Item Number: SNV7032
Pleurisy Root Seeds (Organic)
Pleurisy Root Seeds (Organic)
Striking Mass of Orange Flowers
Pleurisy (Butterfly Weed) - Asclepias tuberosa
Herbaceous perennial native to the American prairies. Hardy to -20 degrees F. Strikingly beautiful herb, with tresses of deep yellow and orange flowers, sometimes nearly red.
Attracts Monarch Butterflies and provides nectar to the bees. Will survive in low-fertility areas and will cohabit happily with grasses. Flowers to 3 feet tall.
Certified organically grown. 50 seeds/pkt.
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Description
Description
Pleurisy (Butterfly Weed) - Asclepias tuberosa
Herbaceous perennial native to the American prairies. Hardy to -20 degrees F. Strikingly beautiful herb, with tresses of deep yellow and orange flowers, sometimes nearly red.
Attracts Monarch Butterflies and provides nectar to the bees. Will survive in low-fertility areas and will cohabit happily with grasses. Flowers to 3 feet tall.
Certified organically grown. 50 seeds/pkt.
Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb
Dimensions: 5.0"L x 2.625"W x 0.1"H
Features
Features
- Attracts Bees/Butterflies
- Does Not Require Support
- Open-Pollinated
- Requires Summer Water
- Useful for Ornamental
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Soil & Water:Plant prefers full sun and regular watering. Soil can be regular or even poor garden soil.
Planting & Growing: Sow the seed in the early spring. The seed is a cold-soil germinator. If you are not planting in the early spring, or garden in a warmer climate and warm soil, then it is best to pre-treat the seeds in moist medium in the refrigerator (not the freezer) for 2 weeks before sowing warm.Tap-rooted plants are best sown in-situ, in the garden bed. These large plants are best spaced at least 2 feet apart.
Harvesting & Storage: Harvesting of root should be done from the second year onward.
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