{"product_id":"tropical-milkweed-50-seeds","title":"Tropical Milkweed – 50 Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate a vibrant feeding station for monarch butterflies with our Tropical Milkweed seeds. This beautiful heirloom is one of the easiest milkweeds to grow and is a favorite of monarchs. The plant produces brilliant clusters of fiery red and bright yellow flowers that provide a rich nectar source for adult butterflies, while the leaves are an essential food source for their caterpillars. A fast-grower that blooms in its first year, Tropical Milkweed is a fantastic choice for any butterfly garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Please note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile some reports suggest that tropical milkweed may disrupt monarch butterfly migration, the picture is more nuanced. Yes, tropical milkweed can affect migration patterns, but recent research indicates it may actually help boost monarch populations by providing additional habitat—especially in southern regions where habitat loss from development is a major concern. Essentially, creating more habitat can support a wider range for monarchs, which can outweigh potential migration disruptions. For gardeners who are concerned, simply cutting back tropical milkweed in the fall encourages natural migration and helps maintain a healthy monarch population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ What you'll love\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn essential host plant for the caterpillars of the monarch butterfly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrilliant clusters of fiery red and yellow flowers that bloom all summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn incredibly easy-to-grow milkweed that often flowers in its first year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA magnet for a huge diversity of native bees and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🌿 Seed details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical Milkweed (Asclepias curassavica)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 50 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial (grown as an annual in colder zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-4 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-85 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🌱 Growing instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant seeds 1\/8 inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers well-draining soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✅ Our seed packets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessionally designed and made.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResealable for convenient, long-term storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes full, detailed growing instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🚚 Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking is included with every order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48180707033258,"sku":"MILK4","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1475\/4218\/files\/milkweed-tropical-asclepias-curassavica-50-seedssouthern-seeds-578925.jpg?v=1775583046","url":"https:\/\/wiccancenter.com\/fr\/products\/tropical-milkweed-50-seeds","provider":"Wiccan Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}