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Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) MS-H404
Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) MS-H404
Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) MS-H404
Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) MS-H404
Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) MS-H404
Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) MS-H404
Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) MS-H404
Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) MS-H404

Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) J01 H404 MS

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 × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) J01 H404 MS

Sarracenia × moorei H404 (Pensacola Field, Florida) is a seed-grown selected Sarracenia × moorei by Matt Soper, and it's a beauty! Grown from seed from the Gulf Coast in Florida from wild populations where Sarracenia flava and Sarracenia leucophylla naturally hybridise. Selected for size and overall appearance, H404 is referred to as a Pensacola fields select giant.

Pitchers are tall and slender, with a long, tapering tube that maintains a clean, upright habit. The structure is strongly influenced by flava, giving the plant height and a narrow base, while the upper section shows clear leucophylla traits. Mature traps can reach notable size, standing well above surrounding plants.

Colouration is relatively restrained in the tube, which remains a clear green with fine, pale veining. The upper section and lid develop a lighter tone, often approaching a soft white or pale green depending on light levels. This creates a clean transition from base to top without heavy pigmentation across the body.

The throat patch is the main area of contrast. It forms a strong vertical red marking beneath the lid, sometimes appearing as a concentrated splash that runs down into the tube. The lid itself is broad and slightly ruffled, held open to expose the throat and upper pitcher.

Growth can be slower than some moorei, but it's worth the wait!

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) J01 H404 MS 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 (Pensacola Field, Florida) MS-H404

Basic Sarracenia Care

Sarracenia × moorei (Pensacola Field, Florida) J01 H404 MS 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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