Hybrid Pitcherplant
Sarracenia rosea
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
high
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
AL, FL, GA, MS
Pollinators
bees, flies
This hybrid carnivorous plant produces distinctive pitcher-shaped leaves that trap and digest insects. It forms compact clumps with colorful tubular traps and produces nodding flowers in spring. The plant requires consistently moist to wet soil conditions and full sun exposure.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hybrid Pitcherplant takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Unusual carnivorous appearance may seem too exotic
- Requires bog-like conditions that look unkempt
- Very specialized growing requirements
Wildlife value
The flowers attract bees and flies during the spring blooming period. As a carnivorous plant, it helps control flying insect populations naturally.
Common questions
- How much sun does Hybrid Pitcherplant need?
- Hybrid Pitcherplant grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Hybrid Pitcherplant bloom?
- Hybrid Pitcherplant blooms in April, May, and June.
- Where is Hybrid Pitcherplant native?
- Hybrid Pitcherplant (Sarracenia rosea) is native to AL, FL, GA, MS, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Hybrid Pitcherplant attract?
- Hybrid Pitcherplant draws bees and flies.
- Is Hybrid Pitcherplant HOA-friendly?
- Hybrid Pitcherplant takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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