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Sarracenia Hybrids

A hybrid is a plant whose parentage contains more than one species. This could be a simple, naturally occurring hybrid such as Sarracenia × moorei, a cross between Sarracenia flava and Sarracenia leucophylla. Or, it could be a more complex mix of selectively bred genes to create a stunning Sarracenia cultivar (cultivated variety).

Sarracenia 'Arthur Wheeler'

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Sarracenia 'Arthur Wheeler' is a spectacular carnivorous pitcher plant hybrid bred by Gary Wheeler and named after his father. This striking cultiv...

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Sarracenia 'Adesugata'

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Sarracenia 'Adesugata' is a complex hybrid pitcher plant. Its name is Japanese for 'elegant', a direct reference to its graceful form. The plant's ...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Vintner's Treasure'

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Vintner's Treasure' is a vigorous hybrid pitcher plant, bred from Sarracenia leucophylla and Sarracenia flava var. ornata. Mat...

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Sarracenia × moorei H404 (Pensacola Field, Florida)

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Sarracenia × moorei H404 (Pensacola Field, Florida) is a seed-grown selected Sarracenia × moorei by Matt Soper, and it's a beauty! Grown from seed ...

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Sarracenia × moorei - Leah Wilkerson F2 (Laurent)

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Leah Wilkerson F2' (Laurent) is a selfed form of the well-known Sarracenia × moorei 'Leah Wilkerson'. This clone, selected by ...

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Sarracenia × excellens 'Hummer's Excellens'

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Sarracenia × catesbaei 'Bengal Tiger'

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Sarracenia × catesbaei 'Bengal Tiger' is a specific clone of the Catesby's pitcher plant hybrid. Its parentage is Sarracenia purpurea venosa var. b...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Joker'

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Sarracenia ‘Joker’ is a striking Sarracenia hybrid plant bred by Gary Alcock from seed in 2012, with a lineage of [(Sarracenia leucophylla X Sarrac...

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Sarracenia 'Hugh Jampton'

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Sarracenia 'Hugh Jampton' is a striking Sarracenia hybrid, beloved for its vibrant colours and elegant form. It originated as a selected seed-grown...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Atlas 5'

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Sarracenia 'Atlas 5' was created when Mike King crossed Sarracenia × moorei 'Leah Wilkerson' with Sarracenia × moorei 'Adrian Slack' in 2007. So, t...

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Sarracenia 'La Bête'

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A true monster from the carnivorous plant nursery of Philippe and Hélène Depiets in France - Sarracenia 'La Bête'. In English, this is 'The Beast'!...

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Sarracenia 'Kagaribi'

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Sarracenia 'Kagaribi' is a Japanese Sarracenia cultivar named after the word for bonfire, a fitting reference to its vivid red, fire-like colourati...

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Sarracenia 'True Blood'

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Sarracenia 'True Blood' is an original hybrid from Adrian Slack. Its parentage is complex but shows influence from Sarracenia flava, Sarracenia pur...

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Sarracenia 'Troll'

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Sarracenia 'Troll' is a striking cultivar with robust, upright pitchers that superficially resemble Sarracenia flava, but with a much heavier build...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Royal Ruby'

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Sarracenia 'Royal Ruby' is a striking natural hybrid of Sarracenia × moorei (Sarracenia flava X Sarracenia leucophylla), originally discovered in n...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Elizabeth'

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This is one really elegant Sarracenia × moorei and a favourite in the collection! As a × moorei this plant is a cross between Sarracenia flava and ...

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Sarracenia 'Dana's Delight'

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From the 1990's came a beautiful Sarracenia leucophylla hybrid (Sarracenia leucophylla x Sarracenia x willisii) created by Mark Edwards of New Zeal...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Leah Wilkerson' X × moorei 'Adrian Slack' - Laurens Eggen B Clone

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Leah Wilkerson' X × moorei 'Adrian Slack' - Laurens Eggen B Clone

Sarracenia × formosa MK-H49E

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Sarracenia × exornata 'Peaches and Cream'

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Here's a deservedly famous cultivar of Sarracenia × exornata that we believe is essential for any Sarracenia collection! You may come across this p...

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Sarracenia 'ISE Rose' LR03

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Sarracenia 'Ann Mundy'

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Sarracenia × moorei 'John David King'

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Elizabeth Aydon'

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FAQs

Do Sarracenia need winter dormancy in the UK?

Yes. Sarracenia are temperate carnivorous plants and naturally go dormant in winter. In the UK, dormancy usually happens outdoors without intervention as days shorten and temperatures drop. During dormancy, growth slows or stops, and older pitchers may brown off; that’s normal. Keep the plant outside in a bright, airy spot, keep the compost damp (not waterlogged), and avoid keeping it warm indoors over winter. Dormancy is important for long-term health and strong growth in spring.

What compost/soil should I use for Sarracenia?

Use a low-nutrient carnivorous plant mix such as peat and perlite, or peat and silica sand (not builders’ sand). Avoid multi-purpose compost, garden soil, and anything with fertiliser added; these can burn the roots. If you prefer peat-free options, choose a carnivorous-plant-safe mix specifically formulated for these plants. Repotting into a fresh mix every few years helps keep plants vigorous.

Do Sarracenia need full sun?

Full sun is ideal. In a bright greenhouse or outdoors in a sunny position, you’ll get better colour, sturdier pitchers, and stronger growth. A little light shade is usually fine, but too much shade often causes weaker, greener growth and fewer pitchers. If you’re growing on a balcony, patio, or in a bog planter, choose the brightest spot you have.

Do I need to use rainwater for Sarracenia?

Rainwater is strongly recommended. Like most carnivorous plants, Sarracenia dislike minerals and salts that can build up in compost over time. Use rainwater, distilled water, or reverse-osmosis (RO) water whenever possible. If you’re stuck, some UK tap water is low enough in dissolved minerals to use occasionally, but long-term it can lead to leaf tip burn, slow growth, and a gradual decline. When in doubt, rainwater is safest.

Can Sarracenia live outside all year in the UK?

In most of the UK, yes, Sarracenia are generally well-suited to outdoor growing. They can handle typical UK winter conditions while dormant. An unheated greenhouse will provide your plants with a longer growing season, though. Species such as Sarracenia leucophylla and Sarracenia psittacina often perform better in a greenhouse.