
How to Prune Purple pitcher plant?
(Sarracenia purpurea)
Purple pitcher plant, also known as Huntsman's cup, Turtle socks
A carnivorous plant with tubular leaves that capture and digest insects, purple pitcher plant benefits from pruning to remove dead or damaged foliage, promoting healthier growth. Trim old pitchers in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Deadhead flowers after blooming if seed production is not desired, conserving purple pitcher plant's energy for foliage development. Pruning is all-year possible, but focus on the plant's dormancy period for best results. This care maintains aesthetic appeal and ensures vigorous, unobstructed new pitchers.