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Sarracenia minor var. okefenokeensis (Okefenokee Swamp, Charlton County, Georgia)

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Sarracenia minor var. okefenokeensis is the giant variant of the species. The pitchers of this plant can grow up to a metre tall! Typical of Sarrac...

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Sarracenia flava var. rugelii - Very Tall

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This is one tall Sarracenia flava var. rugelii! Given time, this plant can reach up to 36" tall making it a very impressive Sarracenia for any coll...

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Sarracenia purpurea subsp. purpurea (Near Durham, Grey County, Ontario, Canada)

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Sarracenia purpurea subsp. purpurea (Near Durham, Grey County, Ontario, Canada)

Sarracenia 'Mr Purple Haze'

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Sarracenia 'Mr Purple Haze' is a stunning purple (as you'd expect!) Sarracenia hybrid created by well-known Sarracenia growing Roy Cheek in the 199...

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Sarracenia psittacina var. psittacina (George County, Alabama)

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Sarracenia psittacina var. psittacina (George County, Alabama)

Sarracenia purpurea subsp. purpurea var. riplicola (Bruce Peninsula, Ontario, Canada) MK-PP14

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Sarracenia purpurea subsp. purpurea var. riplicola (Bruce Peninsula, Ontario, Canada) MK-PP14

Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa 'Gigantea'

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Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa ‘Gigantea’ is a selected form of Sarracenia purpurea distributed through Triffid Nurseries. It represents a large...

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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 alata var. nigropurpurea - Black Tube (Intersection SR 26/15 Stone County, Mississippi) MK-A58

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This clone of S. alata var. nigropurpurea is known for its distinct black-coloured tubes, with genetics from a site at the intersection of state ro...

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba - Christian Klein

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba - Christian Klein

Sarracenia alata var. rubrioperculata - Red Lid (De Soto National Forest, Mississippi) MK-A3

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Sarracenia 'Alucard'

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Sarracenia ‘Alucard’ is a fascinating and mysterious carnivorous plant that is sure to capture anybody's attention. This complex hybrid of Sarracen...

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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 × 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 'Asbo'

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This is one wild Sarracenia! With its large, skewiff mouth and flared hood Sarracenia 'Asbo' is sure to stand out in any collection. In the UK, ASB...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Leelou's'

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Sarracenia 'Leelou's' is a cultivated hybrid between Sarracenia × moorei 'Wilkerson's White Knight' and Sarracenia × moorei 'Wilkerson’s Red'. The ...

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' (Baldwin County, Alabama) MK-L58B

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The 'Hurricane Creek' cultivar name can be applied to Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba clones, or their seeds, that were found at the Hurricane Cre...

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Sarracenia 'Tapestry'

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Sarracenia 'Tapestry' is a striking hybrid, derived from Sarracenia oreophila, Sarracenia purpurea, and Sarracenia leucophylla. Named for its vivid...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Wilkerson's White Knight'

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Sarracenia 'Taiappu'

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Welsh Dragon'

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Sarracenia 'Sky Watcher'

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Sarracenia 'Sky Watcher' is a selected clone believed to originate from the complex hybrid Sarracenia umlauftiana. Its parentage combines S. courti...

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Sarracenia × moorei 'Timothy King'

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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.