@bardejov You won't need many. When the flowers go to seeds, it is like a dandylion and they easily blow in the breeze. I find them in other areas of the yard, but tend to leave them. Also, once they flower, cut the stakls way back to get new growth. Butterflies love them. So do aphids!
Are there different types of milkweed? I don't think I have ever seen thee red buds on the ones grown in the north. I don't know if I have missed seeing them at that stage. Does this variety(?) develop to have the green teardrop shaped pods?
@skipt07 Hmmm...I don't know the different varieties. Yes, it has a green tear shaped pod. I will probably post a photo of the flower tomorrow. This stage is quite brief.
March 15th, 2013
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Thanks for your nice comments. I love these buds. It seems they bloom quickly, which is why I chose the buds on this day, rather than the flowers.