Sarracenia × Catesbaei (Hybrid pitcher plant) — H23 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Can Sarracenia × Catesbaei stay outside in winter? It tolerates temperatures down to -5 °C and needs a cool winter rest between 5 and 10 °C — leave it outside protected from frost or place it in a cool, bright space from November to February.
Why are the pitchers of my Sarracenia × Catesbaei losing their colors? A lack of direct light is the main cause — move it closer to a source of direct sunlight and its new pitchers will regain intense red and green shades.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
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The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🐾 Non-toxic • 🪴 Sculptural red and green pitchers • 🌞 Direct sun / Bright partial shade • 💧 Always-moist substrate • 📏 H23 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
Sarracenia × Catesbaei, also known as the hybrid pitcher plant, is a spectacular natural cross between Sarracenia flava and Sarracenia purpurea — its pitchers combine the slender height of flava with the deep red hues of purpurea, creating a sculptural form and particularly intense colors. Native to North America, it is ideal for a sunny balcony or a full-sun window. Combine it with other carnivorous plants to create a complete carnivorous garden.
What sets it apart from other Sarracenias: its pitchers can reach 40 cm at maturity — much more imposing than psittacina or venosa. Each species of carnivorous plant has its own care requirements.
Light & placement
Sarracenia × Catesbaei thrives in abundant light — the more direct sun it receives, the more intensely its pitchers develop their colors. It grows very well outdoors from April to October.
- Light: direct sun or very bright partial shade — aim for 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day.
- Ideal for: a sunny balcony or terrace, a full-sun windowsill, or a bright greenhouse.
- Temperature: 5 to 28 °C — tolerates cool conditions during winter dormancy.
- Substrate: nutrient-poor, acidic mix — sphagnum peat and perlite, without fertilizer.
Watering & care
- Water type (mandatory): exclusively rainwater or demineralized water — limescale is fatal to carnivorous plants. Maintain 1 to 2 cm of lime-free water in the saucer during the growing season; the substrate must never dry out. Sarracenia venosa follows the same care requirements.
- Winter (dormancy): reduce the water level and keep the substrate just moist in a cool location (5 to 10 °C).
- Fertilizer: none — unnecessary and harmful to the roots.
- Pruning: remove brown or dried pitchers to encourage new growth.
- Repotting: every 1 to 2 years in spring, using a fresh peat/perlite mix.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Its slender red and green pitchers create a sculptural silhouette that immediately draws the eye on a balcony or on a console near a sunny window. A reliable choice for a plant-filled corner.
- In a carnivorous display: pair it with a Dionaea muscipula with toothed traps and a Drosera aliciae with glistening droplets — three different mechanisms (pitchers / jaws / droplets), the same watering requirements, and a spectacular carnivorous display.
- In a Sarracenia collection: pair it with Sarracenia psittacina, with its reclining parrot-like pitchers — two Sarracenias with radically different pitcher shapes (upright vs reclining), a fascinating duo within the same genus.
- Decorative pot: matte ceramic or beige/gray stoneware creates an effective contrast with the red and green hues of the pitchers — use a decorative pot without a closed bottom to keep the saucer accessible.
Verdeia tips
- Lime-free water is absolutely essential: even a single watering with tap water may be enough to weaken the plant — use only rainwater or demineralized water and always maintain 1 to 2 cm of water in the saucer.
- More sun = more intense colors: Sarracenia × Catesbaei develops its deepest red and green hues under maximum direct light — a south-facing balcony in summer is its ideal location.
- Respect its winter dormancy: place it in a cool (5 to 10 °C), bright location between November and February — this dormancy is essential for vigorous spring growth with new, colorful pitchers.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Sarracenia × Catesbaei
- Common name: Hybrid pitcher plant / Carnivorous pitcher plant
- Origin: natural hybrid (North American parents)
- Pot diameter: Ø12 cm
- Approximate height: H23 cm
- Mature size: up to 40 cm depending on light and conditions
- Light: direct sun / bright partial shade
- Watering: regular — substrate always moist; lime-free water required
- Care: easy
- Non-toxic to animals and children
- Decorative style: Urban jungle / Natural / Contemporary
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The density of the pitchers and the intensity of the red and green hues naturally vary according to light levels and the 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?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
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 should I 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.