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Thank You! What city, state are you located in? Putting straw or leaf mulch over the seeds after planting is a great idea. Exposing seeds to cool temperatures before the warmer temps of spring will cause them to break their dormancy coaxing out your new spring seedlings. Hi Kim, you must be pretty far south for November eggs…in a place with a year-round population? Clear away any mulch or rocks from the area which could potentially block the growth of a small seedling. Active Interest Media Holdco, Inc. © Copyright 2020. 1. If you wanted to plant now, you could put chicken wire over the area and remove when it gets colder….good luck! Hello! i have someone in the neighborhood that sells milkweed and is a habitat if the monarchs, i live in southern california where it never rains, tee hee yet we got 1/2″ yesterday but don’t know when we will get any rain again. If you’re going to do that, winter sowing is a better option because the seeds germinate faster in protective containers: how deep tony? If you are doing an outdoor stratification, you can skip this step. The plants in the fall are now about 18 inches tall, and though they did not bloom or produce seed pods this year, I found that the Monarchs were most likely to lay eggs on these tender new plants for their tiny little caterpillars to start out on. Hi Bret, I just added some info about pollinator fields if you look at #7 under Assess Your Situation: Is it possible to take the milkweed seeds that I have collected and am not going to plant and instead of cold stratifying them in the refrigerator put them in plastic bags outside but inside a plastic storage bench? When fully ripe and dried, the seeds will be easily separated from the floss. I do that every year in my own garden. This is the first year harvesting milkweed seeds for replanting. good luck! It’s not a method I have used in our garden. Measuring between holes: Make the letter L with your thumb and forefinger. The milkweed plants are “exploding” their pods right now so it would be a good time to take a walk and collect some fresh ones. you can also winter sow tuberosa seeds. You don’t need to worry about watering until the seeds germinate next spring. Roll the seeds in a damp paper towel, or place them in moist peat moss, and then put them in a plastic bag. A lot of it. Same technique for planting native plant seeds in containers (which will be left outdoors through the winter)? someone said no more than a pencil eraser, but alas i have not had good luck when i plant the seeds. You can buy milkweed plants at your local garden center or a nursery that sells native plants, but they’re also very easy to start from seed. My plant had long green leaves and orange/yellow small flowers it is about 3 1/2 feed tall.. Hi Carol, November is a great time to plant seeds. You can sow milkweed seeds by scattering them on the soil surface 1/4-1/2 inch apart, and then cover them with about 1/4 inch of additional soil. The main differences in warm weather regions are that you have a longer season and some different milkweed options. That typically works for most varieties…. What are my options for getting rid of these insects? Repeat this process for each seed you are planting. How To Plant Milkweed Seeds In Fall: Preparing Your Area Like all wildflowers, milkweed should be planted on bare soil. I have sprinkled common milkweed seeds on top of the soil in a large planter, and unknowingly spilled seeds on the ground. I just milkweed seeds I never planted them before, but I’m not new to gardening but I must admit this is LEAVING me a little unnerved. Starting seeds indoors in winter 7. Is it still safe to scatter them, or should I wait until the cold snap passes? Milkweed Seeds will benefit from a 30 day period of cold moist stratification, allowing you a much higher germination rate. The seeds do not seem to be doing anything. Consider putting down chicken wire to deter squirrels or other pesky critters from digging up your new milkweed patch. How to Plant Milkwee d. Your milkweed purchase is the first step in creating habitat for the monarch butterfly. When the caterpillars hatch, they feed on the leaves of milkweed. You can also start stratified seeds indoors in late winter. Without proper thinning, you will end up with weaker plants. If you still need to collect milkweed seeds from your garden or local milkweed patch, check out this article to how to harvest milkweed seeds. Thanks Cindi, we also winter sow seeds. Plant the seeds, watch the milkweed grow, and wait for monarch butterflies to arrive! The pods on both my milkweed and butterfly weed plants are beginning to open so I’ve gently tied them shut in order so the seeds won’t fly away. Is that OK? Do I still have to cold stratify my butterfly milkweed seeds if I plant them in fall or winter? I live in MA and have a lot of milkweed seed I was planning on scattering this fall. I purchased the seed from a reputable garden store on line. Store them in an envelope at 40 degrees F or in the refrigerator to stratify until you are ready to plant in spring. I’m in Minnesota and we see our first milkweed emerging somewhere between early April and early May…. Can I plant milkweed seeds directly outside in the spring? Hi Tina, if the milkweed is native to your area than it should be a perennial plant. Milkweed seeds need to be stratified to help them germinate. I had a ton of aphids and used soapy water on them let it dry and washed off with a hose did this two times and they were gone after that.. Hi. You might try planting in a couple different area to see where the plants thrive. Cover the seeds with the already-moist soil. As far as ‘planting’ goes, I would pull the stalks out by the base, they usually didn’t take up much root, and collected all these ‘fronds of seed-pods and go around all the empty lots around my house and wave them around spreading those ‘parachutes’ willy nilly! I thought I would scrap up areas on this hills side where the other three grew and see if I can get more to grow next year. I have ruberbanded them, )but will the seeds that have escaped grow again next year. Anymore suggestions..I’m a rookie. It’s also easy to collect milkweed seed (be sure to ask property owners first) and start it yourself. I will be sowing the seeds this fall. Hello Nancy, thankfully most raising practices are universal. Thank you! 4. I had 100 Monarchs this year and had to pay about $300 to buy more milkweed from our 2 local vendors. Here’s more info: This is my first year trying to regrow milkweed. One thing that is very important: the seeds and plants need to be in a location that gets a lot of sun. We had a lot of success using 2-liter soda bottles doing this last season: For soil amending, you can always mix in a little compost before planting. Given time and reasonable respite from caterpillars, pink swamp milkweed can reach 2-3 feet tall. So I always took care of any milkweeds that ‘appeared in my yard. i heard that the butterflies lay their eggs mostly in november we will see i have about 5 catepillars that i know of right now. Consider planting milkweed varieties that are native to your region for best results. You can also just pinch off the seedlings you don’t want, which is easier. Hi Sue, I prefer doing this in fall when you know where everything is situated in the garden. I’m in zone 4/5 in Ottawa Canada and had saved some seeds from last year. Will Butterfly Milkweed Grow In Shade? If that area is rototilled lightly, will it still come back ? $10.00 Whorled milkweed seed, Asclepias verticillata. I have been cutting the stems down and tossing the insect covered stems in the trash. Start milkweed seeds indoors 8 to 12 weeks before the last frost in your area. Keep the soil moist by misting, but seeds can rot if allowed to sit in soggy soil. Some of the directions on my seeds said to surface sow barely putting any soil on top of the seeds. There’s also ‘hello yellow’ which has sunny yellow flowers. The seeds should germinate in 10 to 14 days. My question is-if I’ve covered seeds with leaves and burlap (and chicken wire)do I need to water them through the winter? As I get more of the core site pages/posts finished, I will definitely post more about issues specific to other regions. You can plant your Milkweed outside after the danger of frost has passed. When growing milkweed plant, it’s important to remember that it doesn’t transplant well due to the long taproot it grows. Fall-sown seed will be naturally stratified outside. Hi Roy, I would plant them outside now, as they are cold hardy to zone 3. Please note that you should always ask permission before harvesting seeds from private land, and of course seeds should never be removed from state parks or national forests. Plant the Milkweed and the Monarchs will come! Tropical milkweed is a non-native that will flower its first season if you start seeds indoors or plant cuttings/plants. I condition the soil every year. I live in SoCal, and just got 7 more caterpillars within the last week. Good luck! Love your site by the way. Leave this pod alone to scatter seed in the wind. These varieties include tropical milkweed, swan milkweed, goose plant, and giant milkweed. If you are buying seeds from a vendor, they should have instructions telling you whether cold stratification is necessary. I planted in small pots that I covered with garden fabric and put in a sheltered spot in my garden in November. Water your newly planted milkweeds daily for at least two weeks during the dry season (October-May) until the roots are established. How to Store Milkweed Seeds. Any ideas on how to plant that many at one time? Perennials die back for the winter but the root system survives to produce new plants in spring. How To Harvest Milkweed Seeds: All of the Facts, None of the Fluff. http://www.gardengatemagazine.com/articles/how-to/start-seeds/how-to-harvest-and-plant-milkweed-seeds/, How to Propagate Rex Begonias from Leaf Cuttings. I think the swamp variety needs the cold stratification, and if so, I’m not sure when to plant them. i show long does it take once they are in the ground? Monarch butterflies favorite. Fill cell packs with high-quality seed-starting soil mix and drop three to four milkweed seeds per cell over the surface of the soil. You can plant your seedlings in your garden after the last frost when they are at least 3 inches tall. Thanks for that question…I’m looking to plant some this year.. Plant seedlings outside in a sunny spot when they have 3 to 4 sets of leaves and the ground is warm. You could also put off planting until just before the ground freezes or before your first major snowstorm. As well as got the seed pods that appeared later. I want to be able to give these out at my garden club’s plant sale in May to those who come to the sale. Can I still plant the seeds in the ground I live in Maryland? SHOULD I PLANT MID NOVEMBER, late or early November? Hi Patricia, tuberosa is just one milkweed that is native to your region. Hi Matthias, November is a good time to plant milkweed seeds for most regions. Now I am in Norther Illinois and I have honeybees. Hi Maria, yes you can. Had a great crop(, the pods are growing and some have already popped open. You can also plant plants in late summer, early fall for much bigger plants next season. I have never done this but I ordered seeds and plan on planting outside in November since I live in Hugo, MN. You could also put off planting until just before the ground freezes or before your first major snowstorm. If you really want to start your seeds in the spring, first you must break their dormancy with cold stratification, which we cover in our guide for starting milkweed from seed. Like many plants, if it has optimal growing conditions and room to grow, it will probably grow larger: This is my first year to support the Monarch and other butterflies. I have raised several dozen Monarchs since I was a child in Pennsylvania. Monarch Butterfly Kits to Raise Caterpillars into Butterflies, 25 Milkweed Plant Ideas for North American Butterfly Gardens. Where do I buy the seeds? Stop Aphids from Taking Over your Milkweed. Otherwise they can also be stratified indoors: You might also want to try winter sowing in containers as a winter school project. I have no idea what kind they are and never saw any flowers on them. Place mulch around the seedlings to conserve soil moisture and prevent excessive weed growth around the milkweed plants. They should still get sufficient moisture through the winter for a cold moist stratification. Plant the seedlings between 6 and 24 inches apart. Will milkweed grow here? Help! Milkweed seeds should be planted in the fall. Thanks! – Are there particular cultivars ( if there is such thing) of orange butterfly weed and if so is there one that stands out? We have a small hill on the side of my driveway and three milkweed plants grew there. Also, the seeds do not have to be buried. Recently bought 2 swamp milkweeds, live in Montana plants are 2ft tall Have been keeping them inside, should they stay inside over winter or transplant outside and cut them back? Step 3: Carefully remove the milkweed seed cluster. Did you know you should sow these perennial seeds in fall? You could always try planting in a couple different places to see if one area yields better results…good luck! After stratifica… I followed those guidelines then sprinkled straw over the area to prevent them from drying out or blowing away. Starting Milkweed Seeds Indoors If you want to start the plants indoors, place seeds between moist paper towels inside a sealed plastic bag or plant the seeds directly into peat pots covered with a sealed plastic bag. Should I water as I would a normal garden? I have grown many milkweed plants from seed, like common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) and swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), both of which are favorites of monarch caterpillars.What I have also learned from experience is that these milkweed seeds need a cold period, or stratification to germinate. Identification. Check out my milkweed resource page to find milkweeds native to your region, and what milkweed species will be a perennial/annual in your zone. I bought the plant in a garden center and it has shed its fluffy seeds once already. It’s currently May 21 — is it just too early, or is milkweed really this hard to grow?! They were outside all winter and both resulted in many healthy plants. Step 4: Separate seeds from milkweed floss. I will be starting seedlings indoors this winter. Aphids are a problem for butterfly gardeners everywhere. Seeds have been de-fluffed. If you’re planting milkweed seeds in spring, you will want to wrap the seeds in damp paper towel and chill them. Hi Bonnie, November is a great time to plant your swamp seeds…they will get natural cold stratification over the winter. My question is, since most of our plants are either in large containers or 4 x 2 boxes, can the milkweed be planted in a large container? You would need to find plants from a local nursery that doesn’t use pesticides. What would be nice is hearing about raising Monarchs in other parts of the country, too. Here are some options. But I am having replacement knee surgery Oct 10th so I won’t be planting any seeds this fall. . This will be my 1st time planting milkweed as a host for monarchs, swallowtails, etc. Consider putting down chicken wire to deter squirrels or other pesky critters from digging up your new milkweed patch. Harvest milkweed seedpods in late summer between August and September, depending upon your climate. Good luck with your garden! Best offers for your Garden - https://amzn.to/2InnD0w ----- How to Grow Milkweed From Seeds. Thank you! Common milkweed plants grow to about 2 to 4 feet in height, with a thin, vertical growth habit. The stems and lea… I grew both types in 10″ pots this season. It sounds like your plants will be getting morning sun and afternoon shade? I am trying something new with a large surplus of milkweed seeds – planting them on top of pots of spring bulbs that will be left in a cold stairwell for about three months, then brought indoors to bloom during the late winter. The best time to put in Milkweed plants is in early spring after the danger of frost has passed, while the best time to plant milkweed from seed is in late fall - this allows mother Nature to take care of the cold stratification for you! Milkweed will be planted around the perimeter of the gardens . Hi Tony, I planted a ton of milkweed seeds this past fall all over my 1 acre back yard. Thank you! The Milkweed I have is just what is native to the area, and are annuals. Thank-you Martha Smiley, Hi Martha, is this so the seeds aren’t dug up? Before the ground freezes or before your first big snowstorm. 1-2 months after your seedlings have sprouted next spring, pinch off extra plants (or consider transplanting) to achieve ideal spacing for your specific milkweed. I don’t know how well they will germinate, being somewhat old, but It won’t hurt to plant them and see what happens! I hope I did the right thing. Be sure to use a weatherproof garden marker (intended for outdoor use) so your labels don’t rinse away over winter. After the chilling process, you can plant just as you would in the fall. SQUIRRELS? I live in Northern Illinois and have some property with areas available for milkweed planting. Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a native herbaceous perennial whose main virtue is its appeal to butterfliesespecially the monarch, which deposits its eggs on the milkweed. will try anything at this point no pestisides though. 9. I wonder if the insects would eventually decimate my milkweed plants. Bad knees make planting as you illustrate it quite difficult for me. Thanks so much, Nina. W… Water the area frequently after planting until plants become established. Also, any area dug up in autumn is prime real estate for critter exploration and digging…glad you have been lucky. Hi Diane, I use refrigerator stratification 1-2 months before planting. Podcast. seedlings typically take longer to emerge than returning perennials so hopefully you’ll start to see some progress soon…good luck! Click on the orange links to find seeds…htere are seed vendors I purchase from at the bottom of the page. Hope this helps give an idea of another way to start Milkweed seeds. It’s best to separate them right away, let the seeds dry, then store for the winter or plant: Hi Tony, thank you for being so accessible. Here’s a post that discusses how to stop them from taking over your milkweed….good luck! Stratification exposes dormant seeds to a period of chilling. Step 1: Harvest seed pod from milkweed plant. Plant seeds directly in a garden bed in the fall to cold-treat outdoors. Do I have to remove the fluff from the seeds or can I leave it on? Seeds can move over winter and some won’t germinate so exact spacing now is a waste of time. That way squirrels and other critters are less likely to dig up the seeds…definitely before the ground freezes and before the first big snowstorm. Here’s more info: When I was young, I saw a story about where all monarch butterflies went to during winter in the ‘states’, which was amazing! MY QUESTION: our soil is heavy with clay and was previously a pine tree forest. It also saves you the hassle of in-home stratification. Hi Holly, I would remove the grass, turn over the soil in case it’s compacted, and amend with compost if needed…what your proposing sounds like it could end up being more work in the long run if the seedlings/plants don’t thrive. I never like to put all our milkweed seeds in one basket. Any species in the milkweed family will do, but the easiest to grow is the common milkweed, Asclepias syriaca. Water the area thoroughly and let it saturate the soil. I used your technique above (along with several pods which I simply let fly wherever they wanted). Also, once they’ve split open, if I plan to plant them in Nov., in the meantime (between now and then) should I bring the seeds indoors or leave them inside the tied together pods outside? Also, I read other comments and see I might have to transplant the seedlings when they come up in spring…Can’t I leave them where they come up? Technically that’s the largest knuckle. Build a Butterfly and Pollinator Garden in 7 Steps I want to split my swamp milkweed plants, so I have plenty next summer. The long, oblong leaves are light green and grow to about 8 inches long. Should I refrigerate or freeze my seeds for early Spring planting? Spring-planted seeds need to be chilled in the refrigerator, which replicates the natural process of snow and cold breaking down the seed casing. You don’t want to plant too shallow or the seeds could get “relocated” or washed away. Germination takes 7 to 10 days. This is the first year I planted milkweed (native to northern Illinois) in my flowerbed. Hi Barbara, not sure where you’re located? I’m afraid planting them on the flat at top of hill will have poor results if any due to the soil and lack of good drainage there. Thank you. It can vary from year to year. Mix a single species of milkweed seeds with one to three times their volume of a moist (but not wet) medium such as sand, peat moss, sphagnum moss, or vermiculite. I also planted zinnias and parsley next to the milkweed. The only plants are the ones that established themselves last year (3 or so). 8. Hi Tony, You mentioned clearing away any mulch & using your knuckle to plant seeds at a good depth. I have a Troybilt rototiller to do the difficult cultivating . Hope this helps: HI, I`M GOING TO START OFF WITH PLANTING MY COMMON MILKWEEDS IN MY HOUSE AFTER THEY HAVE BEEN IN THE COLD FOR ABOUT 8 WEEKS AND THEN PLANT THEM OUT SIDE.I WAS JUST WONDERING IF THEY WILL BE TALL ENOUGH FOR THE MONARCHS NEXT YEAR AND ABLE HOW LONG BEFORE THEY START TO BLOOM. (Manchester, NH) I’ve located another field with hundreds of milkweed plants that have lost their leaves but pods have not yet opened. Hi Rae, I typically put out winter sowing containers at the end of December or in January. Thank you for this helpful post. When emerging milkweeds have three to four sets of leaves, thin seedlings to 6 inches apart. Hi Leisa, I prefer fall planting perennial plants. You can place a few inches of straw or leaf mulch over the area to keep the soil from drying out. First knuckle? Last week I harvested 50 milkweed pods and dried out the seeds. For seeds you could also try winter sowing: I’d like to plant milkweed (and other native wildflowers) in an area that is currently grass. You can plant milkweed seeds in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, but they will need to be stratified for 2 to 3 months in the refrigerator before planting in spring for better germination. You’re talking about the one by the fingernail right? I would like to plant milkweed. $5.00 - $60.00 Swamp milkweed, Asclepias incarnata seeds. Indoors, you can mimic this by placing the seeds in the fridge for several weeks before sowing them. Hi Kim #4- Put on garden gloves and stick your index finger in the dirt up to your first knuckle. I would try to speak with someone in your region that has actually used milkweed seed bombs before, to see how effective they are. Monarch Butterfly Garden- Bring Home the Butterflies, Butterfly Garden Ideas and Gardening Tips to Attract Monarchs, Swallowtails, Hummingbirds, and other Precious Pollinators. I have harvested seed pods and they are in a paper bag. We may receive a commission from sales referred by our links; however, we Hi Tony! If you plant seeds now, they will be ready to support monarchs until next season. For swamp, I just dig up extra plants from the garden and pot them in spring. Once the milkweed seeds have been stratified for at least 30 days, they are ready to be planted indoors in preparation for being planted outdoors once the weather is amenable. I am new to this. This year I fall planted 500 Swamp Milkweed seeds(I always have good luck with Swamp Milkweeds). the children will help compost the soil with ground maple leaves. When emerging milkweeds have three to four sets of leaves, thin seedlings to 6 inches apart. I want to be as successful as possible, so is there anything specific to my variety that I need to do? Here are some supplies and tools we find essential in our everyday work in the garden. Growing Milkweed From Seed: To start milkweed from seed, the easiest way is to emulate Mother Nature and plant them in the fall. The milkweed I have that is native to my area is asclepias tuberosa. Spring seed planting. have carefully selected these products for their usefulness and quality. I was thinking of swamp milkweed and/or tropical milkweed. All milkweed seeds need vernalization, which is a chilling period prior to germination. Yes, some milkweed will seed if you just let it fly, but you won’t know where it’s going to end up, and the germination rate will be much lower than if you actually plant it. I have used plastic containers to winter sow milkweed seeds with a lot of success. Place mix and seeds in a box, can, glass jar with perforated lid, plastic bag, or other container that provides aeration. Mark your seeds with sturdy plant labels. Perhaps this is why milkweeds in my little seaside community are decreasing? Thanks for such a great and informative website. Here is what we did last season: Tony, I will be planting milkweed seeds for the first time, and have swamp and tropical milkweed seeds. Hi Jeri, I prefer planting regular seeds because you can space them out. But I saved the seeds and we found more not far from us. Hi Sharen, if it works it’s not a mistake. Only one plant got one pod! I will be so excited to see them pop up in spring. Fall planting is a great way to get your perennial milkweed varieties started, since the seeds will need cold stratification…and Father Winter takes care of this naturally! However, if you’re not doing anything with the property, it can’t hurt to try. Chill in a refrigerator at least 30 days. If you plant seed balls, you’ll have to thin out seedlings or transplant in spring. Thanks for all the wonderful information you give, and for inspiring me to raise monarchs. Plant into containers, if desired, and place under a grow light inside about six weeks before soil temperatures outside have warmed. Who Knew! If it works, the milkweed will have a head start but not require separate handling. The children will also be making bird and butterfly houses to put in these gardens. Find seeds here if you still need to buy some. If not, search for specific milkweed pages on this site or consult with Mother Google. After clearly labeling the sealed bag as \"milkweed seeds\" and dating it, place it in a refrigerator for 10 to 12 weeks. Plant them 18 inches apart. In fall it’s best to sow native milkweed seeds, or at least varieties that can be grown perennially in your region.

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