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Sarracenia 'Ladybug'

Also Known As

  • Sarracenia 'Lady Bug'
  • Lady Bug Pitcher Plant
  • Ladybug Pitcher Plant

Plant type

perennial, carnivorous, aquatic

size

  • H: 8"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Sarracenia 'Ladybug' plant details

Sarracenia 'Ladybug' is a semi-evergreen perennial carnivorous aquatic with burgundy, green and red foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and standing water - high water. Does well in acidic soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sarracenia 'Ladybug'

Plant type: perennial carnivorous aquatic
Plant family: sarraceniaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen burgundy, green and red
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: bog garden, container plant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sarracenia 'Ladybug'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: standing water - high
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: acidic

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Red periscope-shaped leaves are sprinkled with white spots. The leaning habit of the leaves contrasts well with other upright species.

Gardening facts about Sarracenia 'Ladybug' plant

How to Grow Sarracenia 'Ladybug'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • standing water - high
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Plant Type

Perennial, Carnivorous, Aquatic

Zones

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Size

Height: 30"

Width: 12"

  • sun
  • standing water - high
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 8"-10"

Width: 8"-10"

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  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Perennial, Carnivorous, Aquatic

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 10"

Width: 15"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Perennial, Carnivorous

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 30"

Width: 12"

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 15"

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