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40 Butterfly Milkweed Seeds Pink Asclepias Syriaca Native for Monarchs

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40 Butterfly Milkweed Seeds Pink Asclepias Syriaca Native Perennial for Monarchs ********** Common Milkweed has pink flowers and grows to four feet tall. It is native to the Midwest and eastern U.S. It prefers full sun and loamy, mesic soil, but it can tolerate a wide variety of conditions. This species can spread aggressively in moister sites and is most appropriate for butterfly habitat gardens, conservation and meadow plantings. Sowing: In late fall, direct sow 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 seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing. Growing: Though this plant can tolerate some dryness, occasional watering may be necessary. The flowers attract bees and butterflies, especially monarch butterflies. Deer avoid this plant. This plant will reseed itself and often spreads extensively in the wild. 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. *** ()*** MORE INFO: Name: Butterfly MilkweedScientific Name: Asclepias syriaca Color: PinkHardiness Zones: 4-10 Plant Seeds: Outdoors After Frost / Indoors Weeks Before Last FrostPlant Height: 30″-48″Plant Spacing: 18 – 36″Cycle: PerennialBloom Season – Summer Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade Soil & Water Preferences: Average Other: Attracts bees, birds, & butterflies, Species Type: Native Classification: Herbaceous Perennial Characteristics: A multi-stemmed flowering species that spreads from underground tubers. Habitat: Dry woods, abandoned fields, roadsides, shale barrens; grows best in well-drained soils. Bloom Period: June to August Flower Color: Pink Foliage Color: Green Minimum Root Depth: 16 in pH: 4.8 – 6.8 Pollinator Value: Very High Tolerances: Drought: High Max shipping fee is $4.29. You will not pay anymore than that no matter how many seeds (You must checkout with all seeds at the same time with only one payment in order to get combined shipping).U.S. order take 2- 7 business days to arrive. (Depends on which state you live in) All Of Our Vegetable Seeds Are Heirloom And Organic Unless Otherwise Stated. All Seeds We Carry Are Either For The Current Growing Season Or For The Next Growing Season To Come Which Is Why Our Seeds Have Such A High Germination Rate And Will Last For Years If Stored Properly. We Do Not Sell Old Seeds. Our Heirloom Seeds Are All Gathered And Packaged By Hand So No Weed Seeds Or Anything Other Than What You Ordered Will Be In Your Seed Packets. We Do Not Carry Any Gmo Or Altered Seeds

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Milkweed SWAMP ROSE Perennial Asclepias Monarch Butterfly Host Plant 50 Seeds!

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Butterfly Milkweed SWAMP ROSE Perennial Monarch Host Plant Fall Plant 50 SeedsPure Seed Non-GMO Fresh Guaranteed to Grow -Non-GMO Pure Seed! PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONSwamp Milkweed is native to most areas of the central and eastern United States. It is also known as Rose Milkweed. Plants are typically found along streams and ditches or in moist areas of meadows and prairies. Plants grow 4 to 5 feet tall and have clusters of pink to mauve flowers at the tops of branches. Plants make excellent hosts for monarch butterflies and provide nectar to honey bees, wild bees and other pollinators. Also recommended for rain gardens and bioswales.SCIENTIFIC NAME: Asclepias incarnataCOLOR(S: PinkSEED TYPE: PerennialSPECIAL NEEDS: Cold StratificationSUN: Full Sun, Partial ShadeMOISTURE: MoistHEIGHT (IN.): 36-60BLOOM PERIOD: SummerUSDA HARDINESS ZONE(S) FAST FACTSName: Swamp Milkweed Seeds – RoseBotanical Name: Asclepias incarnataLife Cycle: PerennialLight Requirement: Full SunPlanting Season: Spring, FallPlant Type: North American Native, Herbaceous Perennial, Umbrel Cluster Blooms, Lanceolate Leaf Shape, Terminal Stems, Clumping HabitFeatures: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Container Garden, Cut Flower Garden, Deer Resistant, Fragrant, Wet Soil TolerantColor: Rose / MauveBlooms: Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, FallDays to Maturity: 90-120 DaysPlant Height: 40 inchesPlant Spacing: 15-18 inchesPlanting Depth: 1/8 inchSowing Method: Start Indoors, Direct SowCold Stratification: YESHardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9Ships: Year Round HOW TO GROW MILKWEED FROM SEEDWHEN TO PLANT ASCLEPIAS SEEDSPlant outdoors after the first frost begins in the fall in order to stratify the seed in time for Spring. To start indoors, seeds must be refrigerated 6-8 weeks before sowing in order to wake the seed from dormancy.WHERE TO PLANT ASCLEPIAS SEEDSAsclepias is a hardy plant that is native to the swamps of the U.S., and will easily grow in consistently damp or wet soils that drain well with access to full sun (6-8 hours of sun per day). Despite this, Asclepias will tolerate a wide variety of soil profiles, as long as they aren’t consistently dry or overly sandy. Plant away from areas where pets frequent, as the sap of the Asclepias is toxic when cut.HOW TO PLANT ASCLEPIAS SEEDSPlant seeds 1/2-1 inch deep into the soil. When grown indoors, transplant into the garden 18-24 inches apart for best results.HOW TO CARE FOR ASCLEPIASAsclepias is a low-maintenance plant that can live for several years if planted in the proper environment and will come back from a strong taproot every Spring. Asclepias will also readily spread itself via seeds in the late fall, but this can be controlled simply by removing all seed pods in the early fall before they release. Asclepias is a popular butterfly attractor, particularly of the Monarch Butterfly; as long as the plant is healthy, it will readily flower throughout the summer. Fertilization is not necessary. Putting mulch around each plant will reduce competition from weeds or other unwanted plants.COLD STRATIFICATIONEveryone wants plants. Now. But there are a small group of seeds that require a special treatment before they will even germinate in a climate that has temperatures below freezing. This process is called “Cold Stratification.” There are two ways to accomplish this.Fall PlantingIf time is not a problem, you can put them in the ground in fall and let them go through a winter. They will sprout next year, but not flower. The following year, having gone through two winters, they will return and bloom as expected.If you are planting poppies direct sowing is recommended in late fall or early spring for zones 2-8Create a “False Winter”The second way to do this, if you want to save time, is to create a “false winter.” What this does is trick the seeds into thinking they have been in the ground for an entire year. All they need is to be in your refrigerator for at least 2 ½ months.About 3 months before spring, place seeds in a plastic bag with a handful of slightly dampened, clean peat, paper towel, or a mix of clean peat and sand.Seal and label the bag with seed name and date, then store in the refrigerator (not freezer) for at least 2½ mos. before planting in spring. (The cold period mimics a full winter’s cold.) Once your seed has been treated, it’s ready to plant when spring arrives.CUSTOMER SERVICEPlease DO NOT LEAVE A NEGATIVE if you have an issue. WE WILL FIX IT. Negative Feedback directly impacts our business and gets me in a bad mood for the day. We work so hard to make y’all happy!! Just message us and watch the results you get. You do not need to do an Ebay claim – just message. Give me 48 hours to answer please.Please read the planting instructions! Some seeds require cold stratification. Some Perennials probably will not bloom until the 2nd year.Your success and happiness is our success and happiness! Fast and Free!Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail NO TRACKING At checkout you can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges).Orders over $25 are shipped First Class PACKAGE with Tracking.If you have not received your order 14 business days after payment please message us directly. We answer messages a few times a day Monday-Saturday. If you put in a claim through Ebay we will have to refund you as they give s 4 days to send you new seeds. 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Milkweed SHOWY Perennial Asclepias Monarch Butterfly Host Plant 50 Seeds!

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Butterfly Milkweed SHOWY MILKWEED Perennial Host Plant Monarch Butterfly 50 SeedsNo Fillers – Pure Seed – Non-GMO – Safe Seed PledgePRODUCT DESCRIPTIONMilkweed, Showy: (Asclepias speciosa)Showy Milkweed is native to most of the central and western United States.It can be found along ditches and roads as well as in moist sites of meadows and fields. Plants grow to 40 inches tall and have large, round clusters of pink flowers. Showy Milkweed is a host plant for monarchs, and the nectar is utilized by many pollinators. Plants are rhizomatous and can spread aggressively. Recommended for pollinator and monarch conservation as well as rain gardens and bioswales.Similar to Common Milkweed in looks, Showy Milkweed has soft, pastel pink flower clusters with longer petals. This sun-loving asclepias grows well in dry, fast-draining soil and requires little supplemental water once established. A prolific and important nectar source for Monarch butterflies, bees, and other beneficial bugs. Re-seeds readily. (Asclepias specios)Perennial – blooms appear in the second season and will reappear for many years to come. 48″ tall. Showy Milkweed, like all asclepias, is an indispensable plant for Monarch butterflies, offering up the only food source for caterpillars and plenty of nectar for butterflies. A vigorous spreader, plant this low-maintenance variety in an area where it can naturalize and become a haven for local pollinators passing through your garden. Thrives in full sun, fast-draining soil, and doesn’t require supplemental watering once established in your garden. Showy Milkweed requires a cold period in order to germinate and is best planted in the fall or forced into cold stratification for spring seeding. FAST FACTSSCIENTIFIC NAME: Asclepias speciosaCOLOR(S) : PinkSEED TYPE : PerennialSUN : Full SunMOISTURE : Moderate, MoistHEIGHT (IN.) : 24-40BLOOM PERIOD : SummerUSDA HARDINESS ZONE(S) : 3-9 GROWING & Cold Stratifying MILKWEEDUnderstanding Milkweed (Asclepias) Seed & GerminatingGermination: To start Milkweed seed we recommend starting inside, but before this happens Milkweed seeds need to go through a cold stratification period. Cold stratification is very important for the germination and growth of Milkweed. It helps break the seeds natural dormancy cycle. To do this, we recommend placing Milkweed seed in a damp paper towel or damp sand in a zip lock bag and place in your fridge for 3 – 6 weeks (30 days). Place in an area of the fridge, where it won’t get damaged. We taped ours to the bottom of a refrigerator shelf.Growing IndoorsPlanting In Spring: Once the 30 days are complete, it’s time to plant the cold stratified Milkweed (asclepias) seeds. We recommend planting in 2-4” peat pots. Fill peat pots ¾ of the way with seed starting potting soil and gently add water. Water should be able to drain through the peat pots. Once the soil is damp, place 1-2 cold stratified seeds into each pot. To finish, place 1/4 inch of soil on top of the seed.Planting In Fall: If you’re planting Milkweed seed in the fall, let nature do the cold stratification for you! There is no need to place your seeds in the refrigerator before planting, you can plant seeds directly into the soil after there have been a few frosts in your area. This allows for the seeds to remain dormant for the winter and come up in the early spring. Clear away any existing growth and using your index finger to measure, create 1.5″ holes for each Milkweed seed. We recommend spacing seeds about 4-6” apart. Place a seed in each hole and cover. Water thoroughly.Watering: Gently water the planted seed to give additional hydration. The best way to water is from the bottom up. Use a flat pan under the peat pots and add a half inch of water to the bottom of the tray. Don’t over water as it can cause fungus. Water every day or every other day as needed, the best way to test the soil dampness is to touch it. If the soil seems dry then add water; if it’s wet, wait for the soil to dry out to water.Light Requirements: For the next few weeks, make sure the Milkweed is either in a sunny window, in a green house or under a grow light. Milkweed needs lots of sun and warmth to grow. If you’re using a grow light, make sure to lower the bulb closer to the pots or your seedlings may become leggy, as they stretch to the light. In our experiment, this happened to us. Ideally a sturdier stem is better. Cold stratified seeds should germinate and sprout within 10-15 days once planted. In total Milkweed from the day they are cold stratified to growth can take 40 plus days, so be patient!Other planting options: Place dry seed (not stratified) in seed starting soil and plant in peat pots under a grow light or in a greenhouse to germinate seeds. The success rate for this is low and more difficult to accomplish. If you choose to use this option it can take months for the seeds to germinate.If you are planting seed outside, we suggest seeding in late fall, and let the Milkweed seed lay on the ground through winter. Milkweed seed will have a long winter of dormancy, so once the sun comes out and the ground warms in the spring, the seeds will germinate on their own.Customer Service Your success and happiness is our success and happiness! Please don’t’ leave a neutral or negative feedback without contacting us. If you have a problem we will make it right. Positive Feedback is very important to the future of our business and ability to continue to sell to you throughout the years! If you need planting instructions other than what is shown above either message us or use Google to get directions! Fast and Free Shipping Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail no tracking. You can add tracking for $3.50 (see shipping) Orders over $10 are shipped in a padded envelope. Orders over $25 are shipped First Class PACKAGE with Tracking. Postal Service· If you have not received your order 14 business days after payment, I will gladly place a new set in the mail for you. Please message us directly. If you put a claim through Ebay we will have to refund you instead of reshipping because they give us 3 days to resolve the problem. If you message us directly we can reship.Free Wildflower Gift Pack Free Wildflower Gift Pack (500 mg 50+ Seeds) is included with orders over $10 purchased the same day. No Tracking 2-4 day delivery. 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Butterfly Milkweed SWAMP CARMINE Perennial Host Plant Monarch Heirloom 50 SeedsNo Fillers – Pure Seed – Non-GMO – Safe Seed PledgePRODUCT DESCRIPTIONGrow Butterfly Weed Seeds – Plant Swamp Milkweed CarmineAsclepias incarnataTall growing perennial pollinator attractorHeirloom variety with fragrant pink & purple summer bloomsThrives in bright, sunny growing areasSwamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a showier variety of Common Milkweed. It is extremely elegant, producing willowy foliage and pink blooms. It will also attract beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden or meadow. Perennial.Monarch populations have been in decline for a number of years, and the loss of nectar sources and milkweeds has been indicated as a major contributor to these declines. This mixture is composed of native wildflowers, garden flowers and milkweeds which supply nectar sources for adult monarchs. Milkweeds are utilized for egg-laying and provide food to monarch caterpillars. Named Butterfly Weed for a reason, this attractive and fragrant perennial will draw butterflies (and bees, and birds!) to your garden like a magnet! Impossibly attractive to pollinators, it almost doesn’t matter that Carmine Butterfly Milkweed offers lovely purple/pink blooms from summer through early fall. FAST FACTSName: Swamp Milkweed Seeds – CarmineBotanical Name: Asclepias incarnataLife Cycle: PerennialLight Requirement: Full SunPlanting Season: Spring, FallPlant Type: North American Native, Herbaceous Perennial, Umbrel Cluster Blooms, Lanceolate Leaf Shape, Terminal Stems, Clumping HabitFeatures: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Container Garden, Cut Flower Garden, Deer Resistant, Fragrant, Wet Soil TolerantColor: PurpleBlooms: Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, FallDays to Maturity: 90-120 DaysPlant Height: 40 inchesPlant Spacing: 15-18 inchesPlanting Depth: 1/8 inchSowing Method: Start Indoors, Direct SowNEEDS COLD STRATIFICATIONHardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9Ships: Year Round GROWING & Cold Stratifying MILKWEEDUnderstanding Milkweed (Asclepias) Seed & GerminatingGermination: To start Milkweed seed we recommend starting inside, but before this happens Milkweed seeds need to go through a cold stratification period. Cold stratification is very important for the germination and growth of Milkweed. It helps break the seeds natural dormancy cycle. To do this, we recommend placing Milkweed seed in a damp paper towel or damp sand in a zip lock bag and place in your fridge for 3 – 6 weeks (30 days). Place in an area of the fridge, where it won’t get damaged. We taped ours to the bottom of a refrigerator shelf.Growing IndoorsPlanting In Spring: Once the 30 days are complete, it’s time to plant the cold stratified Milkweed (asclepias) seeds. We recommend planting in 2-4” peat pots. Fill peat pots ¾ of the way with seed starting potting soil and gently add water. Water should be able to drain through the peat pots. Once the soil is damp, place 1-2 cold stratified seeds into each pot. To finish, place 1/4 inch of soil on top of the seed.Planting In Fall: If you’re planting Milkweed seed in the fall, let nature do the cold stratification for you! There is no need to place your seeds in the refrigerator before planting, you can plant seeds directly into the soil after there have been a few frosts in your area. This allows for the seeds to remain dormant for the winter and come up in the early spring. Clear away any existing growth and using your index finger to measure, create 1.5″ holes for each Milkweed seed. We recommend spacing seeds about 4-6” apart. Place a seed in each hole and cover. Water thoroughly.Watering: Gently water the planted seed to give additional hydration. The best way to water is from the bottom up. Use a flat pan under the peat pots and add a half inch of water to the bottom of the tray. Don’t over water as it can cause fungus. Water every day or every other day as needed, the best way to test the soil dampness is to touch it. If the soil seems dry then add water; if it’s wet, wait for the soil to dry out to water.Light Requirements: For the next few weeks, make sure the Milkweed is either in a sunny window, in a green house or under a grow light. Milkweed needs lots of sun and warmth to grow. If you’re using a grow light, make sure to lower the bulb closer to the pots or your seedlings may become leggy, as they stretch to the light. In our experiment, this happened to us. Ideally a sturdier stem is better. Cold stratified seeds should germinate and sprout within 10-15 days once planted. In total Milkweed from the day they are cold stratified to growth can take 40 plus days, so be patient!Other planting options: Place dry seed (not stratified) in seed starting soil and plant in peat pots under a grow light or in a greenhouse to germinate seeds. The success rate for this is low and more difficult to accomplish. If you choose to use this option it can take months for the seeds to germinate.If you are planting seed outside, we suggest seeding in late fall, and let the Milkweed seed lay on the ground through winter. Milkweed seed will have a long winter of dormancy, so once the sun comes out and the ground warms in the spring, the seeds will germinate on their own.SEED STORING Store your seeds in a cool, dry and dark location. Most seeds have a long shelf life, but heat and moisture will cut that life short. Dedicate a drawer or cabinet to storing your seeds where you can also house your gardening journal close at hand for dreaming, planning and preparing. Customer Service Upon receipt of your package or box, be sure to open immediately and check the contents. The products you have just received are perishable and care should be taken to ensure their future viability. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness! We have the friendliest and fastest customer service you’ve ever seen so don’t hesitate to contact us! If you need planting instructions other than what is shown above either message us or use Google to get directions! Fast and Free! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail in a white envelope, no tracking For $1 shipping we will ship in a padded envelope (no tracking) OR you can add tracking for $3.00 (see shipping charges). Orders over $25 are shipped First Class PACKAGE with Tracking. Free Wildflower Gift Pack with orders over $10 purchased the same day (Gift Pack is at least 50 seeds). Pure seed. Assorted. Non-GMO. Orders over $25 in the same day receive two gift packs. 30 Day Return PolicyIf you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition you received it in. If you have not received your order 14 business days after payment, I will gladly place a new set in the mail for you. Please message us directly. We answer messages once a day Monday-Saturday. If you put in a claim through Ebay we will have to refund you as they give s 4 days to send you new seeds. Message directly and we can send a new pack!

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Milkweed SWAMP WHITE Asclepias Perennial Monarch Butterfly Host Plant 50 Seeds!

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Butterfly Milkweed SWAMP WHITE Perennial Host Plant Monarch Heirloom 50 SeedsNo Fillers – Pure Seed – Non-GMO – Safe Seed PledgePRODUCT DESCRIPTIONSWAMP MILKWEED – WHITEAsclepias incarnataLong blooming perennial pollinator attractorHeirloom variety with long lasting, white summer bloomsThrives in bright, sunny growing areasMonarch populations have been in decline for a number of years, and the loss of nectar sources and milkweeds has been indicated as a major contributor to these declines. This mixture is composed of native wildflowers, garden flowers and milkweeds which supply nectar sources for adult monarchs. Milkweeds are utilized for egg-laying and provide food to monarch caterpillars. Crisp, white blooms atop lush foliage are a sight to behold all on their own, but once they begin to attract bright and beautiful butterflies to your yard, we’re sure that White Swamp Milkweedwill become an instant favorite! A long blooming perennial, it takes some time to establish Asclepias from seed, but the effort is well worth the reward!FAST FACTSName: Butterfly Milkweed SeedsBotanical Name: Asclepias tuberosaLife Cycle: PerennialLight Requirement: Full SunPlanting Season: Spring, FallPlant Type: North American Native, Tuberous-Rooted Herbaceous Perennial, Clusters of Bright Flowers Atop Upright Hairy Stems, Lanceolate Leaf ShapeFeatures: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Container Garden, Cut Flower Garden, Good for Dried Flowers, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Fragrant, Poor Soil Tolerant, Drought TolerantColor: OrangeBlooms: Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, FallDays to Maturity: 90-120 DaysPlant Height: 28 inchesPlant Spacing: 15-18 inchesPlanting Depth: 1/8 inchSowing Method: Start Indoors, Direct SowCold Stratification: YesHardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9Ships: Year Round GROWING & Cold Stratifying MILKWEEDUnderstanding Milkweed (Asclepias) Seed & Germinating (There are many videos on YouTube teaching this)Germination: To start Milkweed seed we recommend starting inside, but before this happens Milkweed seeds need to go through a cold stratification period. Cold stratification is very important for the germination and growth of Milkweed. It helps break the seeds natural dormancy cycle. To do this, we recommend placing Milkweed seed in a damp paper towel or damp sand in a zip lock bag and place in your fridge for 3 – 6 weeks (30 days). Place in an area of the fridge, where it won’t get damaged. We taped ours to the bottom of a refrigerator shelf.Growing IndoorsPlanting In Spring: Once the 30 days are complete, it’s time to plant the cold stratified Milkweed (asclepias) seeds. We recommend planting in 2-4” peat pots. Fill peat pots ¾ of the way with seed starting potting soil and gently add water. Water should be able to drain through the peat pots. Once the soil is damp, place 1-2 cold stratified seeds into each pot. To finish, place 1/4 inch of soil on top of the seed.Planting In Fall: If you’re planting Milkweed seed in the fall, let nature do the cold stratification for you! There is no need to place your seeds in the refrigerator before planting, you can plant seeds directly into the soil after there have been a few frosts in your area. This allows for the seeds to remain dormant for the winter and come up in the early spring. Clear away any existing growth and using your index finger to measure, create 1.5″ holes for each Milkweed seed. We recommend spacing seeds about 4-6” apart. Place a seed in each hole and cover. Water thoroughly.Watering: Gently water the planted seed to give additional hydration. The best way to water is from the bottom up. Use a flat pan under the peat pots and add a half inch of water to the bottom of the tray. Don’t over water as it can cause fungus. Water every day or every other day as needed, the best way to test the soil dampness is to touch it. If the soil seems dry then add water; if it’s wet, wait for the soil to dry out to water.Light Requirements: For the next few weeks, make sure the Milkweed is either in a sunny window, in a green house or under a grow light. Milkweed needs lots of sun and warmth to grow. If you’re using a grow light, make sure to lower the bulb closer to the pots or your seedlings may become leggy, as they stretch to the light. In our experiment, this happened to us. Ideally a sturdier stem is better. Cold stratified seeds should germinate and sprout within 10-15 days once planted. In total Milkweed from the day they are cold stratified to growth can take 40 plus days, so be patient!Other planting options: Place dry seed (not stratified) in seed starting soil and plant in peat pots under a grow light or in a greenhouse to germinate seeds. The success rate for this is low and more difficult to accomplish. If you choose to use this option it can take months for the seeds to germinate.If you are planting seed outside, we suggest seeding in late fall, and let the Milkweed seed lay on the ground through winter. Milkweed seed will have a long winter of dormancy, so once the sun comes out and the ground warms in the spring, the seeds will germinate on their own.SEED STORING Store your seeds in a cool, dry and dark location. Most seeds have a long shelf life, but heat and moisture will cut that life short. Dedicate a drawer or cabinet to storing your seeds where you can also house your gardening journal close at hand for dreaming, planning and preparing. Customer Service Upon receipt of your package or box, be sure to open immediately and check the contents. The products you have just received are perishable and care should be taken to ensure their future viability. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness! We have the friendliest and fastest customer service you’ve ever seen so don’t hesitate to contact us! If you need planting instructions other than what is shown above either message us or use Google to get directions! Fast and Free! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail in a white envelope, no tracking For $1 shipping we will ship in a padded envelope (no tracking) OR you can add tracking for $3.00 (see shipping charges). Orders over $25 are shipped First Class PACKAGE with Tracking. Free Wildflower Gift Pack with orders over $10 purchased the same day (Gift Pack is at least 50 seeds). Pure seed. Assorted. Non-GMO. Orders over $25 in the same day receive two gift packs. 30 Day Return PolicyIf you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition you received it in. If you have not received your order 14 business days after payment, I will gladly place a new set in the mail for you. Please message us directly. We answer messages once a day Monday-Saturday. If you put in a claim through Ebay we will have to refund you as they give s 4 days to send you new seeds. Message directly and we can send a new pack!

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Untitled DocumentStoreFeedbackFollow UsButterfly Milkweedis a variety of milkweed that is native to much of the United States. This perennial wildflower grows to about 1 to 3 feet tall, depending on environmental conditions. Butterfly Milkweed can be found growing in dry areas such as open fields, roadsides, farmland, wooded areas, and prairies. It displays long-lasting clusters of bright orange flowers on hairy stems that are a light green to a dull reddish-purple and can branch off at the top allowing for multiple flower heads. New plants can sprout from underground root rhizomes, or from seeds that shed from the long seed pods in the fall. Allow plants to self-seed in the landscape if desired or remove seed pods before they split open in the fall. These low-maintenance plants perform well on dry sites that have clay, sand, loam or average soils and are drought tolerant once established. Butterfly Milkweed is also deer resistant. Our Butterfly Milkweed seeds will help you attract Monarch Butterflies and other pollinators such as bumblebees, native honeybees, hummingbirds, unique butterfly species and other insects that are beneficial to your garden or eco-landscape! Monarch Milkweed Seeds has supplied Milkweed seeds all throughout North America since 2015. Our passion is rooted in holistic land management, regenerative agriculture, permaculture and natural farming. We very much appreciate and honor the role that the Monarch butterfly plays in our ecosystem, as pollinators and as a species – and you should too! We continue to receive support from all over the country; ranging from nature parks to conservationist projects, schools, educational programs and home gardeners.Seed Quantity NOTE: To conserve resources we combine all orders of duplicate seed quantities of the same variety into one pack. For example, if you order two packages of 150 Butterfly Milkweed seeds, they will be combined into one pack of 300 seeds.Variety InfoNAME: Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) VARIETY: Butterfly STRATIFICATION: Required DAYS TO MATURITY: 120 days POLLINATION: Open Pollinated TYPE: Perennial in cooler zones, annual in hot zones HARDINESS ZONE: Zones 3 – 9 SUNLIGHT: Full Sun / Partial Sun SOIL: Average, drier soils with a pH 5.8 – 7.0 PLANT HEIGHT: 2 – 3 feet SPACING: 10 – 24 inches TEMP: 50 – 95 °FShipping Info ⥇ Free shipping on all orders ⥇ Orders are mailed 1-3 business days after payment processes ⥇ Shipping time subject to change due to inclement local weather/USPS delays ⥇ We do not ship outside the contiguous USA (Virgin Island, Puerto Rico, Guam or Alaska) NOTE: If your eBay address is different than your actual shipping address you are obligated to change your eBay address to the proper mailing address otherwise, we will default to using your mailing address associated with your eBay account. We will not refund or replace orders if you provide us with an incorrect mailing address. If you have any issues whatsoever with your order, please message us directly before taking further action. Make Sure To Checkout Our Other Selections Before Making Your Purchase!Thank You For Shopping With Monarch Milkweed Seeds

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Attract Pollinators with 89,000+ Non-GMO Wildflower Seeds – Perfect Garden Gift

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Attract Pollinators with 89,000+ Non-GMO Wildflower Seeds. Designed to attract beneficial pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and birds. Unit Quantity: 2.0 ounce Features: Pollinator Friendly,Non-GMO,Native Varieties,Attracts Pollinators,High Germination Rate,Low Maintenance,Versatile Growing Options,Includes Growing Instructions,Economical Bulk Seeds,Perfect for Spring Planting Sunlight: Full Sun,Partial Shade Climate: Humid Continental,Humid Subtropical,Tropical Wet & Dry,Midwest,Northeast,Texas,Florida,USA.

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