Green Milkweed (Asclepias viridis) Quick Facts:

Host plant to Monarch, Soldier, and Queen Butterflies

Herbaceous perennial

Grows best in Central and Southeastern US

Hardy in zones 4-9

Prefers full sun, may tolerate partial shade

Needs well-drained soil, dry to medium-moist

Blooms in early summer

Grows 1-2 feet tall

Space 1 1/2 – 2 feet apart

Seeds need 30 day cold stratification or sow in fall/winter

Please see complete growing conditions and details for Green Milkweed Plants (Asclepias viridis) under our seed description