How to Propagate and Grow
Sarracenia

Genus: Sarracenia

Family: Sarraceniaceae

Species: S. purpurea

Common Names: Pitcher plant, huntman's cap.

Classification: Perennial.

Height: 75cm (30inches).

Flowering: Throughout spring.

Usage: Ideal for moister retentive borders and beds.

Sarracenia are ideal in bog gardens.

Sarracenia can be grown to good effect at the back of informal ponds and along the edges of streams.

Grow sarracenia in tubs and pots, they make effective displays on patios.

Site: Sarracenia prefer full sun, they thrive in it!.

Soil: Acidic, permanently moist and rich soil.

Propagation Methods: By seed in spring.

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By division in spring.

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