pitcher plant
Sarracenia 'Ladies in Waiting'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 8
Flowers:
Maroon red Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,purple
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
High
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Pitcher plants require consistent watering to thrive. Generally, these plants should be watered once every 2 weeks, providing roughly 1.5 inches of water. It is best to water the soil, not the leaves, as the pitchers can fill up with water, weighing them down and potentially leading to damage. Avoid getting the leaves wet in the process, and during cooler winter months reduce the watering schedule to once a month.
sunlight
Pitcher plant (Sarracenia 'Ladies in Waiting') requires 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day throughout the growing season (typically April to August). During the hottest hours of the day, it may need partial filtered shade or some protective cover to keep them from overheating. In winter, the plant may require less sunlight, meaning 4 to 5 hours of sun per day.
pruning
Pitcher plants (Sarracenia 'Ladies in Waiting') should be pruned in the early spring, just before the new leaves and flowers appear. Prune any dead, discolored, or damaged leaves first, always leaving some old leaves on the plant for nutrient storage. Trim about 1-third of the plant at a time, leaving behind the bright green leaves to encourage maximum new growth. Be sure to also prune away any offshoots on the plant. Proper pruning can help to shape the plant and increase the number of pitchers produced.
