Butterflies will seek out your garden when you grow this vigorous, heirloom perennial, a preferred nectar plant for monarchs and other pollinators. Beginning in summer, you will be treated to a profusion of fiery, red-orange flowers followed by decorative green seed pods. Drought tolerant once established; performs in poor soils. Native to much of the United States. A long-lasting addition to cut flower arrangements. Perennial in USDA zones 3 and warmer. Sap is toxic; avoid eye/skin contact and do not ingest.
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Family: Apocynaceae
Native: Eastern U.S., Canada, and Northern Mexico
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 3 and warmer
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer
Plant Dimensions: 24"–36" tall
Variety Info: Individual flowers ½", borne in brilliant red-orange clusters.
Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Drought Tolerant, Deer Resistant