Milkweed Seeds for Monarch Gardens, Four U.S. Native Species in Separate Labeled Packets, 1,600 mg Total
Milkweed seeds help you create an outdoor garden that provides host plants for monarch caterpillars and nectar flowers for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. This Gardeners Basics assortment keeps four U.S. native species in separate labeled packets, making it easier to place each species where its regional and growing needs fit.
The collection includes narrow-leaved, common, showy, and rose or swamp milkweed, with 400 mg of seed per species. Plant markers and packet-specific growing guidance help you organize a butterfly garden, habitat bed, or naturalized border. Swamp milkweed is the moisture-loving species to consider for suitable rain gardens or pond edges.
Choose species suited to your region and planting site before sowing. Follow each packet's directions for depth, spacing, sun, moisture, and timing; many native milkweed seeds may benefit from cold, moist stratification. Store unopened packets in a cool, dark, dry place until planting.
Features
- Separate packets keep the four species from being mixed together.
- Milkweed serves as a host plant for monarch caterpillars; its flowers provide nectar for adult butterflies and other pollinators.
- Four full-color, individually labeled, water-resistant paper packets include planting directions and a growing guide.
- Plant markers are included to help identify your plantings.
- Heirloom, non-GMO seeds intended for outdoor planting.
Specifications
- Product type: Flower Seeds
- Species: Narrow-leaved milkweed, common milkweed, showy milkweed, and rose or swamp milkweed
- Botanical names: Asclepias fascicularis, Asclepias syriaca, Asclepias speciosa, and Asclepias incarnata
- Seed weight: 400 mg per species; 1,600 mg total
- Packaging: Four individually labeled, full-color, water-resistant paper seed packets
- Included accessories: Plant markers
- Growing guidance: Planting directions and a growing guide on every packet
- Seed attributes: Heirloom and non-GMO
- Planting location: Outdoors; select species according to local native ranges and site conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the four milkweed species mixed in one packet?
No. This milkweed assortment contains four separately labeled packets, one per species, with 400 mg of seed in each and 1,600 mg total.
Can I plant all four milkweed species in the same garden?
Plant only the milkweed species suited to your region and site. Their native ranges, soil preferences, and moisture needs differ, so check local native-plant guidance before choosing where to sow each packet.
Which included milkweed is suitable for damp planting areas?
Rose or swamp milkweed is the moisture-loving species in this collection. It can suit rain gardens, pond edges, and other damp locations where local conditions are appropriate.
Do these milkweed seeds need cold stratification?
Many native milkweed seeds may benefit from cold, moist stratification before sowing. Follow the instructions for each species on its packet, including preparation, sowing depth, spacing, and timing.
How does milkweed support monarch butterflies?
Milkweed provides a host plant for monarch caterpillars, while its flowers offer nectar for adult monarchs, other butterflies, bees, and pollinators. Choose locally suitable species for your outdoor habitat planting.