Blood Flower Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Asclepias curassavica seeds just below the surface of the soil in late fall or early spring. To start Asclepias curassavica seed indoors, sow just below the surface of the soil in a flat 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring. After the last frost and when the seedlings have grown tall enough to handle safely, transplant them.
Growing: Blood Flower milkweed tolerates light shade, as well as adapting well to either dry or moist soil. In cooler regions it can be grown as a container plant and brought indoors for the winter, or as an annual. These plants are fairly slow to mature. They tolerate some soil dryness, but grow best with occasional watering. Self seeding may occur, but volunteer plants can easily be transplanted or removed while they are still small. Blood Flower attracts numerous butterflies and hummingbirds, and resists deer. Harmless aphids may infest the foliage, but can be removed by a spray of water from the hose. This Blood Flower plant can be cut back at any time of its growth to produce new foliage or tidy its growth. Mature plants can be divided.
Harvesting: Blood Flower makes a striking cut flower. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened. Keep in mind that all parts of this Blood Flower plant are poisonous, and the milky sap can irritate the skin.
Seed Saving: After the plant finishes flowering, 3-4" narrow pods will form. Be sure to harvest the pods before they split and the silky fluff carries the seeds away on the wind. As soon as the seeds inside the pod ripen to their mature brown color, remove the pods and spread them out to dry. Split open the pods and take out the silky seed material. Remove the fluff from the seeds. Store Asclepias curassavica seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Bloodflower, Silkweed, Indian Root, Cotton Bush, Sunset Flower
Latin Name: Asclepias curassavica
Species Origin: Central and South America
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 11,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Red, Orange
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant
best seeds
This is the best place for seeds. Quick shipment. Seeds are high quality and always germinate. All positives.
bloodflower seeds
I am happy with my order. I allready have some sprouting in my greenhouse. I wish I had thought to inquire if you also had Hairy Balls seeds and the price. Thank you.
Best place to buy seeds for the backyard
I have purchased Everwild seeds for years. Fast shipping and the packaging of the seeds is first rate.
great service
due to my laziness and not planning ahead , i purchased some seeds ; transaction completed . later i decided to add to the purchase but could not so i bought more on a separate order . being charged twice of course . i called sales but no answer because of close of day . texted leaving message request to merge the two purchases into one . bingo ! they saved my double postage fee ! shipping merged the purchases into one purchase ; i wasn't charged twice for two purchases . great deal ! great service . great attention to details on their part thanx
Asclepias Curasavica
The product arrived faster than what we thought, the packaging is beautiful and it can be resealed, the price was very competitive, We are doing a germination test to see how is the quality, I would need to upgrade the review later but so far 5 stars.
Blood flower
Send me your review form a month from now.
I'm germinating seeds now. It's too early to submit a legitimate review.
Love it
I love their selection of wildflowers the most, but they have a nice variety of all seeds. I always received seeds quickly. The prices are great. They have a good germination rate. This is one of my go to seed places.
Blood flowers
I received my seeds very quickly and had great customer service. I planted the seeds and all the areas I planted have begun to grow. I am very pleased. These flowers will be a great addition to my Butterfly garden. I will continue to buy seeds from Everwilde Farms.
Seed sales
Your site said you did not have 1lb bags and I had to order 1/4lb to place an order at a higher price. I wanted two pounds. When I received my order it was not 10 1/4lb bags it was one bag at 1.5 lbs. The site would only let me order 10, not 12 or 2 lbs.seems you have the seed but will only sell at the lower quantity.
Great Company!
I ordered from Everwilde last year, and had a very high germination rate - plus I love their exceptional re-sealable seed packaging. First rate products, and fast shipping also. Very pleased
You will not be disappointed
I have purchased seeds from Everwilde many times. They ship the finest quality seeds quickly via the US mail. I have never had a problem with any seed packets they have sent.
Asclepias curassavica
A non-native milkweed that is somewhat controversial at the momment, it is loved by butterflies and hummingbirds. It is a host plant for Monarch and Queen butterflies. Germination rate if planted in the spring or early summer is very high. It is often perennial in my zone 8b garden. Beautiful flowers though out the summer.
Blood Flower
Outstanding germination rate! I'm very pleased with this company and will buy more of their seeds in the future.
GREAT
I love this plant. Fast grower if you let it. 100% germination rate from this company!
Nothing bad to say!
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Asclepias curassavica seeds just below the surface of the soil in late fall or early spring. To start Asclepias curassavica seed indoors, sow just below the surface of the soil in a flat 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring. After the last frost and when the seedlings have grown tall enough to handle safely, transplant them.
Growing: Blood Flower milkweed tolerates light shade, as well as adapting well to either dry or moist soil. In cooler regions it can be grown as a container plant and brought indoors for the winter, or as an annual. These plants are fairly slow to mature. They tolerate some soil dryness, but grow best with occasional watering. Self seeding may occur, but volunteer plants can easily be transplanted or removed while they are still small. Blood Flower attracts numerous butterflies and hummingbirds, and resists deer. Harmless aphids may infest the foliage, but can be removed by a spray of water from the hose. This Blood Flower plant can be cut back at any time of its growth to produce new foliage or tidy its growth. Mature plants can be divided.
Harvesting: Blood Flower makes a striking cut flower. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened. Keep in mind that all parts of this Blood Flower plant are poisonous, and the milky sap can irritate the skin.
Seed Saving: After the plant finishes flowering, 3-4" narrow pods will form. Be sure to harvest the pods before they split and the silky fluff carries the seeds away on the wind. As soon as the seeds inside the pod ripen to their mature brown color, remove the pods and spread them out to dry. Split open the pods and take out the silky seed material. Remove the fluff from the seeds. Store Asclepias curassavica seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Bloodflower, Silkweed, Indian Root, Cotton Bush, Sunset Flower
Latin Name: Asclepias curassavica
Species Origin: Central and South America
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 11,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Red, Orange
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
best seeds
This is the best place for seeds. Quick shipment. Seeds are high quality and always germinate. All positives.
Review
bloodflower seeds
I am happy with my order. I allready have some sprouting in my greenhouse. I wish I had thought to inquire if you also had Hairy Balls seeds and the price. Thank you.
Review
Best place to buy seeds for the backyard
I have purchased Everwild seeds for years. Fast shipping and the packaging of the seeds is first rate.
Review
great service
due to my laziness and not planning ahead , i purchased some seeds ; transaction completed . later i decided to add to the purchase but could not so i bought more on a separate order . being charged twice of course . i called sales but no answer because of close of day . texted leaving message request to merge the two purchases into one . bingo ! they saved my double postage fee ! shipping merged the purchases into one purchase ; i wasn't charged twice for two purchases . great deal ! great service . great attention to details on their part thanx
Review
Asclepias Curasavica
The product arrived faster than what we thought, the packaging is beautiful and it can be resealed, the price was very competitive, We are doing a germination test to see how is the quality, I would need to upgrade the review later but so far 5 stars.
Review
Blood flower
Send me your review form a month from now.
I'm germinating seeds now. It's too early to submit a legitimate review.
Review
Love it
I love their selection of wildflowers the most, but they have a nice variety of all seeds. I always received seeds quickly. The prices are great. They have a good germination rate. This is one of my go to seed places.
Review
Blood flowers
I received my seeds very quickly and had great customer service. I planted the seeds and all the areas I planted have begun to grow. I am very pleased. These flowers will be a great addition to my Butterfly garden. I will continue to buy seeds from Everwilde Farms.
Review
Seed sales
Your site said you did not have 1lb bags and I had to order 1/4lb to place an order at a higher price. I wanted two pounds. When I received my order it was not 10 1/4lb bags it was one bag at 1.5 lbs. The site would only let me order 10, not 12 or 2 lbs.seems you have the seed but will only sell at the lower quantity.
Review
Great Company!
I ordered from Everwilde last year, and had a very high germination rate - plus I love their exceptional re-sealable seed packaging. First rate products, and fast shipping also. Very pleased
Review
You will not be disappointed
I have purchased seeds from Everwilde many times. They ship the finest quality seeds quickly via the US mail. I have never had a problem with any seed packets they have sent.
Review
Asclepias curassavica
A non-native milkweed that is somewhat controversial at the momment, it is loved by butterflies and hummingbirds. It is a host plant for Monarch and Queen butterflies. Germination rate if planted in the spring or early summer is very high. It is often perennial in my zone 8b garden. Beautiful flowers though out the summer.
Review
Blood Flower
Outstanding germination rate! I'm very pleased with this company and will buy more of their seeds in the future.
Review
GREAT
I love this plant. Fast grower if you let it. 100% germination rate from this company!
Nothing bad to say!