About This WILDFLOWER- Milkweed is a beautiful wildflower that should not be eaten by people or pets but is a safe haven for Monarch butterflies and other local pollinators. POLLINATOR PLANT- Milkweed is a perennial, deciduous flower native to North America that thrives in growing zones 3-8. Milkweed is critically important to Monarch butterfly populations and is fantastic for local pollinators! EASY-TO-GROW- Ideal temperatures for germination are between 70°-80°F; expect seedlings to emerge in 7-10 days. Scatter seeds on prepared soil in full sun. Milkweed will reach maturity in the second year after planting and remains hardy to 0°F. DEER RESISTANT- Leaves of the Milkweed plant contain a substance that deer tend to avoid making it perfect to plant in unfenced areas. MULTIPLE HARVESTS- Milkweed will develop light-purple-colored sweet-smelling flowers in summer! Overview Indoor/Outdoor Usage : Outdoor Brand : Smoke Camp Crafts Material Feature : Heirloom Color : Purple Special Feature : Deer Resistant Expected Blooming Period : Summer Item Weight : 0.01 Pounds Sunlight Exposure : Full Sun Unit Count : 1.0 Count Expected Planting Period : Spring