The Power of Planting by Seed

Butterfly Weed Invites a Symphony of Pollinators

There’s something deeply rewarding about planting a seed and watching it grow—not just for the beauty it brings, but for the life it supports. One remarkable example is Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa), a native perennial that, when planted from seed, becomes a magnet for pollinators and a cornerstone of ecological gardening.

Butterfly Weed Planted From Seed

Why Plant by Seed?

• Low-cost, high-impact
• Stronger root systems
• More flowers, more pollinators
• Natural resilience & beauty

Seeded gardens grow more than plants. They grow life. Start with a seed—watch what follows.

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