Trumpet Pitchers (Sarracenia)
$15.20
incl. GST
- Overall Height APPROXIMATELY:
- 12-15cm for Pot Size 7cm(Ø)
- 12cm for Pot Size 6cm(Ø)
- The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
- Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
- Overall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- These plants get their name from their pitcher-shaped leaves.
- They capture insects by producing nectar along the rim of their pitchers.
- When an insect starts to lick up the nectar, it tries to get more by reaching in the pitcher.
- When it loses its footing, it falls right in!
SOIL REQUIREMENT
- Use a soil mixture of 1 part peat moss and 1 part perlite.
- Never use potting soil, compost, or fertilizer; these ingredients will kill your plants.
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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT
- Never add fertilizer.
- Feed them small insects if they appear unhealthy.
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
- During the growing season, grow your Sarracenia outside in the full sun with 6 or more hours of direct sunlight, for vigorous growth.
- If full sun is not possible, provide a minimum of 4 hours of direct sunlight with bright indirect light during the rest of the day.
WATER REQUIREMENT
- Place the pots in a tray filled with 1-2cm of distilled water or rainwater, adding water to the tray rather than top watering.
- These are bog plants, and the growing media should be kept moist throughout the growing season.