Sarracenia Purpurea Seeds Purple Pitcher Plant Unique Pitcher-Shaped Leaves Attract Pollinators Thrive in Nutrient-Poor Wetland Environments Garden Outdoor 25Pcs by YEGAOL Garden

Color: Purple

Features:

• Appearance: The Purple Pitcher Plant is characterized by its distinctive pitcher-shaped leaves. The leaves are upright and tubular, resembling tall, narrow pitchers. They can range in color from green to reddish-purple, with the color intensifying in response to sunlight. The top of the pitcher features a hood-like structure known as the 'lid' or 'operculum.'
• Flowers: In late spring to early summer, the Purple Pitcher Plant produces upright stalks that bear nodding, umbrella-like flowers. The flowers are typically reddish-purple or maroon in color and have a distinctive appearance. They are pollinated by insects, and the resulting seeds contribute to the plant's reproduction.
• Habitat: Sarracenia purpurea is native to wetland habitats such as bogs, fens, and swamps in North America. It thrives in areas with acidic, nutrient-poor soils that are often waterlogged.
• Growing Conditions: When cultivated as a garden plant, Purple Pitcher Plants require conditions that mimic their natural habitat. They thrive in acidic, well-drained soil and should be watered with rainwater or distilled water to avoid mineral buildup. They prefer full sun to partial shade and tolerate cooler temperatures.
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Details: Here's how to plant Sarracenia purpurea from seed:

Choose a Container: Select a shallow container with good drainage. A seed tray or a shallow pot with drainage holes will work well. Fill it with a suitable growing medium.

Prepare the Growing Medium: Sarracenia purpurea prefers acidic and nutrient-poor soil. You can create a growing mix by combining peat moss and sand or perlite in a 1:1 ratio.

Sow the Seeds: Scatter the Sarracenia purpurea seeds on the surface of the growing medium. Gently press them down, but do not bury them deeply. The seeds require light to germinate.

Provide Moisture: Place the container in a saucer of water to keep the growing medium consistently moist. Sarracenia purpurea is a bog-dwelling plant, so maintaining high humidity is important.

Temperature and Light: Place the container in a bright location with indirect sunlight. The seeds require warmth to germinate, so a temperature range of 70-80°F is ideal.

Covering and Ventilation: To maintain high humidity, you can cover the container with a clear plastic lid or plastic wrap. You can lift the covering periodically to allow fresh air circulation.

Germination: Sarracenia purpurea seeds can take several weeks to months to germinate. Be patient and continue to provide the appropriate conditions.

Transplanting: Once the seedlings have developed a few true leaves and are large enough to handle, they can be transplanted into individual pots with the same acidic and well-draining growing medium.

Care: You can use distilled water or rainwater to water the plants, as they are sensitive to minerals present in tap water.

Outdoor Planting: After the seedlings have grown larger and stronger, you can consider transplanting them outdoors in a suitable bog garden or container. Choose a location with bright, indirect sunlight.

EAN: 0704771827056

Package Dimensions: 5.8 x 3.5 x 0.2 inches