{"product_id":"nepenthes-bloody-mary-tropical-pitcher-plant","title":"Nepenthes 'Bloody Mary' – Tropical Pitcher Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNepenthes 'Bloody Mary' is one of the most popular carnivorous plants thanks to its dramatic deep red pitchers and easy-going nature. Believed to be a hybrid involving \u003cem data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eNepenthes ampullaria\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"289\"\u003eNepenthes ventricosa\u003c\/em\u003e, it combines the rich colouration and compact growth of its parent species with excellent adaptability to indoor conditions. The glossy green foliage provides the perfect backdrop for its blood-red traps, which are produced freely throughout the growing season. Compact, colourful, and relatively forgiving, 'Bloody Mary' is an ideal introduction to the world of Nepenthes and a favourite among experienced collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"706\"\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"709\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBright indirect light is ideal. A few hours of gentle morning sun can help encourage deeper pitcher colouration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"792\"\u003e Watering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eKeep the compost consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water with rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"954\"\u003ePrefers warm conditions between 20–30°C and should be protected from temperatures below 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003ePotting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003eUse a moisture-retentive but airy carnivorous plant mix. Long-fibre sphagnum moss, orchid bark, and perlite work well. Avoid standard potting composts and fertilisers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eHot Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eHigh humidity encourages larger and more colourful pitchers. If the plant stops producing pitchers, it often needs more humidity or brighter light. Do not feed meat or fertiliser into the pitchers—your plant will catch what it needs naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003ePet Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, though it's best to discourage pets from chewing the pitchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Plant Studio","offers":[{"title":"8.5cm","offer_id":58167484776835,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/9697\/7440\/files\/IMG_4449.jpg?v=1780665039","url":"https:\/\/plant.studio\/products\/nepenthes-bloody-mary-tropical-pitcher-plant","provider":"Plant Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}