Asclepias speciosa 15 Seeds – Showy Milkweed Heirloom Non-GMO Native Pink Pollinator Plant

Asclepias speciosa, commonly known as Showy Milkweed, is a native North American perennial prized for its large, rounded clusters of soft pink to mauve flowers. Blooming in summer, these fragrant blossoms are a magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Showy Milkweed is a host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars, making it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens, meadow plantings, and native landscape restorations. Its tall, upright stems and broad gray-green leaves add texture and height to perennial borders, and the distinctive seed pods that follow the flowers provide late-season interest.

This heirloom, non-GMO variety is easy to grow from seed and thrives in a range of conditions, from prairies to cottage gardens. Its drought tolerance and adaptability make it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners looking to support local ecosystems while enjoying beautiful, long-lasting color.

Plant Features

• Native perennial with showy pink flower clusters
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
• Host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars
• Heirloom, non-GMO seeds
• Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Asclepias speciosa
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy to loamy soil
• Water Requirements: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 2-4 feet
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Showy Milkweed seeds benefit from cold stratification to improve germination. For best results, sow seeds outdoors in late fall or winter, or stratify them in the refrigerator for 30 days before starting indoors. Press seeds into the soil surface and cover lightly, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge, which typically takes 10-20 days at 65-75°F. Once seedlings have a few sets of true leaves, transplant them into individual pots or directly into the garden after the last frost.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish a deep root system. Once established, Showy Milkweed is quite drought tolerant and requires minimal care. Avoid overwatering, as plants dislike soggy conditions. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms, or leave seed pods to mature for self-sowing and winter interest. In late fall, cut back stems to ground level to promote healthy new growth in spring.

What's Included

This listing includes 15 Asclepias speciosa (Showy Milkweed) seeds. These are heirloom, non-GMO seeds ready for planting.