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Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna'
Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna'
Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna'
Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna'
Sarracenia × Moorei Joanna
Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna'
Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna'
Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna'
Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna'
Sarracenia × Moorei Joanna

Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna'

North American Pitcher Plant
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£11.99 - £11.99
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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 × moorei 'Joanna'

Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna' is a beautiful Sarracenia hybrid combining Sarracenia flava var. rugelii with Sarracenia leucophylla to make a . Created by Andy Bullock in 2005, this Sarracenia × moorei is recorded in Mike King's collection as H169 MK.

'Joanna' produces tall, upright pitchers that show an excellent balance of characteristics from both parents. The lower tube begins predominantly yellow-green, but is covered with an increasingly dense network of red to burgundy veins towards the upper pitcher. Pale cream and white areas become much more prominent around the mouth and hood, reflecting the strong Sarracenia leucophylla influence.

The real highlight is the dramatic upper section of each pitcher. The large, upright hood develops a dense network of dark burgundy-red veins surrounding numerous contrasting white windows. As the season progresses and the pitchers colour under strong light, the throat becomes heavily suffused with deep red. A particularly prominent dark throat splotch sits beneath the hood and can spread across much of the neck, producing an intense block of colour above the paler pitcher tube.

The lip also develops a rich red to burgundy colour, neatly framing the pitcher opening and tying together the markings of the tube, throat and hood. Mature pitchers can become particularly impressive when viewed in strong sunlight, which brings out the contrast between the pale windows and dark pigmentation.

Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna' is a superb collector's plant with strong growth and exceptionally attractive pitchers. Its combination of flava-influenced stature, heavily patterned leucophylla-style hood and distinctive dark throat makes this Andy Bullock creation immediately recognisable when at its best.

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna' 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 × moorei 'Joanna'

Basic Sarracenia Care

Sarracenia × moorei 'Joanna' 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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