Sarracenia Scarlet Belle (Scarlet Pitcher Plant) H20 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you properly water a Sarracenia Scarlet Belle? Keep 1 to 2 cm of rainwater or demineralized water in the saucer at all times during spring and summer — tap water contains minerals that destroy the roots within a few weeks.
Why do the pitchers of a Sarracenia Scarlet Belle lose their colors? It’s almost always due to a lack of light — move it closer to a bright window or place it outside from May to October so the scarlet red regains its full intensity.
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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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🌞 Bright light to partial shade • 💧 Rainwater only • 🦟 Insectivorous carnivorous plant • 🐾 Non-toxic • 📏 H20 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
Sarracenia 'Scarlet Belle' is a perennial hybrid carnivorous plant with compact, symmetrical pitchers, veined with ivory white on a scarlet red background — a striking colour contrast that makes it one of the most ornamental pitcher plants in the catalogue. Its capture mechanism is passive: insects are attracted by the pitchers' nectar, slip inside and are slowly digested, without any intervention.
Native to the swamps of North America, it stands out within the Sarracenia collection for its most compact and colourful pitchers — bright scarlet red on ivory white, more contrasting and luminous than most other varieties. Its hardiness down to −5 °C also makes it one of the carnivorous plants best suited to outdoor locations during the milder months.
Which Sarracenia variety should you choose?
Each Sarracenia has pitchers with distinct colours and shapes. Here is how 'Scarlet Belle' compares within the range:
- Sarracenia 'Scarlet Belle' (this plant) — compact scarlet red pitchers veined with ivory white, H20 cm. The most contrasting and ornamental in a small format.
- Sarracenia 'Judith Hindle' — upright pitchers in red, green and intense purple, H30 cm. The most colourful and tallest.
- Sarracenia 'Maroon' — deep purple pitchers, almost burgundy, H23 cm. The darkest and most dramatic.
- Sarracenia Catesbaei — elegant green and red bicolour pitchers. The most classic bicolour variety.
- Sarracenia Venosa — highly veined green and red pitchers, compact growth, H20 cm. The most graphic in its veining.
- Sarracenia Psittacina — parrot-shaped pitchers lying close to the ground, trailing growth. The most unusual.
- Sarracenia Escarlata — bright scarlet red pitchers, slender growth. The most flamboyant in pure red.
- Sarracenia Farnhamii — pale green pitchers veined with red, slender growth. The most delicate.
The capture mechanism and requirements differ from one species to another among carnivorous plants.
Exposure & placement
Sarracenia 'Scarlet Belle' needs bright light for its pitchers to develop intense color - the stronger the light, the more pronounced the scarlet red and ivory white contrast. However, avoid harsh full sun behind glass, which can scorch the pitchers.
- Ideal exposure: bright light to partial shade - east- or west-facing windowsill, conservatory, or sheltered balcony.
- Outdoors (April–October): ideal outdoors in a humid, well-ventilated spot sheltered from the wind, for brighter colors.
- Winter: dormancy in a cool (5–10 °C), bright room from November to March.
- Temperature: tolerates temperatures down to −5 °C for short periods.
- Substrate: sphagnum peat and perlite, with no added fertilizer or nutrients.
Each plant is unique: the color and shape of the pitchers naturally change according to the season and the amount of light received.
Watering & care
Like all bog plants, Sarracenia requires perfectly pure water and constantly moist substrate. Tap water, even filtered, contains minerals that damage the roots - this is the most common mistake with carnivorous plants, and one of the easiest plant problems to avoid.
- Water: exclusively rainwater, distilled, or demineralized water - never tap water.
- Method: bottom watering - keep 1 to 2 cm of water in the saucer at all times during spring and summer.
- Winter: keep the substrate just moist, without continuously standing water.
- Fertilizer: none - the pitchers provide all the natural nutrition it needs.
- Misting: unnecessary - substrate humidity is sufficient.
Each plant is unique: water requirements naturally vary according to room temperature, pot size, and season.
Decorating ideas & plant combinations
The scarlet red and ivory white contrast of the pitchers of Sarracenia 'Scarlet Belle' makes it a decorative plant in its own right - its compact, symmetrical growth habit allows it to fit into more limited spaces than other Sarracenia. To create a complete carnivorous collection, explore our range of carnivorous plants.
- In a carnivorous collection on a windowsill: pair it with a Drosera Capensis and a Dionaea Muscipula for a trio of different mechanisms - passive trapping by pitchers, sticky tentacles, and active jaw traps.
- In a duo of contrasting pitcher plants: pair it with Sarracenia 'Judith Hindle' to play with two contrasting styles — Scarlet Belle's compact scarlet-red and white pitchers alongside Judith Hindle's taller burgundy-red and green pitchers.
- In an open terrarium: its compact H20 cm size is ideal for a terrarium arrangement — place it in a transparent glass container so light passes through the veined pitchers and reveals their structure.
- Decorative pot and color palette: the red and white contrast of the pitchers stands out particularly well against a cream Lago decorative pot — a neutral background that enhances the pitchers' vivid colors without competing with them.
Verdeia tips
- Cut dry pitchers at the base: the pitchers naturally turn black at the end of the season — remove them cleanly at the base as soon as they are completely dry to encourage the growth of new, vigorous pitchers in spring.
- Respect the winter dormancy: between November and March, place it in a cool (5–10 °C), bright room and reduce watering — this dormancy is essential for the plant to regain vigor and produce beautiful, colorful pitchers in spring. Its life cycle includes a true winter dormancy.
- Avoid handling the pitchers: the pitchers are fragile, and their digestion is a natural process that can last several weeks — avoid touching them, introducing insects artificially, or forcing their mechanism.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Sarracenia 'Scarlet Belle'
- Common name: Scarlet pitcher plant
- Family: Sarraceniaceae
- Origin: North America
- Dimensions: H20 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
- Mature size: up to 30 cm
- Light: bright light to partial shade
- Watering: rainwater or demineralized water only, substrate kept constantly moist
- Care: easy
- Growth: moderate
- Hardiness: down to −5 °C for short periods
- Toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Botanical / Collection / Contemporary
- Distinctive feature: compact scarlet-red pitchers veined with ivory white, passive insect capture, hardy perennial with winter dormancy
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The color and shape of the pitchers naturally evolve according to the season and light levels.
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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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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.