Calotropis Gigantea Giant Milkweed Tree Plant Butterfly Garden Purple Flower

About the plant you will receive: One (1) well-rooted starter-size plant intended for a gardener to grow out to its finished, mature size. Grown in an approximately 4-inch diameter pot Plant may be shipped with or without a pot at our discretion. Plant will be a minimum of about 4 to 10 inches tall Will not have bloom or bud on arrival. Recommended for USDA Zones 10,11 *Guaranteed to Arrive Alive ( *Subject to Limitations and Conditions outlined below Some Additional Interesting Information About This Plant : Known Shipping Restrictions : None known Description: Calotropis gigantea (formerly Asclepias) or Giant Milkweed is native to Asia. It has become naturalized in many other locations, including Western, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Brazil and Australia. It’s natural habitat is usually along roadsides, and on previously developed lots and acreage. The plant is a fast growing, soft wooded, evergreen or semi-deciduous tree-like shrub with soft, large oval shaped gray green leaves with an odd heart shaped base and hairy underside. The trunk is covered with a thick, corky, white to gray, furrowed, gnarly bark and frequently grows at odd twisted angles as if pushed by the wind, or other unseen force. It will grow in a wide range of soil types, is very drought tolerant once well established and also tolerant of salt spray. Giant Milkweed is frequently found growing wild in dry coastal environments. It is a lowland plant that does not typically grow at elevations above about 1000 feet. The Giant Milkweed produces clusters of waxy, five petaled flowers in multi-toned purples, lavender and white. The flowers are frequently used for tassels and leis. The flowers attracts several species of butterflies, such Tiger Butterflies (Danaus chrysippus), Monarchs (Danaus plexippus), and others. Monarchs are believed to have the ability to utilize compounds from the flowers as a defense. A fibrous non edible fruit like seed pod follows the flower. *One (1) Mature, well rooted starter size plant *Growing in and and shipped in a 4 inch diameter plastic pot *Plants will generally average a minimum of 6 to 12 inches tall *Unlikely to have bloom or bud on arrival *Tropical recommended for USDA Zones 10 and 11 (Cold protection required in all zones) Fragrance : None Suggested Uses : Focal, accent, urban, butterfly garden, potted Special Features ; Butterflies, salt tolerant, long-lived bloom, gnarly trunk House Plant Adaptive : NO Limited Conditional Warranty: Healthy Arrival Extended Long-Term Warranty: None California Certified : Yes California Proposition 65 Warning: {{Prop 65}} This product is a live plant, so it has no inherent properties that are subject to California Proposition 65 Warning Label requirements. Emerald Goddess Gardens is exempt from this requirement under the Provisions. In an abundance of caution, any warning relevant to growing media and/or packaging is affixed to the product packaging when shipping to California. Product Safety :Keep plants out of reach from children and pets. And the boring but important need-to-know and other important stuff: Due to some eBay policy changes, we can no longer hold or delay shipping orders, and we cannot manually combine orders purchased separately or retroactively apply coupons or discounts after checkout. WHEN YOUR PLANT ARRIVES: Plants should be removed from the packaging the day they are delivered. The moisture gel used to keep the plant hydrated during transit should also be removed and discarded. We recommend repotting 4-inch starter plants into 6′ to 10″ diameter pots, allowing the root zone to mature and grow larger before setting them out into the landscape. Plants intended for habitat use should be thoroughly washed and quarantined for 14 to 30 days before introducing into the habitat. IMPORTANT SHIPPING NOTES : We strongly recommend adding a heat pack and upgrading shipping when plants must travel into or thru temps below 32*F (0*C). Selecting the upgrade option at checkout will include a heat pack if needed, or the option may be purchased separately at Item #364064105096. Please contact us if you need help to decide. We are happy to refund if you purchase a heat pack that isn’t necessary. Please note: WE DO NOT DROPSHIP. Reselling and ordering with a buyer’s shipping address violates eBay policy, misuses our licenses and certifications, and violates State and Federal Agricultural Regulations. We are required by law to report any suspicious activity of this nature to the Venues displaying the listings, Search Engines, and Agricultural Regulation Enforcement Authorities. *Limited Conditional Warranty: Plants are guaranteed to arrive at the address stated in the order in good and healthy condition and to be the species and cultivar described in the listing within recognized industry tolerances. No other additional or extended warranties or guarantees of fitness for any particular purpose, growth, and survival beyond healthy arrival are expressed or implied. *Warranty Limitations, Conditions, and Exclusions: Claims under this warranty must be received within 24 hours of delivery before plants are planted and accompanied by photos of the plant and packaging. Delivery to an incorrect or undeliverable address is excluded from this Warranty. Plants purchased for resale and/or drop shipped without our knowledge and permission are specifically excluded. Failure to provide timely notice or proceeding with planting before providing notice voids this Warranty. Remedy under this warranty is strictly limited to either replacement or refund of the purchase price at our discretion. A full-text detailed copy of our Warranty is included in the package and also available on request. Returns cannot be accepted due to Agricultural Regulations. Placement of the order constitutes acceptance of these terms. Plants sold by Emerald Goddess Gardens are intended for use as ornamental, decorative items only. Seller makes no representation as to the safety or suitability of this ornamental plant for any other use. Product Safety: This plant is intended for ornamental, decorative use only. Emerald Goddess Gardens tm does not recommend, endorse, or offer the product for any other intended use. Plant toxicity is complicated. As a general practice, ornamental plants should be kept out of the reach of pets and children. We recommend consulting qualified experts in Plant Toxicology for reliable information. Emerald Goddess Gardens(R) is a United States-based, fully licensed, certified commercial mail-order retail nursery. All plants are produced in the United States and shipped from within the United States. Emerald Goddess Gardens (R) is appropriately licensed and certified for all 50 states, including California & Hawaii. Shipping is limited to the United States. Buyers are responsible for abiding by all regulations local to their states, as we cannot restrict shipping by State. We do not ship outside the United States. The buyer is responsible for proper documentation for legal export by freight forwarders or other agents. Our licenses and certifications are not valid for reshipping or drop shipping. Reshipping of plants voids our Warranty. Please note that we offer online ordering only and are not open to the public. 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