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Sarracenia × Catesbaei
Sarracenia × Catesbaei
Sarracenia × catesbaei
Sarracenia × Catesbaei
Sarracenia × Catesbaei
Sarracenia × catesbaei

Sarracenia × catesbaei

North American Pitcher Plant
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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 × catesbaei

This Sarracenia × catesbaei, originally from Nigel Hewitt-Cooper, is a selected form of the natural hybrid between Sarracenia flava and Sarracenia purpurea. This clone shows an influence from the flava parent, particularly in its height and more upright growth, while still retaining the thicker build typical of purpurea.

Pitchers are medium to tall in height, with a solid, slightly flared tube. The structure is firm, holding its shape well through the season. Compared to lower-growing forms of × catesbaei, this clone stands more upright, with a narrower base and a more defined neck leading into the mouth.

Colour is dominated by deep red tones. Mature pitchers often develop a near solid red across the tube and lid, with only faint veining visible beneath the surface. The throat area can appear slightly darker, forming a subtle central patch rather than a sharply defined marking.

The lid is broad and held forward, with a smooth to slightly undulating edge. It does not fully cover the opening, allowing water to collect inside the trap, a clear trait inherited from purpurea. The rim is thick and rounded, often matching the deep red of the rest of the pitcher.

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia × catesbaei 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 × Catesbaei

Basic Sarracenia Care

Sarracenia × catesbaei 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

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.

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