{"title":"Pitcher Plants","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore our collection of carnivorous pitcher plants, including \u003cem\u003eSarracenia\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eCephalotus\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eHeliamphora\u003c\/em\u003e. Each plant is grown with care and ships with our live-arrival guarantee. Browse named cultivars, rare varieties, and species suited for beginners and advanced growers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"waccamaw-x-self-sarracenia","title":"Waccamaw x Self Sarracenia – American Pitcher Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Waccamaw x Self Sarracenia is a stunning American Pitcher Plant with a unique origin story — selfed from a plant collected near Lake Waccamaw in North Carolina, one of the few natural habitats where Sarracenia naturally thrive. This cross produces tall, elegant pitchers with rich coloration and excellent insect-trapping performance, making it a standout addition to any carnivorous plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waccamaw x Self\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePitcher Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall, upright pitchers with strong coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep green pitchers with red veining and a colorful hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous clumping growth, producing multiple pitchers per season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for outdoor growing in Zones 6–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun outdoors or bright grow lights indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled, rainwater, or RO only — never tap water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peat moss and perlite mix, no fertilizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a cool winter rest for long-term health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne live Waccamaw x Self Sarracenia, shipped bare-root or potted depending on size. Carefully packed to protect pitchers in transit. Includes care instructions and cultivar labeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach plant is unique — pitcher size and coloration may vary slightly by season. 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This vigorous self-cross selection has been chosen for exceptional growth rate, robust pitcher production, and rich coloration, making it an outstanding choice for both new and experienced growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall, upright pitchers with deep red to maroon coloration throughout the tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow-green hood with contrasting red veining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorous growth habit — expect larger pitchers and faster establishment than typical \u003cem\u003eflava\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent insect-trapping performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight daily) for best coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the tray method with pure water (rain, distilled, or RO) — keep tray filled 1–2 inches year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:1 peat moss and perlite or pure long-fiber sphagnum moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a winter dormancy period of 3–4 months with cooler temperatures (35–50°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed — let the plant catch its own prey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are shipped bare-root or potted depending on size of plant, well-established, and ready to thrive in your bog garden or container setup. Each plant is grown outdoors at our Gulf Coast nursery under full sun conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gulf Coast Carnivores","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48602425295093,"sku":"SFLAVA-RUBR","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/5012\/2997\/files\/20260815_192932.jpg?v=1786874993"},{"product_id":"nepenthes-bloody-mary","title":"Nepenthes 'Bloody Mary'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNepenthes 'Bloody Mary'\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most visually striking tropical pitcher plants available. A hybrid of \u003cem\u003eN. maxima\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eN. trusmadiensis\u003c\/em\u003e, this cultivar is prized for its \u003cstrong\u003edeep blood-red pitchers\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003evigorous growth\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ewide temperature tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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