(25 seeds minimum per packet) A neat and compact form of S. swaniana (S. purpurea x S minor) with reddish tinged pitchers which darken with age to a lovely glowing burgundy red. The pitchers a short and fat with a curving habit. The inside of the lids are green and veined heavily. Height 20-30cm (8-12") Like all Sarracenias they need to stand in 2.5cm (1") of soft (rain) water in acidic nutrient-less soil in full sun for good growth. They are efficient fly and wasp catchers both indoors and out. Good as container plants. Good as container plants - stand in rain water spring to autumn, keep just damp in winter. Needs a cold winter dormancy. Excellent plants for fly catching on a sunny window sill.
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Common NamePitcher Plant
Approx Height (10 yrs.)15-30 cm (6-12")
Soil TypePeat
Soil pHAcid
AspectSun
HardinessHardy may need protection
Flowering TimeSpring
Plant TypeCarnivorous Plants