Bring a touch of natural fragrance and beauty to your garden with Asclepias flower seeds. Known for their fragrant, colorful blooms and importance for pollinators, these seeds are ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and container planting.
Features:
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Variety: Asclepias (Milkweed)
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Seed Type: Heirloom, GMO-free
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Growth Habit: Upright, bushy, and easy to grow
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Bloom Season: Summer to early autumn
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Sun Requirements: Full sun
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Maintenance: Low-maintenance and attractive to butterflies and pollinators
Specifications:
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Seed Packet Quantity: Approx. 25–50 seeds per packet
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Germination Time: 10–20 days; may require cold stratification for better results
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Growing Zones: USDA zones 3–9
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Plant Height: 60–120 cm (24–48 inches)
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Flower Colors: Orange, pink, red, white, and yellow depending on variety
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sowing Time: Sow outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost.
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Soil: Well-draining, good soil enriched with organic matter.
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Planting Depth: Lightly cover seeds with 0.5–1 cm of soil.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during germination; reduce once seedlings are established.
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Spacing: Thin seedlings to 30–40 cm apart for healthy growth.
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Care: Remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming; supports wildlife and pollinators naturally.