Sarracenia "Trumpet Pitcher Carnivorous Plants

Sarracenia – The Striking Trumpet Pitcher Plant

Sarracenia, commonly known as trumpet pitcher plants, are North American native carnivorous plants that combine exotic beauty with natural pest control. Their tall, tubular leaves form “pitchers” that lure insects with color and nectar, then trap them to absorb essential nutrients. With their bold shapes and vibrant patterns, they make an eye-catching addition to any garden, bog planter, or container.

Growing Sarracenia is easier than you might think—especially in Florida’s warm, sunny climate. These plants thrive in full sun, consistently moist soil, and nutrient-poor conditions. Use a soil mix of sphagnum peat moss and perlite (without fertilizer), and water only with rainwater, distilled, or reverse osmosis water to protect their sensitive roots. Keep their soil damp year-round, and for long-term health, allow them a winter dormancy period when growth slows and old pitchers die back.

Sarracenia not only reduce garden pests naturally but also provide stunning seasonal interest, with fresh pitchers in spring and summer and delicate flowers in early spring.