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Asclepias curassavica

Tropical Milkweed

A tropical version of our native butterfly weed. Orange and red flowers open continuously on tall, thin plants. Great for butterflies. A fun addition to large containers or annual borders.

  • Category:Annuals
  • Tall:24-30 Inches
  • Wide:12-24 Inches
Attributes
• Cut Flower
• Dried Flower
• Long Blooming
• Low Maintenance
• Upright
Flower Color
• Orange
• Red
Best Usage
• Border or Bed
• Container
Soil Moisture Preference
• Dry
• Average
• Moist
Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Deer Resistant
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Additional Information about Asclepias curassavica

A tropical version of our native butterfly weed. Orange and red flowers open continuously on tall, thin plants. Great for butterflies. A fun addition to large containers or annual borders.