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Next carnivorous plant dispatch date: 28th October
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'
Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'

Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve'

North American Pitcher Plant
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£299.99 - £299.99
£299.99
£299.99 - £299.99
£299.99
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 'Wizard's Sleeve'

Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve' is a cultivar selected by Jerry Addington of Courting Frogs Nursery in the USA. It is best known for its unusual pitcher shape, combining strong height with a dramatically elongated and twisted lid.

Pitchers are tall and upright, with a smooth green tube that remains relatively uncluttered by heavy pigmentation. Fine veining is present throughout the upper section, becoming more visible towards the throat and lid. The mouth is broad and open, giving the upper pitcher a spacious appearance that contrasts with the narrow, elegant tube below.

The most recognisable feature is the lid. Rather than lying flat or arching gently forward, it extends outward into a long, flowing structure that often twists and curls at the tip. Mature pitchers can develop pronounced waves and folds along the lid margins, creating a shape that is rarely seen in other Sarracenia cultivars. This unusual form resembles a flowing sleeve from a wizard's gown, giving rise to the cultivar name.

Colouration changes through the season. Fresh growth often emerges pale green with light veining, while mature pitchers develop darker tones around the throat, lip, and lid. In strong light, the upper portion can take on shades of burgundy, purple, and deep red, contrasting with the greener lower tube.

Growth is vigorous, with the plant producing large pitchers that hold their shape well.

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve' 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 'Wizard's Sleeve'

Basic Sarracenia Care

Sarracenia 'Wizard's Sleeve' 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

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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