Southern Primrose Butterwort Seeds – Carnivorous Plant Seeds for Home Gardens

Southern Primrose Butterwort is a carnivorous perennial plant valued for its compact rosette growth habit, smooth green leaves, and delicate purple flowers. It is commonly grown in carnivorous plant collections, terrariums, bog gardens, and specialized containers. The plant performs best in bright light with moist, acidic to neutral growing media depending on species and consistently suitable moisture conditions. Suitable for unique plant displays, Southern Primrose Butterwort adds ornamental flowers and distinctive foliage to carnivorous plant collections.

Features

• Carnivorous perennial plant with a compact rosette growth habit
• Produces smooth leaves and delicate ornamental flowers
• Suitable for terrariums, bog gardens, and carnivorous plant collections
• Adaptable to humid growing environments
• Performs well in bright light to partial shade
• Suitable for ornamental plant displays

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Pinguicula primuliflora
• Common Name (US): Southern Primrose Butterwort
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Plant Seed
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial rosette
• USDA Zones: 7–10
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Season Months: March–May
• Germination: 30–90 days under suitable moisture and temperature conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Bright Light to Partial Shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, nutrient-poor mix suitable for butterworts
• Watering Needs: Moderate to High; maintain consistent moisture using suitable water sources
• Mature Plant Size: 2–6 in tall, 3–6 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 3–6 in apart