Carnivorous Companions

A collection of carnivorous companions complements a colorful container and creates a carnival of carnivores (say that 3 times fast). The plants we offer are often found in natural community associations in areas where carnivorous plants are found in the wild. Although some may be considered aggressive and competitive, we have found the group we offer to be manageable in a containerized bog. Many are quite rare in the horticultural trade. All are native.

Sabatia kennedyana Common Name: Marsh pink Sabatia kennedyana, Marsh pink, in it's specialized habitat, forms rhizomatous colonies along shores of ponds in the NE coastal plains. The warm sweet scent of the 1 - 2" flowers is very inviting as it lingers in the air.  Pink,... [ More Info ]

Spiranthes oderata Common Name: Ladies tress orchid Spiranthes odorata, Ladies tress orchid, is a must for that shady boggy spot in the garden.  White bell shaped flowers with ruffled petals spiral up 12-18" stems on this exotic beauty late summer into early fall.   Leaves a... [ More Info ]