Prairie Milkweed Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall, direct sow prairie milkweed seeds just below the surface. Germination will take place in the spring, after the last frost. When the seedlings appear, thin to the strongest plant; seedlings usually do not survive transplanting, since they resent any disturbance of their roots. For spring planting, mix the Asclepias Sullivantii seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing.
Growing: Young plants should be watered until they become established; mature plants can tolerate some drought but grow best with regular watering. Though not invasive, this plant will eventually spread by rhizomes and forms colonies in the wild. It will also self seed if left to drop its seed. The flowers attract many bees and butterflies, including swallowtails, red admirals, an hairstreaks. Deer avoid this plant.
Harvesting: This makes a striking cut flower. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened. Keep in mind that the milky sap is mildly toxic and 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 Asclepias Sullivantii 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 the prairie milkweed seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Sullivant's Milkweed, Smooth Milkweed
Latin Name: Asclepias sullivantii
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7
US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest
Seeds per Ounce: 3,900
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant
Very nice seeds
The Prairie Milkweed seeds look great and I'm sure they will germinate well.
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Seed packet
Haven't sown the seeds yet
Service
Great to do business with. Very easy and I recieved my order very fast. I will definitely order from you again.
Seeds
I always receive speedy service with Everwilde. I appreciate the premium packaging for longevity of the seeds. Always high quality with Everwilde!
Prairie milk seeds
I am very pleased with the seeds from Everwilde Farms. I received my packages very quickly. All the areas that I have planted my seeds have sprouted and begun to grow into plants. I will continue to buy seeds ftom Everwilde Farms.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall, direct sow prairie milkweed seeds just below the surface. Germination will take place in the spring, after the last frost. When the seedlings appear, thin to the strongest plant; seedlings usually do not survive transplanting, since they resent any disturbance of their roots. For spring planting, mix the Asclepias Sullivantii seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing.
Growing: Young plants should be watered until they become established; mature plants can tolerate some drought but grow best with regular watering. Though not invasive, this plant will eventually spread by rhizomes and forms colonies in the wild. It will also self seed if left to drop its seed. The flowers attract many bees and butterflies, including swallowtails, red admirals, an hairstreaks. Deer avoid this plant.
Harvesting: This makes a striking cut flower. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened. Keep in mind that the milky sap is mildly toxic and 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 Asclepias Sullivantii 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 the prairie milkweed seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Sullivant's Milkweed, Smooth Milkweed
Latin Name: Asclepias sullivantii
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7
US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest
Seeds per Ounce: 3,900
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Very nice seeds
The Prairie Milkweed seeds look great and I'm sure they will germinate well.
Review images:
Review
Seed packet
Haven't sown the seeds yet
Review
Service
Great to do business with. Very easy and I recieved my order very fast. I will definitely order from you again.
Review
Seeds
I always receive speedy service with Everwilde. I appreciate the premium packaging for longevity of the seeds. Always high quality with Everwilde!
Review
Prairie milk seeds
I am very pleased with the seeds from Everwilde Farms. I received my packages very quickly. All the areas that I have planted my seeds have sprouted and begun to grow into plants. I will continue to buy seeds ftom Everwilde Farms.
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