Butterfly Weed

Nice roots. They grew very well. Very happy.

The butterfly weed is growing nicely, but it is not orange. It is a pale pink color, which is disappointing. But the bees and butterflies like them, so as long as they're happy, I'm okay. I was really looking forward to the contrast of the orange against our purple clematis, though.

Ordered on Saturday June 10, when butterflyweed was on clearance. To my delight the root which arrived Weds June 14 is in great shape, not dehydrated, packed in a sachet of very slightly damp potting mix, and very much alive. About 7 inches long, and just starting to come out of dormancy. Kudos to HBF for knowing how to store their plants. It's in the ground now and I'll post updates if the website lets me.

I ordered these with some coneflower bare roots. These looked the best out of the whole order, they had great color, some small sprouts at the top, and lengthy healthy roots. I have them planted and can’t wait to see what happens.

The butterfly weed (2) I grew last year really took off and grew well. Unfortunately aphids killed mine late in the season. I tried controlling them but wasn't successful. I'm trying again this year though because they (not the aphids, lol) really were healthy and bloomed well initially. I hope to have better luck this year.