Asclepias tuberosa 'Blonde Bombshell' typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
butterfly weed
Asclepias tuberosa 'Blonde Bombshell'
Also Known As - Orange Milkweed,Chigger PlantCycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flowers:
Yellow/orange Flowers
Sun:
Full sun Partial sun
Soil:
Sandy Loamy Rocky
Fruits:
brown Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water Butterfly Weed deeply and infrequently. During the blooming period, which is usually from May-August, water the plant every week or so. During the summer months, water the plant about twice a month. In the winter, water only once a month or less. When watering, you should give the plant a deep soaking to ensure that the soil is well saturated. Avoid overwatering, as too much water can lead to root rot.
sunlight
Butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa 'Blonde Bombshell') prefers to grow in full sun and should receive 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day to reach its full potential and to ensure ideal blooming and lush foliage. This plant prefers well-drained soil and should be planted in an area of the garden that gets nothing less than 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. Ideally, the butterfly weed should receive 8 hours of direct sunlight per day and should get some protection from afternoon shade during the hottest days of the summer.
pruning
When pruning Butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa 'Blonde Bombshell'), it's important to be mindful of the plant's growth behavior and blooming period. To promote a full, beautiful bloom, you should prune in the late spring after the plant has flowered. As the plant begins to look sparse and wilted, trim off dead stems and any foliage that looks brown or diseased. Prune off only the dead parts of your Butterfly weed, avoiding the green, living stems. You should also leave a few of the seedpods which contain the butterfly weed's colorful seeds. Avoid pruning too much, as this may reduce or prevent flowering in the coming season.
Season
Asclepias tuberosa 'Blonde Bombshell' typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Asclepias tuberosa 'Blonde Bombshell' is in July and August.