Sarracenia - Pitcher plant

Our range of Sarracenia. These captivating carnivorous plants include species such as the Sarracenia purpurea, with its compact purple urns, and the majestic Sarracenia flava ornata 'Super Ornata', displaying yellow leaves veined with red. 'Tygo' is a cultivar of considerable height, with a lovely variegated colour, hardy, suitable for outdoor cultivation. The Sarracenia leucophylla charms with its speckled white patterns and remarkable flowering. These bog plants are famous for their tube-shaped leaves, capable of capturing insects for nourishment.

The Sarracenia thrive in acidic soils, low in nutrients and consistently moist. They require full sun exposure to flourish and attract insects. It is recommended to water only with rainwater or demineralised water, as they do not tolerate limestone. During winter, they enter dormancy. Watering should be reduced and the roots protected from frost.

To learn more, also read our feature "Everything to know about growing carnivorous plants"