertilizer such as Evolve Seedling once the second set of true leaves has appeared, and then alternate between the kelp and seedling starter until transplant.
Planting depth: Surface.
Planting Out: After the last frost in well-drained soil.
Spacing: 12”. Suitable for garden beds or large containers.
Growing in Containers: Not well-suited for containers due to height, but works well in raised beds.
Growing in Mixed Planters: Not suited for mixed planters.
Fertilizing (Garden): Plant in a garden recently amended with compost. No further fertilizing required.
Watering (Garden): Water deeply to establish. Water mature plants weekly during hot weather.
Beneficials Attracted to this Plant:
- Butterflies, including Monarchs.
- Many other beneficial pollinators.
Suitability for Indoors: Not suited for indoors.
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