Common name: Trumpet Pitcher Plant ‘Fiona’

Latin name: Sarracenia ‘Fiona’

Best position in the home: Requires a very bright position with plenty of direct sunlight to thrive. A sunny south or west-facing windowsill is ideal, or a conservatory where it can bask in strong light throughout the day. Avoid shaded areas, as this will reduce pitcher formation and colour intensity.

Water requirements: Keep the compost consistently moist at all times by standing the pot in a shallow tray of rainwater or distilled water. Never allow the soil to dry out. Avoid tap water, as the minerals can harm the plant over time.

Home impact: A beautifully ornamental carnivorous plant, ‘Fiona’ produces elegant upright pitchers often flushed with soft pinks, reds and greens. Its sculptural form and unusual insect-trapping habit make it a standout feature on any sunny windowsill. Both decorative and functional, it adds a unique botanical twist to your indoor space.

Potential height at full growth: Typically grows to around 30–60cm in height, forming upright clusters of colourful pitchers.

How to look after it: Place in full sun to encourage strong growth and vibrant colouring. Keep sitting in a tray of rainwater or distilled water at all times. Do not fertilise, as it gains nutrients from insects. Allow a natural winter dormancy period by moving to a cooler spot and slightly reducing watering. Repot every 1–2 years using specialist carnivorous plant compost.

Beginner friendliness 3/5 

Confident Beginner! Easy to care for when given enough light and the correct watering routine, making it a rewarding choice for those ready to try carnivorous plants.

With its elegant pitchers and soft, shifting colours, ‘Fiona’ brings a refined yet fascinating presence to the home, blending beauty with a touch of the unexpected.