Welcome to Asclepias Acres
Asclepias Acres is a native Florida plant sanctuary dedicated to restoring ecological balance through the power of native plants. Specializing in Central Eastern Florida ecotypes, we offer high-quality, affordable milkweed and other native species that support pollinators—especially monarch butterflies—and strengthen local biodiversity.
Located on 5.5 acres of protected pollinator habitat, our sanctuary is proudly recognized as a Certified Wildlife Habitat and honored by multiple organizations for our conservation efforts. We are members of the Florida Association of Native Nurseries (FANN), the Florida Native Plant Society, the Florida Wildflower Foundation, and the National Wildlife Federation. We've also been recognized by the Pawpaw Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society, the New Smyrna Beach Garden Club as a certified butterfly habitat, and the National Audubon Society for providing essential food and shelter for birds.
Our mission is simple: to inspire, educate, and empower our community to choose native over invasive—one plant at a time.
Meet Monty the Monarch
Monty is a quirky, quick-tempered butterfly with a big heart for the natural world. Fiercely protective of his home, his fiery outbursts are fueled by habitat loss and human disruption. Grumpy but wise, Monty channels his frustration into fierce advocacy, reminding us that anger often comes from love. He’s not just a butterfly—he’s nature’s unapologetic voice, calling for balance, preservation, and respect.
This year we partnered with a few organizations, creating beautiful panels for our sanctuary.
(This one was painted by the wonderful members of the Florida Native Plant Society Pawpaw Chapter FNPS.)
(This beautiful panel was painted by the kids at STEM Station Learning Center, in Oak Hill, FL.)
(Our 3rd piece of the community mural is from Upward Trend Academy in NSB.)
(This Gorgeous Butterfly Painting was done by the ladies from the New Smyrna Beach Garden Club.)
