Bare Root Sarracenia Rhizomes - Random Divisions

FAQ about Bare Root Sarracenia Rhizomes

What is a division?
Very large Sarracenia rhizomes can easily be divided into smaller plants.  The smaller chunks that come off of larger rhizomes are called divisions.  Please note that growth during the first year after division is often slow with few pitchers than a fully mature, undivided rhizome.  Recent divisions will often need an extra growing season to recover from having been divided.  


What's the difference in sizes?
Like dog breeds, size is extremely relative amongst varieties and very subjective.  All rhizomes listed here are recent divisions and sorted by size. 

Small: single growth point, suitable for 2.5"  or 3" pots
Medium: single or double growth points, suitable for 4" pots
Large: single or multiple growth points, suitable for 5-6" pots
Extra Large: Single or multiple growth points, suitable for 6-8" pots

All rhizomes are currently dormant. During their dormant state, we cut off all leaves from the previous season and wash off the old soil. We will also spray them with a natural sulfur fungicide to prevent mold growth during shipping.


What will I need when my Sarracenia arrive?
You will need the following supplies:

• Regular carnivorous plant soil.
• Plastic pots of the appropriate size
  • Small: 2.5-inch or 3-inch pots.
  • Medium: 3-inch pots.
  • Large: 4-inch pots.
  • Multiple planting: 6-inch or larger.

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Are instructions included?
Yes, you will receive instructions on how to pot and care for your rhizomes.  You can also watch our YouTube video.


How large will the pitchers grow?
The natural growing season for Sarracenia is April - September.  When actively growing, the size of the pitcher will depend on the variety and initial size of the rhizome division.

Unlabeled packs of rhizomes are selected from a random mix of Sarracernias.  Some are tall and slender.  Others are short and stout.  

With freshly divided rhizomes, you can expect to see their full potential size in 2-3 growing seasons.  


Can you tell me which varieties are included in the Unlabeled Packs?
These plants are randomly selected from an undisclosed batch of overstocked plants, discontinued plants, and plants that lost their labels.  When rhizomes are divided and trimmed, they are placed into a large bin with other rhizomes.  


Can you make sure I don't receive any duplicates in my Unlabeled Packs?
Rhizomes are prepackaged and randomly selected from a large bin of freshly divided rhizomes.  Duplication may occur and is unavoidable.


I'm not ready to pot them up. Can I wait?
For best results, pot them immediately upon arrival. Rhizomes will also be treated with a natural fungicide before shipment, so you have the option to store them in your refrigerator for up to 6 weeks. However, you will need to check them periodically and treat for fungus accordingly with a sulfur spray during storage.


Can you hold rhizomes for me to ship later?
Because of the perishable nature of bare root rhizomes, we need to ship them within 1 week of your order.


Do you guarantee that your rhizomes will grow for me?
We guarantee plants for 30 days as long as you follow the instructions provided with your plants. A healthy rhizome will be firm with supple roots and white inner flesh.  Beyond the 30-day period, you assume all responsibility for the rhizomes' health and growth.  If you're an experienced grower and willing to assume the majority of the risk, bare root rhizomes can be a great bargain.

While we do not guarantee how you may interpret or implement our instructions, we are available to answer your questions. Please visit the Ask The Growers page or the 30-Day Guarantee page for more information.


Are these rhizomes good for first-time growers?
If you are new to growing Sarracenia, please consider purchasing an established potted plant instead.  You will have better success learning about the seasonal growth habits and care of these plants with potted plants than with a bare root rhizomes.

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