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- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 3 - 4 Feet
- Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
- Growing Zones 3 - 9
- Use As A Thriller In Containers
The striking flowers of the Silky Deep Red Tropical Milkweed last from late spring into fall and will be a consistent burst of color all summer long. Deep red and brilliant orange flowers burst forth in small groupings. The lance-shaped foliage of this upright thriller is glossy green. This Milkweed cultivar is also known by the scientific name Asclepias curassavica or Mexican Butterfly Weed.
This perennial is a large plant that can reach 4 feet tall, making it wonderful to feature along foundation walls, borders, or mass plantings. Place it near a window or door so you can admire the many pollinators that will be drawn to the fragrant blooms. The flowers can be used in fresh or dried arrangements. Silky Deep Red Tropical Milkweed is native to North America, so it is easy to maintain as well as being deer-resistant for added convenience. This plant grows as a perennial in USDA zones 3 through 9.
Silky Deep Red Tropical Milkweed Care
This Milkweed needs at least 6 hours of sunlight to thrive, so plant in a sunny location. Soil should be rich, moist, and well-draining. Once settled in, Milkweed can be drought-tolerant, but check the soil during a dry spell and water if the top several inches are dry.
Milkweed is not a heavy feeder and typically grows well in poor-quality soil, but top dress the soil with organic compost during the spring or apply a slow-release plant food to kick start growth. Cut back growth in the fall after the flowers fade. Removing the spent flowers will prevent the plant from going to seed, but it also prevents butterfly colonies from detouring from their migration patterns.
Silky Deep Red Tropical Milkweed Spacing
This tall perennial will reach 3 to 4 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide. Plant about 3 feet from buildings and trees, but space 2 to 3 feet center to center from other plants for a full and lush mass planting.
Silky Deep Red Tropical Milkweed Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Spacing: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Red, Yellow |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North America |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
| Common Name: Silky Deep Red Tropical Milkweed |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Asclepias curassavica |
- SKU:
- ASCSR
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
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