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Osterrath's Pitcher Plant

Sarracenia × osterrathii

Sarraceniaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Sarracenia × osterrathii is a perennial ornamental plant that requires full sun and high moisture. It grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 7–10. This non-evergreen plant blooms from May to September with purple, red, white, and green flowers. It prefers peaty, sandy, or loamy soil and attracts pollinators.

Light

Full sun

Watering

High water

Soil

Peaty, Sandy, Loamy

Height

0.3–0.7 m

Spread

0.3–0.6 m

Zones

5–8

Flower colors

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Growing Conditions

  • Sunlight: Full sun
  • Water: High moisture requirement
  • Soil: Peaty, sandy, or loamy
  • USDA Zones: 7–10
  • Height: 0.3–0.6 m
  • Evergreen: False
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