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Hardy perennial
Apocynaceae
Perennials
Asclepias 'Gay Butterflies'
Milkweed
Milkweed ‘Gay Butterflies’: 75 cm high and 45 cm wide, full sun exposure. Yellow, orange, gold, red flowers in July-August. Zone 4; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 4
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Common nameAsclepias 'Gay Butterflies'
FamilyApocynaceae
GenusAsclepias
CultivarGay Butterflies
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameMilkweed
With Asclepias ‘Gay Butterflies’, your flower bed will host a plant whose flowers feature shades of yellow, orange, gold, and red. The foliage comes in shades of green, to be showcased among different textures. The usual flowering period is July-August. The clump reaches approximately 75 cm in height with a 45 cm spread; use these dimensions to position the plant in the middle of the flower bed and for group plantings.
To plant Asclepias ‘Gay Butterflies’, look for the following exposure: full sun and a suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Support the rooting of Asclepias ‘Gay Butterflies’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Keep a spacing of 45 cm between plants; this helps preserve their shape and allows access for care. The indicated hardiness zone is 4, to be assessed according to your garden conditions.
In a planting of Asclepias ‘Gay Butterflies’, locate the crown before winter and allow new shoots to emerge before working the soil nearby. Avoid unnecessarily moving a well-established milkweed; water needs should follow those of the chosen species. For companions, consider campanulas, daylilies, and perennial geraniums in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (July-August) and the 45 cm spread will serve as guides for arranging other plants around this plant.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
17.7 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish themselves before the severe cold weather.
Propagation
Root cuttings. Seedlings do not guarantee the faithfulness of a named cultivar.
Growing method
'Gay Butterflies' Milkweed: Spring after the thaw, or early autumn, allowing time for roots to establish before deep freezes. Support the establishment of 'Gay Butterflies' Milkweed with deep watering, then check moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily applications to already moist soil. Avoid unnecessarily disturbing a well-established milkweed; water requirements should follow those of the chosen species.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
Accompany the rooting of Asclepias 'Gay Butterflies' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil.
Soil type
Well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual condition of the root ball
Seasonal care
'Gay Butterflies' Milkweed: spot the clump before winter and let new shoots emerge before working the soil nearby. During its flowering period (July-August), also keep an eye out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might overshadow the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A stable container with drainage holes, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try ‘Gay Butterflies’ milkweed in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes that is appropriate for the root ball and its future size (45 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
30 inches (76 cm)
Width / spread
18 inches (45.5 cm)
Flower color
Multicolored
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Moderate
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Undocumented for this selection
Bloom period
July-August
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Associations to consider for Asclepias 'Gay Butterflies': campanulas, daylilies, perennial geraniums. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around ‘Gay Butterflies’ butterfly weed, especially avoid neighboring plants that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Asclepias 'Gay Butterflies'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Avoid unnecessarily disturbing an established milkweed; water requirements depend on the species chosen.
What is the best way to place Asclepias 'Gay Butterflies'?
Expect a height of around 75 cm and a width of 45 cm at maturity. Approximately 45 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a border and for group plantings.
When does Butterfly Milkweed ‘Gay Butterflies’ bloom?
The period indicated is July-August. The flowers come in shades of yellow, orange, gold, and red. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and when the plant was established.
How to water and care for Asclepias 'Gay Butterflies'?
Ensure the rooting of Asclepias 'Gay Butterflies' with deep watering, then check for moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Locate the crown before winter and allow new shoots to emerge before working the surrounding soil.
Can I grow Butterfly Milkweed 'Gay Butterflies' in a pot?
To try ‘Gay Butterflies’ milkweed in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes that is appropriate for the root ball and its future size (45 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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