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Next carnivorous plant dispatch date: 28th October
Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle'
Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle'
Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle'
Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle'
Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle'
Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle'

Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle'

North American Pitcher Plant
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£109.99 - £109.99
£109.99
£109.99 - £109.99
£109.99
Supplied in a 9cm Pot

You’ll receive one established division growing in a 9cm pot with soil perfect for Sarracenia. Plant size and seasonal appearance will vary; photos show our mother plants.

Seasonal Information

30.07.26 - Many Sarracenia species and hybrids are starting to lose their early pitchers, which may now be removed before shipping

Delivery Information

Delivery from £4.99 (mainland UK). We aim to dispatch orders within 2 working days.

Description of Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle'

Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle' is a hybrid between 'Rita Soper' and the well-known × moorei 'Leah Wilkerson'. It was created by Matt Soper of Hampshire Carnivorous Plants and named after British carnivorous plant grower Alan Hindle. Its parentage brings together several Sarracenia species, but the strong Sarracenia leucophylla influence is immediately apparent in the mature pitchers.

The pitchers are tall and slender, starting green to yellow-green at the base before developing much heavier patterning towards the top. Fine red veins run vertically along the lower tube and become increasingly dense as they approach the mouth. Pale areoles begin to appear through the upper pitcher, creating a gradual transition into the much whiter lid.

The large, floppy lid is the main feature of 'Alan Hindle'. It becomes heavily infused with white, particularly on mature pitchers, with a fine network of red to burgundy veins running across the surface. The margins are gently waved and often develop a pink or red edge. Some pitchers become so heavily white-topped that only the main veins interrupt the pale background.

Colour around the mouth varies as the traps mature. The upper tube can develop pink and burgundy tones between the pale areoles, while the inside carries stronger red veining. The lip itself remains relatively pale.

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle' mother plants. Divisions are taken from the mother plants and are planted into 9cm pots to be sold. Division sizes can vary greatly and will always be sent largest first. If you'd like to know the size of a plant before ordering, please feel free to contact us.

Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle'

Basic Sarracenia Care

Sarracenia 'Alan Hindle' is easy to care for, given the correct conditions. An unheated greenhouse is an ideal location. Here are the 3 golden rules for healthy Sarracenia pitcher plants.

  1. Provide as much sun as possible.
  2. Keep their pots sat in 1-2cm of rainwater.
  3. Use acidic soil. A 1:1 peat moss & perlite mix is typical.

Take a look at our full, in-depth guide for more information.

Full Care Guide

FAQs

Who is the sarracenia grower Alan Hindle?

Alan Hindle is an early, highly influential British carnivorous plant grower and breeder best known for creating Sarracenia 'Judith Hindle', widely regarded as one of the finest and most popular pitcher plant hybrids ever produced.

Can I grow Sarracenia outdoors in the UK?

Yes, most Sarracenia species are fully frost-tolerant and can live outside all year round in UK gardens, bog gardens, or patio pots. Species such as leucophylla and psittacina can be more sensitive and usually fare better in an unheated greenhouse.

How do I water Sarracenia?
  • March–October: Stand the plant pot in a saucer or tray containing 1 to 3 cm of rainwater (or more when the weather's really warm). The soil should never be allowed to dry out.
  • November–February: Keep the soil just damp, reducing the standing water significantly while they rest.
Can I use tapwater for Sarracenia?

No, unless you live in a very soft water area (<50ppm) do not use tapwater. Regular tap water contains minerals, lime, and chlorine that burn and kill the roots over time.
Always use collected rainwater, distilled water, or reverse-osmosis (RO) water.

Do Sarracenia need winter dormancy?

Yes, Sarracenia need a cold winter rest period (roughly from Halloween to Valentine's Day) with lower temperatures (unheated greenhouses, cold frames, or bright sheds). Their old pitchers will turn brown and die back; this is completely natural. Trim away dead growth in late winter to prevent mould (botrytis).

Read more here: How to Keep Your Sarracenia Healthy Through Winter Dormancy

What kind of soil should I use for Sarracenia?

Use a specialist peat-free or low-nutrient carnivorous plant compost, typically mixed with perlite or equivalent for drainage. Never use standard multi-purpose garden compost, which contains too many nutrients.

Read more here: Sarracenia Soil Mix Guide: Simple Pitcher Plant Soil for Beginners

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