Sarracenia ‘Lunchbox’

Sarracenia ‘Lunchbox’ is a vigorous and eye-catching hybrid pitcher plant known for its colorful traps and dependable growth. The tall, upright pitchers often develop bright shades of green, rose, and crimson, frequently accented by bold veining and a broad hood that arches gracefully over the mouth of the pitcher. The lively coloration and strong structure make this cultivar a standout in the bog garden.

Like other North American pitcher plants, the tubular leaves serve as specialized insect traps. Nectar and vivid coloration attract insects to the rim of the pitcher where they slip into the tube below. Digestive fluids within the pitcher break down the captured prey, providing nutrients that allow the plant to flourish in the nutrient-poor soils typical of bog habitats.

During the growing season, Sarracenia ‘Lunchbox’ forms an attractive clump of colorful pitchers that rise above the mossy surface of the bog. Its vigorous growth and bold coloration make it an excellent addition to carnivorous plant collections, outdoor bog gardens, and container bog planters. In early spring, graceful nodding flowers appear before the new pitchers fully develop.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun

• Water: Constant moisture; keep soil wet with pure water (rainwater, distilled, or reverse osmosis)

• Soil: Acidic bog mix such as peat moss and sand

• Hardiness: Generally USDA Zones 6–9

• Dormancy: Requires winter dormancy in cooler months

From Josh, this is a beautiful clone! 

Medium divisions available