Adult Bug Bat Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia x Bug Bat)

Ease of Cultivation: Simple
Dormancy: Highly Recommended
Native Habitat: Wet Pocosins of the Gulf Coast and Southeastern North America
Recommended Hardiness Zones: 6-8 (5-9)

The Bug Bat Pitcher Plant, an imposing cultivar, features copper-toned pitchers adorned with rounded, gracefully arching, reddish hoods. The trap tops are characterized by their slender profile, showcasing the captivating red and white hues inherited from its S. minor parentage, complete with distinct veining and rows of white areoles (windows). This robust plant readily establishes dense colonies and flourishes in open, sun-drenched, boggy environments, maintaining its vibrant coloration even through frosty conditions. Its dark red, fragrant flowers typically bloom in the middle of the season, making it a standout addition to your bog garden. Bug Bat is a multifaceted cultivar believed to be a hybrid of (S. alata x psittacina) x minor Okee.

Please be aware that when ordering, plants are shipped bare-root and carefully enveloped in moist sphagnum moss. During its dormant phase, it will be shipped as a dormant rhizome with trimmed-off pitchers. The provided photographs represent the distinctive characteristics of the cultivar and not the specific plant you will receive.

Key Specifications:

• Height: 6″ – 16″
• Plant Type: Perennial, temperate
• Soil: Suitable for Lower Bog or General CP Mix
• Light: Flourishes indoors with bright light, and thrives in full sun to partial sun when outdoors
• Recommended Uses: Well-suited for bog gardens, greenhouses, and indoor cultivation.