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Sarracenia x catesbaei

Also Known As

  • Pitcher Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Sarracenia x catesbaei plant details

Sarracenia x catesbaei is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring green and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in acidic soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sarracenia x catesbaei

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: sarraceniaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: green and red blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sarracenia x catesbaei

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: acidic

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Widely flared colorful hoods of golden-copper or green marked with red spots. Grows with a lower profile than other species or hybrids.

Gardening facts about Sarracenia x catesbaei plant

How to Grow Sarracenia x catesbaei

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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Size

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