Place it where it can soak up sun for the best flowering, though it also performs in part shade. Mature plants typically reach about 24-30 inches tall with a neat, upright look that fits well in mixed beds, meadow-style plantings, and sunny borders. In bloom it pairs beautifully with other drought-tolerant, prairie-style perennials and ornamental grasses.

Give it sharply drained soil, especially through winter. Sandy, rocky, or lean ground is ideal, and you will get the strongest results when you avoid rich, consistently wet, or poorly drained sites. Once established, this butterfly weed tolerates dry spells well; water regularly the first season to help it develop a deep, resilient root system, then let the soil dry slightly between soakings.

As a native milkweed, it supports beneficial insects and brings life to the garden. Deer resistance is commonly noted, and it is also regarded as rabbit resistant, making it a practical option in many landscapes. It can handle some salt exposure, so it is useful for coastal or roadside-adjacent gardens where conditions can be challenging.

For best performance, plant in spring to early summer, keep mulch light and away from the crown, and leave stems standing into winter if you like a natural look. Cut back in late winter before new growth appears, and enjoy the dependable color and seasonal wildlife activity it brings.

• Cold hardiness zone: 3-9 (-40 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Mature height: 24-30"
• Spread: 12-18"
• Tolerant of: Deer, Drought, Rabbits, Salt
• Native to the U.S.: Yes