Asclepias Tuberosa 'Hello Yellow Butterfly' Flower Seeds – Premium Quality for Beautiful Butterfly Gardens

Key Features

• Scientific Name: Asclepias tuberosa
• Common Name: Hello Yellow Butterfly Weed, Yellow Milkweed
• Flower Color: Vibrant golden-yellow clusters
• Growth Habit: Perennial
• Height & Spread: Grows 18-30 inches tall with a spread of 12-18 inches
• Blooming Season: Summer to early fall
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3-9

Why Grow 'Hello Yellow Butterfly' Asclepias?

• Attracts Pollinators: A top choice for butterflies, especially Monarchs, as well as bees and hummingbirds
• Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in dry to moderately moist soil with minimal maintenance
• Deer & Rabbit Resistant: Naturally unappealing to browsing animals
• Long-Lasting Blooms: Produces bright flowers for weeks, adding color to gardens and landscapes
• Native Plant Benefits: Supports local ecosystems by providing nectar and habitat for pollinators

Planting & Care Instructions

Seed Preparation & Sowing

• Cold Stratification (Recommended for Best Germination):

  • Place seeds in a moist paper towel inside a plastic bag
  • Refrigerate for 30 days to mimic winter dormancy
  • Sow immediately after stratification

• Starting Indoors:

  • Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix
  • Keep soil moist and maintain temperatures of 65-75°F
  • Germination typically takes 10-20 days
  • Transplant outdoors once seedlings have several sets of leaves

• Direct Sowing Outdoors:

  • Plant seeds in early spring or fall in well-draining soil
  • Space plants 12-18 inches apart

Maintenance

• Watering: Water young plants regularly until established, then reduce watering as they become drought-tolerant
• Fertilization: Minimal feeding needed; a light application of compost in spring encourages healthy growth
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and prevent self-seeding if desired
• Winter Care: In colder climates, cut back dead stems in late fall or early spring

Ideal For

• Butterfly & Pollinator Gardens
• Native & Wildlife Gardens
• Drought-Tolerant Landscapes
• Borders & Wildflower Meadows

Asclepias Tuberosa 'Hello Yellow Butterfly' is a must-have for any pollinator-friendly garden. With its stunning yellow flowers, low maintenance requirements, and wildlife-attracting benefits, it’s a perfect choice for gardeners looking to support nature while adding vibrant color to their space.