Bulk rhizomes are recent divisions (within the past 30 days) and represent a purely random selection of species and hybrids. Plants are strictly unlabeled and unidentified.
Type of Plant: Outdoor perennial for container growing. Sunlight: Full sun during the growing season. Water: Low-mineral water (50 ppm or less). Soil: Equal parts peat moss and perlite only. Winter: Dormant. Minimal protection in USDA zones 7-9. Mulch in colder regions.
2-OUNCE PACK
Recent divisions are sold in 2-ounce packs only. The actual number of rhizomes in each pack will vary due to size and variety. We guarantee only the weight of each 2-ounce pack, not the number of rhizomes.
*All photos are examples of how 2-ounce packs may vary in number and size of rhizomes. Banana is for scale and not included.
Bare root rhizomes are shipped without pots or soil. They are best suited for growers who understand the seasonal growth cycle of Sarracenia. Please read the FAQ below for details.
Seasonal Appearance and Monthly Care Video
FAQ about Bare Root Sarracenia Rhizomes
Why purchase recent divisions in bulk? You save money. A lot of money.
These rhizomes are recent divisions of very large mother plants in our collection. When dividing plants, we trim off excess rhizomes and roots, so they will need time to recover. They will look their best during their second or third growing season after division. If you're willing to care for recently divided rhizomes during their recovery phase, you can save a lot of money!
Bare root rhizomes are availbable December-February only.
Which varieties are included? Bulk plants are randomly selected from an undisclosed batch of overstocked plants, discontinued plants, and plants that lost their labels. When rhizomes are divided and trimmed, they are placed into a large bin with other rhizomes. All selections are done randomly. Consider it like a grab bag. The fun is seeing what pops up!
How are sizes gauged? With bulk plants, we don't bother sorting plants by size. Recent divisions are trimmed down to the growing point. Essentially, they have smaller rhizomes and fewer roots than an established plant. Expect your rhizomes to fit appropriately in 2-inch, 3-inch, and 4-inch pots. Selection is done randomly.
How many rhizomes are in each pack? We guarantee only the weight of each 2-ounce pack. Rhizomes will vary in size, depending on variety and the way they break off from the mother plant. Some packs have only two rhizomes because they're larger and weigh more. Others might have as many as 8 because they're much smaller and have fewer roots. However, the weight of each pack is the same - 2 ounces.
Packs are selected randomly when orders are fulfilled. Please view photos above for examples of variability of these 2-ounce packs. (Banana is for scale and not included.)
What will I need when my Sarracenia arrive? • Carnivorous plant soil mix (equal parts peat moss and perlite) • Plastic pots of the appropriate size
Are instructions included? Yes, you will receive instructions on how to pot and care for your rhizomes. You can also watch our YouTube video.
How large will the pitchers grow? The natural growing season for Sarracenia is April - September. When actively growing, the size of the pitcher will depend on the variety and initial size of the division.
Unlabeled packs of rhizomes are selected from a random mix of Sarracernias. Some are tall and slender. Others are short and stout.
With recently divided rhizomes, you can expect to see their full potential size in 2-3 growing seasons.
Can you make sure I don't receive any duplicates? Rhizomes are prepackaged and randomly selected from a large bin of freshly divided rhizomes. Duplication is unavoidable and will likely occur.
I'm not ready to pot them up. Can I wait? For best results, pot them immediately upon arrival. If you need to delay potting, spray your rhizomes with a sulur-based fungicide as directed by the manufacturer. Place the rhizomes back into the plastic bag and store them in your refrigerator where they can be kept there for 6-8 weeks. Check on them periodically for mold and fungus. Spray with additional sulfur-based fungicide as needed.
Can you hold rhizomes for me to ship later? Because bare root rhizomes are perishable, we need to ship them within 1 week of your order.
Do you guarantee that your rhizomes will grow for me? We guarantee plants for 30 days as long as you follow the instructions provided with your plants. A healthy rhizome will be firm with supple roots and white inner flesh. Beyond the 30-day period, you assume all responsibility for the rhizomes' health and growth. If you're an experienced grower and willing to assume the majority of the risk, bare root rhizomes can be a great bargain.
While we do not guarantee how you may interpret or implement our instructions, we are available to answer your questions. Please visit the Ask The Growerspage or the 30-Day Guarantee page for more information.
NOTE: If you are new to growing Sarracenia, consider purchasing an established potted plant instead. You will have better success learning about their seasonal growth habits and care when starting off with established potted plants rather than bare root rhizomes.
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
Reviews
5
Bare Root Sarracenia (10-Pack)
Posted by Matthew - The Lents Farmer on March 1, 2017
Decided to order three x 10-packs of bare root Sarracenia this during spring Snowpocalypse 2017. Sarracenia Northwest was kind enough to let me know there would be a delay in shipping. Still received the package in a timely manner. Was pleased with the roots I received. I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect as I had never ordered bare roots before, but there seemed to be a good variety. They were nice enough to include a few extra roots. Potted the roots the following weekend. Everything looks good and I’m excited to see how the plants grow this season.
4
A Review of 2 Bare Root Sarracenia 10 Packs
Posted by Robert Barr on March 1, 2017
I always smile to myself when I order pitcher plants found in the wild in the Southeastern U.S. from West Coast growers. It seems like completing a cycle of sorts by bringing the boys back home. These are the first rhizome cuttings I have ordered from Sarracenia Northwest althoough I have purchased other items from these good people. I have been consistently impressed with the quality of their stock, their attention to detail in packing, their quick turnaround on shipping, and their pricing. I only wish that we were closer together so that I could occasionally pay them a visit to shoot the breeze and peruse their nursery. Oh well, you can't have everything, and at least I'm just a day-trip away from naturally occurring stands of many varieties of my beloved pitcher plants. Maybe you guys can come see me and then let me hitch a ride back to visit you!
5
The Bare Root Sarracenia (10-Pack)
Posted by barry myers on March 1, 2017
Bare Root Sarracenia (10-Pack) was a great deal. They are all potted up and I am curious as to what I might have when they start to grow.
5
Happy Rhizomes
Posted by Jennie on March 1, 2017
I received my pack of mystery sarracenia rhizomes with clear instructions and some bonus rhizomes because of a weather delay in shipping. They are happily in pots and I am excited to see what grows soon.
5
First time order, Amazing results!
Posted by Brian Chadwick-Robinson on March 1, 2017
The owners apologized for the delay in shipping out the plants though I was impressed at the speed of delivery. The plants were in my hands in less than 2 weeks. This in the middle of Winter. The plants arrived in perfect condition and most of the divisions were much larger than I anticipated. Some larger than potted plants I have purchased. Some were a bit on the small side but my order of plants included 73 plants in total. I ran out of pots to plant them all into. Many had flower buds on them already this spring and most are sending up nice pitchers. This was my first time ordering from Sarracenia Northwest and I will be ordering again soon!
5
Great Plants
Posted by Travis Ferry on March 1, 2017
Plants arrived in perfect condition, packaging was great. Shipping was fast. Order even seemed to contain more than 10 rhizomes.
5
Sarracenia 10-Pack
Posted by Unknown on March 1, 2017
The Sarracenia divisions are perfect. You shipped a generous selection of beautiful, healthy plants. I'm looking forward to seeing them unfurl their pitches this spring.
5
Beautiful "little" plants
Posted by E Hatcher on March 1, 2017
The sarracenias were packed well, and they were still wet when they arrived, but did not leak. It looks like there is a nice variety of shades of red & green, however they are still in winter dormancy, so I can't really guess what types they are. All were alive, the few smaller ones were about as big around as my ring finger, and some pretty big ones were included. Nice job, I'm excited to see what pops up in the spring!
5
Bare root Sarracenia sale
Posted by Keith Wiedmar on March 1, 2017
Received more plants than I purchased. Had so many I potted a few up and gave to a colleague. He was ecstatic. Excellent price and healthy looking plants. Can't wait for warm weather to see them start to grow.
5
BARE ROOT SARACENIAS
Posted by robert wiebusch on March 1, 2017
I ordered 3 rhizomes and received 11! They are planted and sending up new pitchers already. Great job.
5
Bare Root Sarracenia Leucophylla
Posted by Unknown on April 4, 2016
Plants are of good size and arrived in great shape. Very happy with my purchase!
5
Plant good
Posted by H.Keith Hoff on April 3, 2016
Plant is growing well. It seems to be growing just one shoot? I have it in my solar room until it gets warmer out side. Is one shoot normal? Thanks for being concerned.
What product name for a sulfur base fungicide?
