🦋 Yellow Milkweed
Asclepias curassavica ‘Yellow’
A butterfly magnet with clusters of golden-yellow blooms that provide nectar for pollinators and serve as a host plant for Monarch caterpillars. Perfect for adding both color and ecological value to the garden.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Tropical Americas
☀️ Light: Full sun
💧 Water: Moderate—tolerates drought once established
📏 Size: 2–3 ft tall, 1–2 ft wide
🌸 Bloom Time: Spring through fall, nearly year-round in South Florida
🪴 Landscape Use: Excellent for butterfly gardens, borders, wildflower areas, and mixed beds
💡 Casaplanta Tip:
Amend planting beds with Coast of Maine Bumper Crop Soil Builder for healthy soil that supports vigorous growth and continuous blooms, while giving Monarch caterpillars the best start.