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Gay Butterflies Milkweed - 1 Gallon
SKU:
2155630
UPC:
014949062968
$13.99
- Fiery summer blooms in blended red, orange, and yellow for nonstop high-season color
- Pollinator magnet that thrives in full sun and waterwise conditions once established
- Fast-growing, upright clump stays tidy at 2–3 ft. tall and about 2 ft. wide
- Low-fuss perennial for borders, meadows, and naturalized plantings—great in containers too
Gay Butterflies Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa ‘Gay Butterflies’) is a brilliantly colored, easy-care perennial that lights up sunny spaces with fiery summer flower clusters in vivid shades of red, orange, and yellow. This well-behaved, upright plant needs little attention once established and is especially valuable for pollinator-friendly gardens, bringing vibrant color and lively movement to borders, naturalized areas, and meadows. Its tolerance of lean, unimproved soils and waterwise nature make it a smart choice for low-maintenance landscapes, while its compact size also performs beautifully in containers. Plant in full sun with well-drained soil, avoid soggy conditions, and enjoy a reliable summer show with minimal upkeep.
Plant Overview
A colorful, sun-loving milkweed selection that’s prized for easy care, waterwise performance, and vibrant summer blooms in mixed hot tones.
- Botanical name: Asclepias tuberosa ‘Gay Butterflies’
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Growth habit: Upright
Blooms & Color
Flower clusters glow in a lively mix of red, orange, and yellow—bringing a “firework” effect to summer gardens and pollinator plantings.
- Flower color: Multicolored
- Bloom season: Summer
- Flower attributes: Showy flowers
Pollinator Benefits
Designed for wildlife-friendly gardens, this milkweed helps build a buzzing, butterfly-filled landscape during peak bloom.
- Special feature: Attracts pollinators
- Garden value: Excellent for habitat and meadow-style plantings
Size & Growth Rate
A fast-growing, upright clump that fills in quickly without getting bulky—ideal for mixing into sunny borders.
- Mature size: 2–3 ft. tall, about 2 ft. wide
- Growth rate: Fast
Sun Exposure
Full sun is essential for the strongest growth and best flowering performance.
- Light: Full sun
Watering Guidance
Water deeply while establishing roots, then shift to an occasional schedule—this plant is built for waterwise gardens once settled in.
- After establishment: Water occasionally
- First growing season: Water deeply and regularly to establish roots
- Drought note: Tolerates moderate drought once established
Soil Preferences
Performs best in well-drained soils and is tolerant of lean, unimproved ground—perfect for low-input planting areas.
- Soil: Average, well-drained
- Important: Does not tolerate soggy soils
- Bonus: Tolerant of lean, unimproved soils
Maintenance & Grooming
Minimal maintenance keeps the plant looking fresh and encourages a tidy appearance through the season.
- Clip spent blooms after flowering
- Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge
Special Features
A dependable performer for gardeners who want bold color with less effort and lower water demands.
- Easy care
- Waterwise
- Fast growing
Resistance & Problem Solving
Built for resilient landscapes and wildlife-friendly gardens with helpful resistance traits.
- Rabbit resistant
- Drought tolerant
Landscape Uses
Use this plant to brighten sunny borders, add color to meadow plantings, or create a pollinator-friendly container feature.
- Landscape use: Border
- Landscape use: Container
- Best settings: Naturalized areas, meadows, sunny mixed borders
Companion Plants
Pair with other sun-loving pollinator favorites for long-season color and habitat value.
- Coneflower (Echinacea)
- Salvia (Salvia)
- Ornamental Onion (Allium)
- Butterfly Bush (Buddleja)
- Wallflower (Erysimum)
Hardiness & Plant Details
A wide-zone performer that returns year after year in suitable climates.
- Growing zones: 4–11
- Pronunciation: as-KLE-pee-us too-buh-ROH-suh
- Fiery summer blooms in blended red, orange, and yellow for nonstop high-season color
- Pollinator magnet that thrives in full sun and waterwise conditions once established
- Fast-growing, upright clump stays tidy at 2–3 ft. tall and about 2 ft. wide
- Low-fuss perennial for borders, meadows, and naturalized plantings—great in containers too
Gay Butterflies Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa ‘Gay Butterflies’) is a brilliantly colored, easy-care perennial that lights up sunny spaces with fiery summer flower clusters in vivid shades of red, orange, and yellow. This well-behaved, upright plant needs little attention once established and is especially valuable for pollinator-friendly gardens, bringing vibrant color and lively movement to borders, naturalized areas, and meadows. Its tolerance of lean, unimproved soils and waterwise nature make it a smart choice for low-maintenance landscapes, while its compact size also performs beautifully in containers. Plant in full sun with well-drained soil, avoid soggy conditions, and enjoy a reliable summer show with minimal upkeep.
Plant Overview
A colorful, sun-loving milkweed selection that’s prized for easy care, waterwise performance, and vibrant summer blooms in mixed hot tones.
- Botanical name: Asclepias tuberosa ‘Gay Butterflies’
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Growth habit: Upright
Blooms & Color
Flower clusters glow in a lively mix of red, orange, and yellow—bringing a “firework” effect to summer gardens and pollinator plantings.
- Flower color: Multicolored
- Bloom season: Summer
- Flower attributes: Showy flowers
Pollinator Benefits
Designed for wildlife-friendly gardens, this milkweed helps build a buzzing, butterfly-filled landscape during peak bloom.
- Special feature: Attracts pollinators
- Garden value: Excellent for habitat and meadow-style plantings
Size & Growth Rate
A fast-growing, upright clump that fills in quickly without getting bulky—ideal for mixing into sunny borders.
- Mature size: 2–3 ft. tall, about 2 ft. wide
- Growth rate: Fast
Sun Exposure
Full sun is essential for the strongest growth and best flowering performance.
- Light: Full sun
Watering Guidance
Water deeply while establishing roots, then shift to an occasional schedule—this plant is built for waterwise gardens once settled in.
- After establishment: Water occasionally
- First growing season: Water deeply and regularly to establish roots
- Drought note: Tolerates moderate drought once established
Soil Preferences
Performs best in well-drained soils and is tolerant of lean, unimproved ground—perfect for low-input planting areas.
- Soil: Average, well-drained
- Important: Does not tolerate soggy soils
- Bonus: Tolerant of lean, unimproved soils
Maintenance & Grooming
Minimal maintenance keeps the plant looking fresh and encourages a tidy appearance through the season.
- Clip spent blooms after flowering
- Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge
Special Features
A dependable performer for gardeners who want bold color with less effort and lower water demands.
- Easy care
- Waterwise
- Fast growing
Resistance & Problem Solving
Built for resilient landscapes and wildlife-friendly gardens with helpful resistance traits.
- Rabbit resistant
- Drought tolerant
Landscape Uses
Use this plant to brighten sunny borders, add color to meadow plantings, or create a pollinator-friendly container feature.
- Landscape use: Border
- Landscape use: Container
- Best settings: Naturalized areas, meadows, sunny mixed borders
Companion Plants
Pair with other sun-loving pollinator favorites for long-season color and habitat value.
- Coneflower (Echinacea)
- Salvia (Salvia)
- Ornamental Onion (Allium)
- Butterfly Bush (Buddleja)
- Wallflower (Erysimum)
Hardiness & Plant Details
A wide-zone performer that returns year after year in suitable climates.
- Growing zones: 4–11
- Pronunciation: as-KLE-pee-us too-buh-ROH-suh
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