Sarracenia × Catesbaei — Ø12 cm — H23 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of exposure does it need? Outdoors in full sun preferably. It is a hardy plant that appreciates a cool resting period in winter.
Is it a toxic plant? No, it is harmless to your pets.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- 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
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
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
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
Sarracenia × Catesbaei
🌞 Sun / Partial shade • 💧 Substrate always moist • 🪴 Easy care • 🪰 Graphic carnivorous plant
The Sarracenia × Catesbaei is a spectacular natural hybrid (cross between Sarracenia flava and S. purpurea), appreciated for its red-green colorful pitchers and sculptural form. Ideal for creating a decorative mini-marsh on a balcony, terrace, or very bright windowsill.
Easy to live with and amazing to observe, it naturally captures small insects. Supplied in Ø12 cm with an approximate height of 23 cm, it is a perfect plant to bring a touch of botanical curiosity to your urban jungle.
Exposure & location
The Sarracenia × Catesbaei loves abundant light: direct sun for much of the day or very bright partial shade. It grows very well outdoors (balcony/terrace) from April to October; indoors, reserve a full sun window for it.
- Exposure: direct sun or bright partial shade.
- Ideal: balcony planter, table near a bay window, sunny windowsill.
- Temperature: from 5 to 28 °C (tolerates cool during winter dormancy).
- Substrate: poor and acidic mix (blond peat + perlite), no fertilizer.
Verdeia tip: the more light it receives, the more its pitchers color — aim for 4–6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering & care
- Water: only rainwater or demineralized water.
- Substrate moisture: keep always moist; leave 1–2 cm of water in the saucer during the growing season.
- Winter (dormancy): reduce water level, keep substrate just moist in cool conditions (5–10 °C).
- Fertilizer: none — unnecessary and harmful to roots.
- Pruning: remove brown/dried pitchers to stimulate new growth.
- Repotting: every 1–2 years in spring with fresh peat/perlite mix.
Place a stable and opaque saucer: it limits evaporation and keeps water fresh longer.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
Its graphic form immediately draws the eye on a balcony table, a console near a window, or a shelf in direct light. Combine it with other carnivores for a contemporary “marsh” corner.
- To combine with: Dionaea muscipula, Sarracenia psittacina, Drosera for an intriguing botanical scene.
- Ideal pot: matte ceramic or beige stoneware; use a decorative pot without a closed bottom to keep the saucer accessible.
- Ambiance: perfect in a natural urban decor, mineral materials (stone, terrazzo) and light wood.
A waterproof tray with some pebbles creates a very decorative “marsh edge” effect while increasing humidity.
Verdeia tips
- Never use hard tap water: prefer rainwater or demineralized water.
- More sun = more intense colors on the pitchers.
- Avoid feeding: the plant hunts on its own.
- A deep container with a saucer facilitates watering by capillarity.
- Cold period (5–10 °C) recommended in winter for beneficial dormancy.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Sarracenia × Catesbaei
- Common name: Hybrid Sarracenia / Pitcher carnivorous plant
- Origin: Horticultural hybrid (North American parents)
- Pot size: Ø12 cm
- Approximate height: 23 cm
- Adult size: up to ~40 cm depending on light and culture
- Exposure: direct sun or bright partial shade
- Watering: regular, substrate always moist
- Care: easy
- Toxicity to animals: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Urban jungle / Natural / Contemporary
Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and color of the foliage naturally evolve according to light and through the seasons.
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.