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6 Fresh Cuttings of White Giant Milkweed, Calotropis gigantea - Easy to Grow Monarch Host Plant for Butterfly Gardens

6 Fresh Cuttings of White Giant Milkweed, Calotropis gigantea - Easy to Grow Monarch Host Plant for Butterfly Gardens

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Bring a touch of the tropics to your garden with our White Giant Milkweed (Calotropis gigantea) cuttings. This stunning plant is not only visually appealing but also serves as a crucial host plant for monarch butterflies, making it a perfect addition to any pollinator-friendly garden. You will receive 6 fresh, unrooted cuttings, each measuring between 6–10 inches long, ready for you to cultivate and nurture.

  • Fast-growing perennial shrub, reaching heights of 8–12 feet in warm climates
  • Clusters of beautiful, waxy star-shaped flowers that attract butterflies and bees
  • Ideal host plant for monarch caterpillars
  • Drought-tolerant once established, perfect for xeriscapes
  • Requires full sun, making it suitable for tropical landscapes
  • Ships quickly and safely, usually same or next business day

Common Name: Giant Milkweed
Scientific Name: Calotropis gigantea
Sunlight: Full sun (once established)
Watering: Keep soil slightly moist; prefers dry to moderate moisture once established
Soil: Well-draining soil mix (cactus or succulent mix works well)
Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler zones)
Growth Habit: Fast-growing perennial shrub; can reach 8–12 feet tall in warm climates
Format: 6 fresh cuttings, unrooted, 6–10 inches long

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