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Purple Butterwort Flower Seeds for Planting

Purple Butterwort Flower Seeds for Planting

$16.89 USD
$16.89 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Prepare a pot or tray with a moist, well-draining soil mix (peat-based or carnivorous plant substrate).
Scatter seeds on the soil surface; do not bury.
Lightly mist the soil to maintain moisture.
Place in bright indirect light.
Keep soil consistently damp; maintain humidity for better germination.
Germination typically occurs within 2–6 weeks.

How to Grow

Water with distilled or rainwater only; avoid tap water.
Maintain bright, indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun.
Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Remove dead leaves to prevent mold or fungus.
Fertilizers are generally not required; these plants thrive in low-nutrient conditions.

Tips

Always maintain a humid environment.
Avoid letting soil dry completely.
Great for indoor terrariums or shaded balconies.
Can naturally reduce small flying insects in indoor spaces.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Perennial

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Carnivorous leaves

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Low-growing

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Spring – Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Ornamental

suitable-for

Suitable for

Both

About
Purple Butterwort Flower Seeds for Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

Exotic flower seeds

plant-type

Plant Type

Carnivorous flowering plant


Purple Butterwort (Pinguicula species) is an exotic carnivorous plant prized for its sticky green leaves that trap small insects and its delicate purple flowers. It grows in rosettes, making it perfect for terrariums, pots, or shaded garden spaces. Easy to maintain, this perennial plant thrives in moist, nutrient-poor soil and requires bright indirect light. A fascinating addition for collectors, hobbyists, and anyone looking to cultivate unique ornamental plants with natural insect control properties.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

NA

plant-height

Plant Height

5–10 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Bright Indirect

water-needs

Water Needs

High

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

USDA 7–10

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

10–15 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

Surface Sow

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Moist soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000135497

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are Butterwort leaves sticky?

The leaves naturally produce a sticky surface that helps capture tiny insects.

Does Butterwort need regular fertilizer?

It is generally grown without conventional fertilizer in suitable carnivorous plant media.

Can Purple Butterwort grow in terrariums?

Yes. It adapts well to humid terrarium environments with good airflow.

Should Butterwort be planted in ordinary garden soil?

No. It grows best in low-nutrient media designed for carnivorous plants.

Does Butterwort flower while producing sticky leaves?

Yes. Healthy plants can bloom while maintaining their insect-trapping foliage.

Can Butterwort be displayed indoors?

Yes. Bright indirect light and proper moisture make it suitable for indoor displays.