Plant Information
Silky Deep Red Asclepias
Product Information
2017-2018 Cut Flower Seed Catalog 2019 Ball Field CollectionBench Card
Download a Bench CardScientific Name: Asclepias curassavica
Hardiness Degree: 32°F (0.0°C)
Blooming Season: Summer, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Upright
Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Shade Tolerant
Water: Light
Fertilize: Once a month
Height: 24 - 28" (61 - 71cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Prefers a warm, rather dry location. Works well in gardens, landscapes, patio planters and as an annual cut flower. Produces beautiful flower umbels in intense colors on strong stems for an exotic look. Not recommended for garden use in Zones 7 to 9.
Planting density: 3 to 4 plants/ft.2 (32 to 40 plants/m2)
Best for: Greenhouse, high tunnel, field
Plug crop time: 4 to 5 weeks
Transplant to finish: 11 to 12 weeks
- High-quality series is bred for greenhouse and outdoor Summer production and prefers a warm, rather dry location.
- Not recommended for garden use in Zones 7 to 9.
Golden yellow centres.