A beautiful species in the milkweed family. Orange flowers bloom during the summer. Drought tolerant once established. A host species for the monarch caterpillar.
Height : 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) Spread : 1-2 feet (30-60 cm)
Blooming Period : June to August
Light : Full Sun
Water : Dry to Medium
Soil : Sand, Loam
Zone : 3-9
Native Ontario Habitat : Open woods, prairies, ditches
Landscape Uses : Butterfly gardens, pollinator gardens, hummingbird gardens, prairie, restoration areas