Sarracenia leucophylla x rubra

SKU:
12142-ME
$34.95
(13 reviews)
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This plant is simply Christmas in July! Intricate, dark-red veins of the S. rubra imposed on the color and height of S. leucophylla make for a breathtaking plant. The pitchers are predominantly red and white throughout the top half of the leaf, giving way to nearly pure red halfway down. Lids are slightly scalloped, upturned, and white with red veining. The throat is generous and inflated near the top of the trap. The interior of the pitcher is lime green. Red gradually turns to green in the lower portions of the exterior. The pitchers are also quite tall! Look for its best pitchers of the season in late summer through the first frost of fall.

GENERAL CARE
Type of Plant: Outdoor perennial for container growing.
Height: Up to 20 inches.
Sunlight: Full sun during the growing season.
Water: Low-mineral water (50 ppm or less).
Soil: Equal parts peat moss and perlite only.
Winter: Dormant. Minimal protection in USDA zones 7-9. Mulch in colder regions.

PLANT YOU RECEIVE
• 2nd-season division from select mother plants. (See below.)
• Acclimated for outdoor growing. Appearance will change with the seasons. (See below.)
• Shipped potted. Care instructions are included.

ABOUT RHIZOME DIVISIONS
• Medium divisions are generally twice as large as small divisions. They also have more pitchers and a fuller appearance.
• All divisions are matured for at least one full growing season, sometimes two. These 2nd-season divisions are more vigorous and robust than recent divisions.

SEASONAL APPEARANCE
January-March: Plant is dormant with no pitchers.
April: Spring growth will appear by the end of the month.
May: Fully developed pitchers will start to appear.
June: Full display of pitchers. This plant will look its best!
July-August: Plant will slow down when it’s hot. Some minor spotting.
September-October: Dormancy begins. Fewer pitchers. No new growth until spring.
November-December: Plant is dormant. Browned pitchers are cut off.

 

Reviews

  • 5
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    Posted by Orest Chornij on June 9, 2019

  • 5
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    Posted by Michael Sawecki on May 12, 2019

  • 5
    new shipment in style

    Posted by Jimmie Scott on March 25, 2019

    This is our third order, and we are so happy with the packing and shipping for each plant. All are growing and spreading out all over the place. A site to behold and wonder. Looking forward to seeing, their full growth.

  • 5
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    Posted by Lucas Lavadour on March 20, 2019

  • 5
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    Posted by Rob A. Beadon on January 14, 2019

  • 5
    Great plant

    Posted by Bill W on December 29, 2018

    Looking forward to see what it does next spring

  • 5
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    Posted by Randall Fassbinder on May 21, 2018

  • 5
    Saracens x readii

    Posted by Raymond Mannion on May 3, 2016

    I received my plant when they said I would, and it was in good condition. I have to admit I was a little shocked at what I saw though. The plant was miniscule. But I cared for it per the instructions and about a month later I have a beautiful Sarracenia x readii. Almost a foot tall already. Thank you.

  • 5
    A Living Art Paint Brush

    Posted by Ramon L. Nelson on March 6, 2016

    With all the different colors with in one plant... you would think some one has just finished painting an "Old Master Piece". This plant will stand out for attention no matter where you place it.... alone or with in another group of plants.

  • 5
    Sarracenia x readii

    Posted by robert wiebusch on December 24, 2015

    The plant arrived in good condition and is outside in full sun and 82 degree weather.

  • 4
    Top lip slightly damage from shipping but healthy

    Posted by Alexander Lebron on October 12, 2015

    All plants arrived healthy!

  • 5
    You Guys Rock!

    Posted by Robert J Galvin on August 3, 2015

    Beautiful it has grown 6 more pitcher's since then. love it Thank you so much Sarracenia.You will be seeing a lot more of me you created a Monster lol. Thank you very much The Organic Gardener Robert J Galvin