{"product_id":"seed-needs-milkweed-seeds-5-pack-for-monarch-butterfly-gardens","title":"Seed Needs Milkweed Seeds — 5-Pack for Monarch Butterfly Gardens","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrow a butterfly-friendly corner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Seed Needs Milkweed Seeds Collection offers a thoughtfully chosen 5-pack designed to support pollinators and monarch butterflies. Each variety brings its own color and texture to the garden while providing essential nectar and larval forage. Expect a gentle, natural fragrance from blooming stalks and a satisfying sense of stewardship as you nurture plants that may invite more bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to visit your outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this collection matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePollinator attraction: Milkweed flowers provide sweet nectar that can entice a range of pollinators, including monarchs, bees, and hummingbirds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEcological importance: Milkweed serves as both nectar source and caterpillar food, contributing to biodiversity and the monarch life cycle in many landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFive distinct varieties: Showy Milkweed, Pink Swamp Milkweed, White Swamp Milkweed, Orange Butterfly Milkweed, and Common Milkweed are bundled together for seasonal color and habitat variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuality and freshness: Seeds are prepared for the current growing season and the next, stored in a climate-controlled facility to minimize moisture exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStorage and sharing: Generous quantities make it easy to plant multiple areas or share with friends and family for wider impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShowy Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias speciosa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePink Swamp Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias incarnata)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhite Swamp Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias incarnata)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrange Butterfly Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias tuberosa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommon Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias syriaca)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackaging, freshness, and guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach seed packet is designed with artful variety illustrations and sowing information on the reverse. Packets measure 3.25 inches wide by 4.50 inches tall, and seeds are packaged in tear- and moisture-resistant material to help keep them fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination timing can vary, but when sowing is done correctly, you may begin to see growth in a relatively short period. The collection emphasizes open-pollinated and heirloom varieties, with GMO seeds not knowingly supplied, supporting a traditional, garden-friendly seed portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the planting guidance on the packets, Seed Needs emphasizes freshness by maintaining seeds in controlled conditions. The result is a reliable starting point for a butterfly-friendly garden that may bloom across the season and provide enduring habitat for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting tips and practical use cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for border plantings, pollinator beds, and monarch-friendly habitats in home gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlant in multiple spots to create a nectar corridor that spans spring to late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with other nectar plants to attract a diversity of pollinators and support beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, this collection aims to offer an easy entry point to a butterfly-friendly garden, with a balance of color, ecological value, and practical seed handling. Consider it a flexible starting point for a seasonal display that also supports pollinator health and biodiversity, without guaranteeing outcomes but with the potential to enhance your outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is included in the Seed Needs Milkweed Seeds collection?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Five seed packets—Showy, Pink Swamp, White Swamp, Orange Butterfly, and Common Milkweed—each with sowing guidance and illustrated packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Why choose Seed Needs for milkweed seeds?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Fresh, mostly open-pollinated seeds stored in a moisture-controlled facility; no GMO seeds; packaging is tear- and moisture-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Seed Needs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45740493603002,"sku":"B018C1OO28","price":44.96,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/seed-needs-milkweed-seeds-showy-packet-art.jpg?v=1774786715","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/seed-needs-milkweed-seeds-5-pack-for-monarch-butterfly-gardens","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}