A vigorous clump-forming, insectivorous perennial, 40-60cm high. The pitchers are large, lime-green at the base of the tube, fading to white at the back of the hood with deep red veining; hood is dark burgundy red underneath. Large, pendent red flowers are produced on upright stems in the spring
0.5-1 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
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Grow under glass, keep moist in full light with shelter from hot sun. Use an acidic potting medium with moss. In winter, keep slightly drier, cool and well ventilated. Irrigate with lime-free water. They will generally lose some of their leaves over winter during a period of dormancy. Most Sarracenias can be grown outside in milder parts of the country, but care should be taken in colder conditions. Choose a position in full sun, sheltered from cold winds. See carnivorous plant cultivation
Propagate by division of established clumps, in spring before growth starts
No pruning required. Remove dead leaves as necessary
May be susceptible to scale insects, mealybugs, aphids and tortrix moth caterpillars
Generally disease-free