Identifying and Treating Caterpillar and Slug Damage on Sarracenia

Two Different Pests, Two Approaches

Photos showing ragged holes in pitchers often reveal two culprits: caterpillars (clean cuts) and slugs/snails (irregular rasping).

Treatment Plan

• Caterpillars: Apply Bacillus thuringiensis (BT) spray—organic, specific, bee‑safe.
• Slugs/snails: Use iron‑phosphate bait (e.g., Sluggo) around pots.
• General: Neem oil or spinosad for broader coverage; reapply after rain.

Avoid systemic neonicotinoids (imidacloprid) when plants are in bloom to protect pollinators.