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Sarracenia Giant Cotton
Sarracenia Giant Cotton
Sarracenia Giant Cotton
Sarracenia 'Giant Cotton'
Sarracenia 'Giant Cotton'
Sarracenia Giant Cotton
Sarracenia Giant Cotton
Sarracenia Giant Cotton
Sarracenia 'Giant Cotton'
Sarracenia 'Giant Cotton'

Sarracenia 'Giant Cotton'

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 'Giant Cotton'

Although it has the appearance of a robust Sarracenia leucophylla, Sarracenia 'Giant Cotton' is actually a striking hybrid between Sarracenia leucophylla 'Cronus' and a red Sarracenia × moorei. The cultivar was grown from seeds obtained from French grower Cédric Azais in 2011 and later selected by Oliver Bres in 2016 for its exceptional characteristics.

This vigorous plant produces two distinct types of pitchers depending on the season. In spring, the pitchers reach up to 70 cm in height, displaying subtle red pigmentation at their tops. By contrast, the autumn pitchers are towering, reaching an impressive 90 cm, with a brilliant white colouration and remarkable structural strength. The hood remains relatively narrow compared to the plant’s overall size. The dramatic differences between the spring and autumn forms are so pronounced that they could easily be mistaken for different plants. Fast-growing and visually captivating, 'Giant Cotton' was named for its towering autumn pitchers and their striking cotton-white appearance, making it a standout in any Sarracenia plant collection.

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia 'Giant Cotton' 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 Giant Cotton

Basic Sarracenia Care

Sarracenia 'Giant Cotton' 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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