Hello Yellow Butterfly Milkweed

About this plant

Asclepias tuberosa 'Hello Yellow' is a dazzling cultivar celebrated for its profusion of brilliant yellow-orange flowers that bloom from early summer to fall. This hardy perennial forms a tidy clump of lance-shaped foliage, making it an excellent choice for borders, meadows, or naturalized areas. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, 'Hello Yellow' is a critical host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars, providing essential sustenance for their metamorphosis. Its nectar-rich flowers also attract a wide array of other beneficial insects, including bees and various butterfly species, making it a cornerstone for any pollinator garden. Easy to grow and low maintenance, 'Hello Yellow' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating drought once established. Its cheerful blooms and vital ecological role make it a must-have for both the avid gardener and the environmentally conscious.

Care & maintenance

Plant in well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish, then becomes drought tolerant. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prevent unwanted self-seeding. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal issues.