COMMON MILKWEED. American Native Wildflower. Milkweed is the primary food plant of the monarch butterfly caterpillars. The monarch population has been decreasing by 50% a year for over ten years. The reason is not enough milkweed for the babies to eat. Once established this plant requires very little care. Drought and heat tolerant. One plant of Common Milkweed will form a large clump by its spreading rhizomes, which can be divided. This happens the second season and beyond. Not picky about soils. Tough perennial. Some can live 5+ years. Does well in containers. 50+ Quality seeds. Buy Seeds Online,Organic Seeds,Heirloom Seeds,Non-GMO Seeds,Vegetable Seeds,Flower Seeds,Herb Seeds,Fruit Seeds,Garden Seeds,Seed Starter Kits ,Rare Seeds,Bulk Seeds,Indoor Gardening Seeds,Seed Catalog,Seed Packs for Sale,Sustainable Seeds,Greenhouse Seeds,Seed Suppliers,Planting Seeds ,Home Garden Seeds