Butterfly Weed – Asclepias tuberosa Live Bare Root Plants | Set of 3 | Native Milkweed Pollinator Perennial

Support pollinators and add vibrant color to your garden with this set of 3 live Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) bare root plants. A native North American wildflower, Butterfly Weed is famous for its brilliant orange flower clusters that bloom throughout summer and attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators. As a native milkweed species, it also serves as an important host plant for Monarch butterfly caterpillars. This drought-tolerant perennial is perfect for pollinator gardens, prairie plantings, wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, and sunny borders. Plants are shipped bare root with no pot or foliage and are ready for planting. You will receive healthy bare root plants similar in size and quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 3 live Butterfly Weed bare root plants
✔️ Healthy, well-rooted bare roots
✔️ Shipped bare root (no pot or foliage)
✔️ Native perennial wildflower
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Butterfly Weed
Botanical Name: Asclepias tuberosa
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial wildflower
Growth Stage: Bare root plants
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Average, well-draining soil
Watering: Water regularly while establishing; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 18–36 inches
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 3–9
Container Friendly: Yes, in deep containers

💡 Care Tip: Soak the bare roots for a few hours before planting. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil, as Butterfly Weed develops a deep taproot and prefers to remain undisturbed once established.