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Sarracenia flava var. ornata (Miramar Beach, Walton County, Florida)

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A nice example of a Sarracenia flava var. ornata from Florida. As per the varietal name 'ornata', this Sarracenia flava displays ornata red veins t...

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Sarracenia alata var. alata (Jackson County, Florida)

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JS-A26

Sarracenia flava var. rugelii (Milton County, Florida) PJP-F RUG 01

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Originally from the national collection of Paul & Jackie Gardner of P&J Plants (F RUG 01) this is a fantastic cut-throat Sarracenia flava! ...

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Sarracenia flava var. rubricorpora (Blackwater, Florida X Wewahitchka, Florida)

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A cross of Sarracenia flava plants from two different sites in Florida: Blackwater and Wewahitchka. The seeds that produced this clone were origina...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Leah Wilkerson'

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Sarracenia 'Leah Wilkerson' is a naturally occurring hybrid that was found in a bog on private property in Walton County, Florida. This Sarracenia ...

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Sarracenia × moorei (flava var. rugelli X leucophylla) (Florida) MK-H34

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A nice-sized, attractive Sarracenia × moorei showing characteristics of both parents. The flower is a beautiful two-toned colour, taking more influ...

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Sarracenia × moorei - F2 (Pensacola Field, Florida) MK-H71O

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MK-H71O, JS-H84

Sarracenia flava var. cuprea (Miramar Beach, Walton County, Florida)

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Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. burkii (Bay County, North Florida)

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This Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. burkii (Sarracenia rosea) from Bay County, North Florida, is a large-growing Gulf Coast form with a cle...

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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 leucophylla - Green & White (Milton County, Florida) MS-SL127

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Sarracenia leucophylla - Green & White (Milton County, Florida) MS-SL127

Sarracenia flava var. ornata - Maroon Throat (Apalachicola National Forest, Florida) MK-F88

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Arguably one of the best Sarracenia flava var. ornata available. This is a sturdy, vigorous Sarracenia flava with strong colouration making it a st...

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. leucophylla - Purple & White Giant (Rt71, Altha, Calhoun County, Florida)

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. leucophylla - Purple & White Giant (Rt71, Altha, Calhoun County, Florida)

Sarracenia × moorei 'Santa Rosa Big Mouth' (Santa Rosa County, Florida)

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Santa Rosa Big Mouth' from Santa Rosa County, Florida, is a tall plant with pitchers that often reach 70 to 80 cm. The name fi...

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Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. burkii ‘Chipola Giant’ Dr. Eberhard König (Chipola River, Florida) MK-PV55

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One of the giants! The 'Chipola Giant' Sarracenia purpurea subsp venosa var. burkii (or Sarracenia rosea if you prefer) clones are real show-stoppe...

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Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. burkii 'Chipola Giant' (Chipola River, Florida)

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Sarracenia purpurea 'Chipola Giant' is a name given to a few clones of giant Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. burkii (Sarracenia rosea) origi...

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Sarracenia psittacina var. okefenokeensis f. luteoviridis (Sandy Creek Road, Bay County, Florida)

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Sarracenia psittacina var. okefenokeensis f. luteoviridis (Sandy Creek Road, Bay County, Florida)

Sarracenia flava var. rugelii (Blackwater National Park, Florida)

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Sarracenia flava var. rugelii (Blackwater National Park, Florida)

Sarracenia flava var. rugelii (Milton County, Florida) MK-F53

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Sarracenia flava var. rugelii (Milton County, Florida) MK-F53

Sarracenia flava var. ornata 'Outlaw' (Bay County, Florida)

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Sarracenia flava var. ornata 'Outlaw' is a distinct clone from a specific, threatened locality in western Bay County, Florida. Its origin separates...

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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.