Sarracenia leucophylla Schnell's Ghost

Of all the innumerable forms of S. leucophylla, Schnell's Ghost is one of the whitest and most spectacular.  Early-season pitchers are similar to green-white forms, producing upright and elegant green-white traps. But when the weather warms in late July and August, late-season pitchers emerge to outclass every plant in our nursery.  Tops of the pitchers are nearly lily-white, with the faintest green venation throughout. The robust late-season traps have broad features and are very sturdy, with a generous lip and a charismatically upheld lid. An excellent combination of traits that makes a fantastic specimen for all collectors. Look for yellow flowers in spring.

This gorgeous plant was introduced by and named after Donald Schnell, a natural historian of Sarracenia. It was also registered with the International Carnivorous Plant Society in 2000.

GENERAL CARE
Type of Plant: Outdoor perennial for container growing.
Height: Up to 24 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 from select mother plants.
• Shipped potted in a 4-inch pot.
• Care instructions and our 30-day guarantee are included.

ABOUT MATURE DIVISIONS
After we divide our mother plants, we allow the rhizomes to mature for at least one full growing season, sometimes two, before including them in our inventory. You get a much more vigorous and robust plant than one that has been recently divided.

SEASONAL APPEARANCE
• January-March: Plant is dormant with no pitchers.
• April: Spring growth will appear by the end of the month.
• May: Early season pitchers are often thin and wispy.
• June-August: Non-carnivorous leaves may appear alongside thin pitchers.
• September: Stunning vibrant pitchers finally appear.
• October: Dormancy begins. Fewer pitchers. No new growth until spring.
• November-December: Plant is dormant. Browned pitchers are cut off.