Butterfly Milkweed
![Common Name: Butterfly Milkweed
Scientific Name: Asclepias tuberosa
Layer: Groundcover, Vignette, Structure
Light Conditions: Sun, Part-sun, Shade
Soil Conditions: Dry, Moist-drained, Moist
Bloom Colour: Orange
Season of Interest: Summer
Suitable for: Lawn replacement, Septic bed, Shoreline
Description: A standout splash of orange if you're looking for something different. Monarch butterflies will be happy, as will many insects and hummingbirds.](https://groundedgardens.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/butterflyl_milkweed-442x1024.jpg)
- Common Name: Butterfly Milkweed
- Scientific Name: Asclepias tuberosa
- Layer: Groundcover, Vignette, Structure
- Light Conditions: Sun, Part-sun, Shade
- Soil Conditions: Dry, Moist-drained, Moist
- Bloom Colour: Orange
- Season of Interest: Summer
- Suitable for: Lawn replacement, Septic bed, Shoreline
- Description: A standout splash of orange if you’re looking for something different. Monarch butterflies will be happy, as will many insects and hummingbirds.