Sarracenia Purpurea subsp. Venosa 'Red', Pitcher Plant

Sarracenia Purpurea subsp. Venosa 'Red', Pitcher Plant

Ships in pot. Pot size 2".

You will receive a plant very similar to the one pictured.
All our Sarracenia are grown in our outdoors nursery so they may have minor blemishes.
When receiving a plant, be sure to fill all adult, opened pitchers with distilled water.

Sarracenia Purpurea Venosa 'Red' premium selection of the northern pitcher plant, prized for its intense burgundy and dark crimson coloration. Under direct sunlight, this compact cultivar transforms completely into a rich wine-red color. Forms low-growing rosettes of short, plump, velvety pitchers with open hoods designed to collect rainwater. Ideal for sunny windowsills and outdoor bog gardens.

Sarracenia Purpurea Venosa 'Red' Care Guide: 

Hardiness zone (USDA zone): 4-9
Light: Full sun (6-8 hours daily) or a powerful high-output LED grow light is mandatory. Without intense light, this cultivar will lose its deep red pigmentation and turn green.
Watering: Use strictly distilled, rain, or RO water via the tray method. If grown indoors, manually fill the open pitchers halfway with pure water.
Temperature: Summer temperatures can range from 70°F to 95°F+. Requires a strict winter dormancy period of 3-4 months between 32°F and 45°F with significantly reduced watering.
Humidity: 50–70% with good air circulation to prevent mold, but avoid direct misting.
Soil: Nutrient-poor, acidic substrate (pH 3-5) consisting of 2 parts pure peat moss to 1 part perlite or quartz sand.
Fertilizer: None. Standard potting soils or chemical fertilizers contain minerals that will instantly destroy the root system.

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