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Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina)
Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina)
Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina)
Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina)
Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina)

Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina)

North American Pitcher Plant
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£149.99 - £149.99
£149.99
£149.99 - £149.99
£149.99
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 flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina)

Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' is a stunning Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea from North Carolina’s Green Swamp. It has the classic traits of the red-pitchered flava types found along the east coast, growing tall, elegant traps after its spring flowers, but it's better than virtually all of them (our opinion)!

In good light, the pitchers turn a deep red, even red all over, while the inside stays bright yellow at first, with bold red veins. There’s a thick red stripe down the front, and the veins spread up into the hood. By summer, the yellow parts start blushing red too. Even its non-carnivorous winter leaves (phyllodia) catch a reddish tint in strong sun.

This one’s a steady grower, splitting at the rhizome to form strong clumps with multiple pitchers. If you like Sarracenia flava with stand-out colour, ‘Waccamaw’ is THE pick, true to its wild roots but easy in cultivation.

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina) 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 flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina)

Basic Sarracenia Care

Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' (Green Swamp, North Carolina) 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

Is Sarracenia flava 'Waccamaw' a wild-discovered plant?

Yes, Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea 'Waccamaw' was discovered amongst vegetative material imported to New Zealand from the Green Swamp region of North Carolina.

What makes sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea different to other sarracenia flava varieties?

Sarracenia flava var. atropurpurea differs from other Sarracenia flava varieties by its striking, deep red-to-maroon pigmentation that covers the entire pitcher tube, throat, and lid when grown in full sun.

How tall do Sarracenia flava get?

Sarracenia flava typically grows 45cm to 90cm feet tall. This varies dependant on the specific plant, growing conditions and seasonal variations.

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.

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