Salutations, BugFans, Red Milkweed Beetle. Color: Dark red. Mexican Milkweed (also called Bloodflower, Swallow-wort, Silkweed, Tropical Milkweed, Indian root, Butterfly Weed, Red Cottonweed, and Scarlet Milkweed) is botanically known Asclepias curassavica. Live plant in 3 inch pot. There are very few rules in gardening, but perhaps the most important one is to work within your zone. Tropical milkweed must be grown as an annual in Carroll County. The fruit is not ornamentally significant. It is native to the American tropics and has a pantropical distribution as an introduced species.Other common names include bloodflower or blood flower, cotton bush, hierba de la cucaracha, Mexican butterfly weed, redhead, scarlet milkweed, and wild ipecacuanha. All withstand heat and drought. Choosing plants that grow and thrive in your particular climate is the very first step toward having a … Important monarch butterfly plant. Showy, season-long blooms provide lasting color and a non-stop resource for monarchs. Red milkweed beetles (Tetraopes tetrophthalmus) are one of the BugLady’s favorite beetles (sharp-eyed BugFans may have noticed that approximately every third insect is a BugLady favorite).She loves RMBs because they are in the very-spiffy Long-horned beetle family Cerambycidae (of the elegant antennae), because even when occupied with … Silky Deep Red Characteristics & Attributes. Transplant into larger cell packs or 3-4" pots 3-5 weeks after sowing. Tropical. Red Butterflies Milkweed. Created on: 05 May 2015; Updated on: 09 Jun 2015. Silky Deep Red Milkweed features unusual dark red flat-top recurved flowers with yellow eyes at the ends of the stems from mid summer to late fall. Semi-deciduous, it dies back in cold weather and grows throughout winter in warm climates. A traditional component of country and cottage gardens. Easy to grow perennial zones 8-11. Plant database entry for Bloodflower (Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Deep Red') with 35 images, 3 comments, and 23 data details. Butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa) produces green foliage through spring and summer and clusters of small red, orange or yellow flowers. But you may be asking, “should I prune milkweed.” Milkweed pruning isn’t really necessary, but deadheading milkweed can enhance appearance and encourage further flowering. The fruit is not ornamentally significant. Grown as annuals in the north. Zones. Plants will bloom by 4 months. Direct seed - Can be direct sown in the fall or spring. Scarlet Butterflyweed is a tropical milkweed that puts on a vibrant color show with deep red and yellow flowers that are attractive to beneficial pollinators and butterflies. Seeds from Silky Deep Red Asclepias. 'Silky Gold', also known as Tropical Milkweed, this perennial has captured the heart of butterfly gardeners. Hardiness: 3 - 9 Sun: Full Sun . Selected for more vibrant color and slightly larger flower clusters than the species. A new, deep red form of Asclepias curassavica or “Butterfly Milkweed”. The “Silky Mix,” or Asclepias curassavica, has several beautiful variations of the original A. tuberosa. Bloodflower / Silky scarlet milkweed Blooms of Scarlet Milkweed. Harden off and transplant outdoors after the last frost. Its medium texture blends into the garden, but can always be balanced by a couple of finer or coarser plants for an effective composition. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Deep Red' (Tropical Milkweed) Add to Collection. Its medium texture blends into the garden, but can always be balanced by a couple of finer or coarser plants for an effective composition. General Description. 6634. Do not allow to become pot bound at any time as plants will deteriorate rapidly. Plants grow 28 inches tall and have flat umbels of red flowers with red hoods and gold centers, flowers the first year. USDA Zone? Season: Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) ... (Swamp Milkweed) Add to Collection. Bloom: Spring – Fall. June 24, 06. Add to Any Collection My Collection. Asclepias curassavica Silky Series. June 24, 06. A typical milkweed plant grows throughout the year in most regions of the United States and provides nectar for butterflies and bees. Bronze foliage. Created by The Gardens at Heather Farm. My Plant's Story. Great colors! Flower: Scarlet Red and Yellow Water Usage: Low to Moderate. Add to cart. Showy, season-long blooms provide lasting color and a non-stop resource for monarchs. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Super EASY to grow, very branching to 30” tall and topped Spring thru Summer with long-lasting, 3-4” clusters of scarlet flowers. Asclepias cur. Red hues make this cultivar an improvement over its predecessors for end of season color. Butterflies can’t resist this evergreen perennial. The fruit is not ornamentally significant. . This tropical, herbaceous perennial (evergreen in milder areas) is hardy to zone 8, but can be grown as an annual in colder areas. Planting density: 3 to 4 plants/ft. Click here for more info. Be the first to review this product. ... Close up of a Asclepias Silky Deep Red in a flower border Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) feeding on tropical milkweed flowers in the fall. Equally suited to highbrow beds and borders. Herbaceous perennial Full sun. Asclepias curassavica, commonly known as tropical milkweed, is a flowering plant species of the milkweed genus, Asclepias. “Gay Butterflies Mix” is a family of species, with plants in colors of red, orange and yellow. The flower clusters are 2-4” across with 6-15 flowers in each group. Scientific Name : Asclepias curassavica Blooming Season : Summer, Late Summer Plant Habit : Upright Height : 24 - 28" (61 - 71cm) Exposure : Sun Grower Information : Seed supplied as: Raw. 'Silky Deep Red' Milkweed. Plants will bloom at 4 months old or younger. Silky Deep Red Indian butterfly weed is a vigorous grower with brightly colored flower clusters in rich, red and bright yellow crowns that are slightly larger than average. Season: Summer (Mid,Late) Fall. Bloodflower, Scarlet Milkweed, Silky Deep Scarlet Milkweed. Asclepias curasavica 'Silky Deep Red Milkweed' quantity. It is a great container plant to place on decks, in hanging planters or in patio gardens to observe the many butterflies and nectar feeding insects that will visit the orange, red, and sometimes yellow flowers. Plants are loved by butterflies. Soak seed in warm water for 24 hours sow and lightly cover, germination in 5-20 days. SKU: 8b011143065d Categories: All Products, Perennials. Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Gold' (Golden Butterflyweed) - This is an all yellow form of the typically orange and yellow Butterfly Weed, also known as Tropical Milkweed, a tender evergreen perennial is prized for attracting butterflies, particularly the Monarch Butterfly, into the garden. How to Cut Back Butterfly Milkweed. Serving as a host for monarch butterfly caterpillars, it is a must-have plant for butterfly lovers. Blooms are dark red with yellow centers. Milkweed are poisonous if ingested. Sow 1/4" deep into a seed starting mix. Blooms late August until frost. Perfect for naturalizing into wild, native and wildlife gardens. The showy red and orange fl owers of Asclepias curassavica ‘Deep Red’. Its narrow leaves emerge red in spring, turning dark green in color the rest of the year. Growing the plants will attract and feed these beautiful butterflies. Asclepias, Tropical Milkweed, Bloodflower, Butterfly Weed, Mexican Milkweed, Scarlet Milkweed 'Silky Deep Red' (Asclepias curassavica) by Marilynbeth Feb 9, 2007 11:31 PM. Asclepias curassavica Bearing rich, red-orange and yellow blooms, this tropical milkweed, or butterfly weed, blooms until frost. September 19, 06 closeup with the morning sun shining on it. A native of the southeast and notorious nectar source for butterflies. Silky Deep Red Milkweed is an herbaceous evergreen perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. There are very few rules in gardening, but perhaps the most important one is to work within your zone. Silky Deep Red Butterfly Weed bears flowers with yellow-orange crowns and deep red-orange corellas for … All parts of the plant contain varying amounts of toxins, which most humans and animals find highly allergic. The flowers are excellent for cutting. 'Silky Deep Red', also known as Tropical Milkweed has captured the heart of butterfly gardeners. They bloom continuously from spring to fall in temperate climates and in tropical climates may be in flower at any time of the year. Monarch butterflies can sense these plants a mile away and use them to lay their eggs on. Silky Deep Red Milkweed features unusual dark red flat-top recurved flowers with yellow eyes at the ends of the stems from mid summer to late fall. Additional information. Asclepias curassavica 'Red Butterflies' Item 2191. A tender perennial with bronze tinted foliage. Selected for more vibrant color and slightly larger flower clusters than the species. Milkweed is the plant choice of monarch butterflies, and milkweed can be planted to attract monarchs. Silky Red Milkweed (asclepias curassavica 'silky red') - Also called Mexican Milkweed, Tropical Milkweed, or Bloodflower. Its narrow leaves emerge red in spring, turning dark green in color the rest of the year. Add to Any Collection My Collection. Silky Gold Milkweed. Silky Deep Red Milkweed is an herbaceous evergreen perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. Tropical milkweed has narrow leaves. Its narrow leaves emerge red in spring, turning dark green in color the rest of the year. Silky Deep Red Milkweed features unusual dark red flat-top recurved flowers with yellow eyes at the ends of the stems from mid summer to late fall. Description Additional information Description. Milkweed gets its name from the milky substance secreted when the plant’s stems break open. A monarch butterfl y (L), honeybee (C) and rubythroated hummingbird (R) visit Asclepias curassavica fl owers. Asclepias Curassavica 'Silky Deep Red' Milkweed Height: 24-30 in Spread: 18-24 in Bloom Color: Red Foliage Color: Green Size On Hand; 4.5IN 0 Interesting Notes: Host plant for butterflies. Choosing plants that grow and thrive in your particular climate is the very first step toward having a beautiful garden . Milkweed 'Silky Deep Red' 1 Gallon. 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