5 Seeds Sarracenia Dutch Stevens Pitcher Plant Carnivorous

Sarracenia Dutch Stevens is a striking carnivorous pitcher plant variety prized for its tall, elegant pitchers and dramatic red veining. This hybrid produces upright, trumpet-shaped foliage that adds architectural interest to bog gardens, containers, and terrariums, with each pitcher developing rich color as it matures through the growing season. Its distinctive form and coloration make it a standout choice for collectors of carnivorous plants and anyone seeking unusual accent plants for a sunny, consistently moist setting.

Grow Sarracenia Dutch Stevens outdoors in full sun where its pitchers can develop their deepest coloration, or in a bright greenhouse or conservatory. This variety performs best in a consistently wet, acidic medium and appreciates a dormant winter rest to encourage vigorous spring growth. Use it as a centerpiece in a bog planter, along pond margins, or in a mixed carnivorous collection where its tall pitchers contrast nicely with lower-growing species.
Species: Sarracenia
Variety: Dutch Stevens
Type: Perennial carnivorous pitcher plant
Plant_Habit: Upright, clumping rosette
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Acidic, moist, peat-based mix
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 6-9
Germination: Cold stratification recommended; surface sow on moist medium and keep humid
Sowing: Surface sow, do not bury; maintain consistent moisture and humidity
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Notes: Keep soil consistently wet; provide winter dormancy for best growth