Sarracenia purpurea var. montana, IMP-0008
Sarracenia purpurea, commonly known as the Purple Pitcher Plant, is one of the most iconic carnivorous plants in North America. Unlike taller pitcher plants, it forms low-growing rosettes of beautifully curved pitchers that collect rainwater and digest prey over time. Admired for its toughness, fascinating growth habit, and ever-changing coloration, it has become a staple in bog gardens and temperate carnivorous plant collections.
Among the many forms of this remarkable species, Sarracenia purpurea ssp. venosa var. montana stands out as one of the most beautiful. Native to the Appalachian mountains, this rare form produces dramatic venation and rich coloration ranging from deep green and rose tones to intense burgundy in strong light. Its compact, rugged appearance and fuzzy exterior give it an almost prehistoric character that becomes even more impressive as the plant matures.
Cold hardy, durable, and easy to grow, var. montana thrives in full sun with consistently wet conditions. Mature plants develop into stunning clumps that provide exceptional color and texture throughout the growing season, making this one of the finest forms of the Purple Pitcher Plant for both collectors and outdoor bog gardens.
Plants are shipped bareroot with pitchers and phyllodia intact. Check out our sizing guide
Most of our products come with multiple shipping options. For those that are unpotted, you can add Pots and Soil a la carte.
Bare-root rhizome plants are recommended for experienced growers only. Please see the terms associated with them.
| Temp | Day temperatures in the 70s with a drop to the 50s at night. |
| Light | 12-14 hours of bright, indirect light |
| Humidity | High humidity is recommended, but nepenthes can be bag acclimated to ambient household humidity. Check our bag acclimation guide for details. |
| Watering | Water with pure distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. We recommend top watering Nepenthes. |
| Temp | Day temperatures in the 70s with a drop to the 50s at night. |
| Light | 12-14 hours of bright, indirect light |
| Humidity | High humidity is recommended, but nepenthes can be bag acclimated to ambient household humidity. Check our bag acclimation guide for details. |
| Watering | Water with pure distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. We recommend top watering Nepenthes. |
Extra small (XS) - Young plants at least a couple years away from flowering size. Usually these are seedlings that are 1-1.5 years old.
Small - Likely will flower in 1-2 seasons. For divisions: single point
division with roots. For seed grown plants: roughly 1.5-2.5 years old
Medium - Will flower this season or next. For divisions: single point
division with roots. For seed grown plants: roungly 2.5-3 years old
Large - Flowering sized plants with good roots. The rhizomes are quite chunky, some with multiple points.
Extra Large (XL) - Specimen sized plant with very large rhizome and multiple growing points.
See our sizing guide for more information.
Extra small (XS) - Young plants at least a couple years away from flowering size. Usually these are seedlings that are 1-1.5 years old.
Small - Likely will flower in 1-2 seasons. For divisions: single point
division with roots. For seed grown plants: roughly 1.5-2.5 years old
Medium - Will flower this season or next. For divisions: single point
division with roots. For seed grown plants: roungly 2.5-3 years old
Large - Flowering sized plants with good roots. The rhizomes are quite chunky, some with multiple points.
Extra Large (XL) - Specimen sized plant with very large rhizome and multiple growing points.
See our sizing guide for more information.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
Sarracenia purpurea var. montana, IMP-0008
Sarracenia purpurea, commonly known as the Purple Pitcher Plant, is one of the most iconic carnivorous plants in North America. Unlike taller pitcher plants, it forms low-growing rosettes of beautifully curved pitchers that collect rainwater and digest prey over time. Admired for its toughness, fascinating growth habit, and ever-changing coloration, it has become a staple in bog gardens and temperate carnivorous plant collections.
Among the many forms of this remarkable species, Sarracenia purpurea ssp. venosa var. montana stands out as one of the most beautiful. Native to the Appalachian mountains, this rare form produces dramatic venation and rich coloration ranging from deep green and rose tones to intense burgundy in strong light. Its compact, rugged appearance and fuzzy exterior give it an almost prehistoric character that becomes even more impressive as the plant matures.
Cold hardy, durable, and easy to grow, var. montana thrives in full sun with consistently wet conditions. Mature plants develop into stunning clumps that provide exceptional color and texture throughout the growing season, making this one of the finest forms of the Purple Pitcher Plant for both collectors and outdoor bog gardens.
Plants are shipped bareroot with pitchers and phyllodia intact. Check out our sizing guide
Most of our products come with multiple shipping options. For those that are unpotted, you can add Pots and Soil a la carte.
Bare-root rhizome plants are recommended for experienced growers only. Please see the terms associated with them.
| Temp | Day temperatures in the 70s with a drop to the 50s at night. |
| Light | 12-14 hours of bright, indirect light |
| Humidity | High humidity is recommended, but nepenthes can be bag acclimated to ambient household humidity. Check our bag acclimation guide for details. |
| Watering | Water with pure distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. We recommend top watering Nepenthes. |
| Temp | Day temperatures in the 70s with a drop to the 50s at night. |
| Light | 12-14 hours of bright, indirect light |
| Humidity | High humidity is recommended, but nepenthes can be bag acclimated to ambient household humidity. Check our bag acclimation guide for details. |
| Watering | Water with pure distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. We recommend top watering Nepenthes. |
Extra small (XS) - Young plants at least a couple years away from flowering size. Usually these are seedlings that are 1-1.5 years old.
Small - Likely will flower in 1-2 seasons. For divisions: single point
division with roots. For seed grown plants: roughly 1.5-2.5 years old
Medium - Will flower this season or next. For divisions: single point
division with roots. For seed grown plants: roungly 2.5-3 years old
Large - Flowering sized plants with good roots. The rhizomes are quite chunky, some with multiple points.
Extra Large (XL) - Specimen sized plant with very large rhizome and multiple growing points.
See our sizing guide for more information.
Extra small (XS) - Young plants at least a couple years away from flowering size. Usually these are seedlings that are 1-1.5 years old.
Small - Likely will flower in 1-2 seasons. For divisions: single point
division with roots. For seed grown plants: roughly 1.5-2.5 years old
Medium - Will flower this season or next. For divisions: single point
division with roots. For seed grown plants: roungly 2.5-3 years old
Large - Flowering sized plants with good roots. The rhizomes are quite chunky, some with multiple points.
Extra Large (XL) - Specimen sized plant with very large rhizome and multiple growing points.
See our sizing guide for more information.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
