
Sarracenia flava atropurpurea
This showy variety of Sarracenia flava is gorgeous from any angle. The entire pitcher turns dark orange-red, including most of the exterior, the mouth, and on both sides of the lid. Under full sun, the lid produces copious amounts of nectar that is great for luring and trapping yellow jackets! To maintain its rich color, you will definitely need 10 or more hours of direct sunlight per day. This one loves it bright and sunny! It also helps if you have a long growing season.
Type of Plant: Outdoor perennial for container growing.
Height: Up to 16 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
• Mature division in its second growing season. (NOT a new division.)
• Acclimated for outdoor growing.
• Shipped in a 4-inch pot. Care instructions are included.
Photos illustrate mid-summer growth. Pitchers may not be present during other seasons. See below for more information.
Plants are grown outdoors at our nursery in Oregon and experience seasonal changes.
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
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Excellent service
The flava was packed extremely well and came through the mail in excellent shape. The plant is now sending up new pitchers and is looking nice.
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Atropurpurea
It came packaged very well with multiple growth points. I’m excited to see it color up!
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Sarracenia Flava Atropurpurea
The plant was received in excellent condition. It was larger than I expected.It's growing very fast and looks great. I am very happy with the quality plants I receive from you. I will highly recommend you. Thanks
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Impressive plants
Sarracenia flava is my favorite North American pitcher plant and I am so glad I got this one from Narracenia Northwest. Excellent plant. You can always count on them to ship the best quality and nice big plants!