If you want to support butterflies in a real, meaningful way—this is where it starts.
This classic milkweed is a true North American native and one of the most important host plants for Monarch butterflies. It produces clusters of soft pink, lightly fragrant blooms that draw in pollinators while its broad leaves support the next generation.
This isn’t just another perennial… it’s critical habitat.
🐛 Monarch caterpillars rely on it to grow. 🦋 Adults return for nectar and to lay eggs. 🌿 Plant it once—support the full lifecycle.
Don’t forget to look for this one this year in the Fiddleheads Butterfly House.
🌿 Plant Highlights
Blooms: Dusty pink to mauve clusters 💗 Sun: Full sun Height: 3–5 ft Spread: 2–4 ft (spreads naturally over time) Zone: 3–9
✨ Why We Love It
- A must-have native for Monarch butterflies 🐛🦋 - Fragrant blooms that attract bees and other pollinators 🌸 - Strong, adaptable, and low-maintenance 🌿 - Forms colonies over time—perfect for habitat spaces - Blooms early to mid-summer when activity is high
📦 Pickup Details
Available for preorder now. Pickup begins mid-April. We’ll text or email you when your plants are ready. 🌱📩📱
Please pick up within one week of notification. Unclaimed preorders cannot be guaranteed and are non-refundable.
Can’t make your pickup window? Let us know — we’ll do our best to help.
