Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed, Milkweed) Herbs The terrarium is pictured here

The terrarium is pictured here in the large size with a bird's nest fern

This petite but elegant floral arrangement blends prestige flowers with garden accents

creating a fun three dimensional look

Plants reach a height of 1'-2' feet with a spread of 1'-2' and prefer full sun to part shade

A basket of evergreens

Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed, Milkweed) Herbs The terrarium is pictured hereMore compact (1 to 3 feet tall, spread of 12 to 18 inches) variety of milkweed that is drought tolerant but slow to establish. Plant in full sun. Orange blooms appear in late spring through the summer and attract butterflies. Foliage is an important food source for Monarch caterpillars.