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Milkweed Mix Contents:
Asclepias incarnata (Swamp), Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly), Asclepias speciosa (Showy). These are NOT tropical.
Plant these seeds to help keep essential butterfly habitats from disappearing
Milkweed Mix Planting Directions: You can start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last frost in your area or direct sow after frost danger is past. The seed in this packet has been pre-soaked and are ready to be planted right away. Keep soil damp until seedlings emerge and then water as necessary. Seedlings should emerge in 10 days to 3 weeks. Full sun is best.
Direct sow planting: Cold stratify for 30 days. Sow in late fall or spring.
Indoor Sowing: Cold stratify for 30 days. Start 7-9 weeks before last frost. Transplant into 4” pots after 3-5 weeks. Harden off and transplant to well-drained soil.
Learn more about the importance of growing milkweed here.
Seed Information:
Asclepias plants and sap may cause skin irritation in humans and animals. Do not ingest seed or plants.
Not Recommended for Southern California
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
Here at Bentley Seed, we only fill our seed packets with the freshest crop NON-GMO seed in our 3rd generation family-owned small business in upstate NY! Our packets are hand-picked for you!
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