Sarracenia × Farnhamii (Pitcher carnivorous plant) — H40 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can Sarracenia × Farnhamii stay outdoors all year round? It tolerates temperatures down to about -10 °C and needs a cool winter rest between 5 and 10 °C — keep it outside protected from frost or in a cool, bright space from November to February.
Why are the pitchers of my Sarracenia × Farnhamii losing their white marbling? A lack of direct light is the main cause — move it to a sunnier spot and the new pitchers will regain their characteristic white and purple marbling.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🐾 Non-toxic • 🪴 Slender urns marbled green, purple, and white • 🌞 Sun / Partial shade • 💧 Substrate always moist • 📏 H40 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
Sarracenia × Farnhamii, also called the Pitcher Carnivorous Plant, is a spectacular hybrid resulting from the cross between Sarracenia leucophylla and Sarracenia purpurea — its tall, slender urns, marbled with green, purple, and sometimes white depending on sun exposure, give it a rare elegance among carnivorous plants. At 40 cm, it is one of the largest Sarracenias in the catalog. Discover our other carnivorous plants to create a complete carnivorous garden.
Its unique feature compared to other Sarracenias: the white marbling inherited from leucophylla gives it a distinctive look — the brighter the light, the more intense the purple and white shades become. Our complete guide to carnivorous plants explains the specific care requirements for each species.
Exposure & Location
Sarracenia × Farnhamii thrives in a bright, sunny environment — the more direct light it receives, the more its urns develop their characteristic purple and white hues.
- Exposure: direct sun to bright partial shade.
- Ideal for: sunny balcony or terrace, south- or west-facing windowsill, conservatory.
- Temperature: 5 to 25 °C, tolerates cool conditions during winter dormancy.
- Substrate: blond peat and perlite, always moist and without fertilizer.
Watering & Care
- Water required: exclusively rainwater or demineralized water — keep 1 to 2 cm of water in the saucer at all times; the substrate must never dry out. Also check out Sarracenia × Catesbaei and Sarracenia venosa, which share the same care approach.
- Winter (dormancy): slightly reduce water level, keep substrate just moist in a cool place (5 to 10 °C).
- Fertilizer: none — the plant feeds on insects trapped in its urns.
- Pruning: remove dry urns to encourage the growth of new colorful urns.
Decor Ideas & Plant Combinations
Its upright silhouette and marbled urns make it a striking piece for a bright corner — placed high on a console or balcony, the elegant verticality of its urns immediately draws the eye. Our guide to creating a plant corner will give you ideas for styling it.
- In a Sarracenia collection: pair it with Sarracenia psittacina with its reclining parrot-shaped urns and Sarracenia venosa with its veined urns — three Sarracenias, three radically different urn shapes, a fascinating collection within the same genus.
- In a complete carnivorous tray: add a Dionaea muscipula — slender urns plus toothed traps, two capture mechanisms, a spectacular and educational composition.
- Decorative pot: beige stoneware, matte ceramic, or a light stone decorative pot contrasts effectively with the purple and white tones of the urns.
Verdeia Tips
- Absolutely no hard water: even a single watering with tap water can weaken the plant — use exclusively rainwater or demineralized water and always keep 1 to 2 cm of water in the saucer.
- Maximize light to intensify colors: the characteristic white and purple marbling of Farnhamii intensifies directly under sunlight — a full south-facing spot in summer will produce the most colorful urns.
- Respect winter dormancy: place it in a cool (5 to 10 °C), bright spot from November to February — this dormancy is essential for vigorous regrowth in spring with new colorful urns.
Technical Specifications
- Botanical name: Sarracenia × Farnhamii
- Common name: Pitcher Carnivorous Plant
- Origin: North American horticultural hybrid
- Pot diameter: Ø12 cm
- Approximate height: H40 cm
- Adult size: up to 50 cm
- Exposure: direct sun / partial shade
- Watering: regular — substrate always moist, no hard water
- Care: easy
- Non-toxic to pets and children
- Decor style: Botanical curiosity / Natural
Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The shape and intensity of the purple and white marbling naturally vary depending on light and season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.