bbbseed 11188 Flower Seed, Asclepias Speciosa, Pink/Rose Bloom, 1 g Pack

This hardy perennial, whose scientific name comes from the Greek god of medicine, is a favorite of butterflies. This species has traditionally provided food, medicines and fiber. The clusters of star-shaped flowers will range from dark-rose to white for on tall woody stems with milky sap and with alternate, oval leaves that are velvety underneath. These plants grow well in a variety of locations from prairies and open woodlands to roadsides. The seeds are very easy to grow and do well when planted in the fall or when cold-treated for 3 month prior to planting. Showy Milkweed will spread through seed distribution and underground shoots.