Yellow trumpet

In spring, this carnivorous plant produces pretty yellow flowers - 5cm (2in) across. It likes nutrient-poor, acidic soils and is associated with streams and ponds, preferring the damp soil conditions. This rosette-forming perennial has rolled leaves ingeniously forming a vertical tube. Water collects in the tube, attracting insects. Once on the rim the insect loses its footing and slips into the water. After a short period the insect decomposes and the plant absorbs its nutrients. This plant originates from Northern America, where the climate can be very cold in winter. British gardeners can grow it outside all year. However, since it likes boggy, acidic soils it may be simpler to grow it in a container. Water the plant with rainwater because limey water kills it.

Looks good with:

Sarracenia purpurea subsp. Purpurea
Dionaea muscipula