Chelsea Flower Show 19 May 2026

Chelsea Flower Show

At the Chelsea Flower Show, not every plant plays nice—some come with a bite. Meet the pitcher plants, nature"s quiet hunters, turning a garden stroll into a low-key thriller. These striking carnivores, often from the genus Sarracenia, use modified leaves shaped like tall tubes—pitchers—to lure, trap and digest insects. Nectar around the lid isn"t just sweet—it"s a little sinister, helping insects lose their footing, while downward-pointing bristles keep escape plans firmly off the table.

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