Asclepias Hello Yellow

Asclepias ‘Hello Yellow’ is a bright, cheerful variety of Butterfly Weed known for its clusters of vibrant golden-yellow flowers that bloom throughout summer. Its bold blooms stand out beautifully against narrow green foliage, adding long-lasting color and texture to sunny garden beds, borders, and pollinator plantings. This native perennial is especially valued for attracting butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators, including monarch butterflies, which rely on asclepias as a host plant.

With its upright growth habit and exceptional drought tolerance once established, ‘Hello Yellow’ is an excellent choice for naturalized landscapes, cottage gardens, and low-maintenance plantings. Its long bloom season and pollinator-friendly nature make it both visually striking and environmentally beneficial.

Maintenance: Plant in full sun with well-drained soil and avoid overly wet conditions, especially during winter. Water regularly during the first 1–2 weeks after planting to establish roots, then reduce watering as plants become drought tolerant once established. Avoid disturbing mature plants, as butterfly weed develops a deep taproot. Leave stems standing through fall and winter if desired to provide habitat value, then cut back in early spring before new growth emerges.