Butterfly weed, Hello Yellow - Seeds

Asclepias tuberosa Hello Yellow

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A perennial milkweed (Asclepias) that sprouts straight stems up to one meter in height, topped with beautiful and abundant clusters of bright yellow flowers. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.

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Asclepias tuberosa 'Hello Yellow' is a charming variety with intense yellow flowers, derived from the well-known North American perennial species. This plant stands out not only for its spectacular blooms but also for its ability to attract wildlife and beautify any sunny space with its vibrant energy. Unlike the typical orange-flowered variety, 'Hello Yellow' produces dense clusters of golden-yellow flowers that bring a warm, luminous, and very special tone to the garden.

From its tuberous roots emerge upright stems that can reach up to 90–100 cm in height. At the end of each stem, inflorescences form, composed of numerous small star-shaped flowers that bloom throughout much of the summer. Its soft, sweet fragrance not only delights people but also proves irresistible to butterflies, bees, native pollinators, and even hummingbirds in regions where they are present.

Like other milkweeds, this variety is highly valued for its role in monarch butterfly conservation, providing nectar for adult butterflies, though it is not typically a preferred host for egg-laying. It is ideal for pollinator gardens, naturalized areas, meadows, rockeries, or sunny borders. Its maintenance is very simple: drought-tolerant, non-invasive, and highly adaptable to various types of well-drained soil.

Another significant advantage of 'Hello Yellow' is that it does not produce the milky sap common to many other milkweeds, making it a cleaner option for ornamental gardens. Its thick roots store water and nutrients, allowing it to withstand dry summers once established.

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    Asclepias tuberosa Hello Yellow
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  • Family
    Apocynaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Sol
  • Watering
    Low
  • Frost resistance
    High
  • Planting time
    April
    March
    May
    November
    October
    September
  • Flowering period
    August
    July
    June
    May
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    Yellow
  • Foliage
    Deciduous
  • Spacing
    35-45cm
  • Height
    0,5-1m
  • Cut flower
  • Wildflowers
    Yes
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Requires stratification

Planting time

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Recommended sowing Out of season

Flowering period

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Data sheet

  • Family
    Apocynaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Sol
  • Watering
    Low
  • Frost resistance
    High
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    Yellow
  • Foliage
    Deciduous
  • Spacing
    35-45cm
  • Height
    0,5-1m
  • Cut flower
  • Wildflowers
    Yes
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Requires stratification
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