Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa)

Category: Perennial forb
Sun: Full to partial
Water use: Medium to med-dry
Height: 2 ft
Bloom: Jun, Jul, Aug
Color: Orange
Attracts: Butterflies, hummingbirds, native bees, bumblebees
Larval host: Monarch, grey hairstreak, Queens
More Info: https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=ASTU

Notes: Takes 2-3 years to develop flowers, but once established will last for years. Very popular with monarchs.