Hardy Butterwort Seeds – Carnivorous Plant Seeds for Home Gardens

Hardy Butterwort Seeds are from cold-tolerant carnivorous plants in the genus Pinguicula, valued for their compact rosette growth habit, sticky leaves, and seasonal flowering characteristics. These temperate butterwort species are commonly grown in bog gardens, outdoor containers, terrariums, and specialty carnivorous plant collections. They perform best in cool growing conditions with bright light, nutrient-poor growing media, and consistent moisture. Suitable for temperate botanical displays, Hardy Butterworts provide unique foliage structures and natural variation among different species.

Features

• Carnivorous plant seeds from hardy Pinguicula species
• Produces compact rosette foliage with sticky leaf surfaces
• Suitable for bog gardens, outdoor containers, and terrariums
• Adapted to cooler growing conditions depending on species
• Requires nutrient-poor, well-draining growing media
• Features seasonal growth patterns and flowering variations

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Pinguicula spp.
• Common Name (US): Hardy Butterwort
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Plant Seed
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial rosette
• USDA Zones: 3–8 (varies by species)
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Winter to Spring
• Sowing Season Months: December–April
• Germination: 14–90 days; varies by species and growing conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Bright Light to Partial Sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist, nutrient-poor mix with peat, sand, perlite, or mineral-based components depending on species
• Watering Needs: Maintain consistent moisture using distilled or rain water
• Mature Plant Size: 2–8 in tall, 3–8 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 3–8 in apart