Seed Needs, Milkweed Seed Collection (6 Individual Seed Packets) Open Pollinated Seeds

Fresh, Untreated & Non-GMO Monarch butterflies are facing tragic losses due to the destruction of it`s common food source, Asclepias, or more commonly known as `Milkweed.` The varieties within this collection can be cultivated to produce various colors of orange, pink, yellow and white. Asclepias is very important to the Monarch butterfly as it is categorized as a host plant. The caterpillars will enjoy it’s large, tender leaves and adult Monarchs, as well as many other butterflies look to it for it’s rich source of nectar. Milkweed can be grown together with all sorts of varieties such as the Showy Milkweed, Swamp Milkweed, Common Milkweed & Butterfly Milkweed. Monarch butterflies occupied much of North America in the many years prior to 2015. Recently, studies have shown that their numbers have dwindled by nearly 96% over the decades, leaving them hanging on the edge of endangerment. This migratory species is exposed to numerous threats along it’s pilgrimage, but the worst of these threats is the decrease in Milkweed plants available. Purchase Asclepias seeds now to help prevent any further decline in the Monarch population. Together we can all help to increase the number of these lovely orange & black creatures that so many of us adore. Quality All of the seeds contained within this assortment are fresh and are intended for the current and the following growing seasons. Each seed collection is sealed within a foil bag / pouch for maximum freshness. Carefully Filled The vast majority of Seed Needs products and packages are hand filled. However some assortments and Collections are filled by machines. Seed Needs takes great pride in supplying the correct amount of seeds per packet. Seed Counts Common Milkweed (Packet of 100 Seeds) Swamp Milkweed (Packet of 100 Seeds) Showy Milkweed (Packet of 100 Seeds) Autumn Blaze Milkweed (Packet of 100 Seeds) Bloodflower (Packet of 100 Seeds) Butterfly Milkweed (Packet of 100 Seeds) Seed counts are in approximates. Seed Needs usually overfills past the advertised amount however. Sizes Each seed packet measures 3.25` wide, by 4.50` tall and includes a colorful illustration on the front side, as well as detailed sowing information on the reverse side. QR Codes Every seed packet includes a QR code. Once scanned with a QR scanner, you can read more information on each variety included in the collection, straight from your smart phone. Assist this beautiful butterfly by planting it`s major food source! Together we can preserve these gorgeous winged insects. Autumn Blaze Milkweed Autumn Blaze will produce beautiful clusters of pink, yellow, orange and white flowers. The plants themselves grow to a mature height of about 30 to 40 inches tall. Milkweed is known for attracting an array of beneficial insects such as bumblebees, lady bugs, hummingbirds and most importantly the endangered Monarch butterfly. Asclepias is grown as a perennial flowering plant that returns each year from it’s deeply established root system. Butterfly Milkweed Butterfly Milkweed, also known as “Butterfly Weed” will produce beautiful clusters of orange flowers. The plants themselves grow to a mature height of about 18 to 30 inches tall. The Butterfly Milkweed is known for attracting an array of beneficial insects such as bumblebees, lady bugs, hummingbirds and most importantly the endangered Monarch butterfly. Butterfly Milkweed is grown as a perennial flowering plant which will return each year from it’s deeply established root system. Common Milkweed Common Milkweed will produce beautiful clusters of pale pink flowers. The plants themselves grow to a mature height of about 36 to 48 inches tall. Common Milkweed is known for attracting an array of beneficial insects such as bumblebees, lady bugs, hummingbirds and most importantly the endangered Monarch butterfly. Asclepias syriaca is grown as a perennial flowering plant that returns each year from it’s deeply established root system. Showy Milkweed Showy Milkweed will produce beautiful clusters of pale pink flowers. The plants themselves grow to a mature height of about 24 to 40 inches tall. Showy Milkweed is known for attracting an array of beneficial insects such as bumblebees, lady bugs, hummingbirds and most importantly the endangered Monarch butterfly. Asclepias speciosa is grown as a perennial flowering plant that returns each year from it’s deeply established root system. Pink Swamp Milkweed Pink Swamp Milkweed will produce clusters of beautiful pink flowers. The plants themselves grow to a mature height of about 36 to 60 inches tall. Swamp Milkweed is known for attracting an array of beneficial insects such as bumblebees, lady bugs, hummingbirds and most importantly the endangered Monarch butterfly. Asclepias incarnata is grown as a perennial flowering plant that returns each year from it’s deeply established root system. Bloodflower Bloodflower will produce clusters of beautiful red & yellow flowers. The plants th