{"product_id":"nepenthes-bill-bailey-rooted-basal","title":"Nepenthes singalana × ventricosa 'Bill Bailey'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNepenthes 'Bill Bailey'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bill Bailey' is a selected hybrid of \u003cem\u003eNepenthes singalana × ventricosa\u003c\/em\u003e, known for being vigorous, adaptable and easy to grow. This exact plant is an established rooted basal division separated from our long-term mother plant - a female specimen used in our own breeding stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hybrid combines the darker pitcher colour and highland influence of \u003cem\u003eN. singalana\u003c\/em\u003e with the strong growth, reliability and beginner-friendly nature of \u003cem\u003eN. ventricosa\u003c\/em\u003e. Mature pitchers are typically deep red to burgundy, with a rounded ventricosa influence and a bright, neatly defined peristome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this plant stand out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelected cultivar\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eNepenthes singalana × ventricosa\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Bill Bailey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstablished rooted basal division\u003c\/strong\u003e — separated from our long-term mother plant and growing independently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemale breeding stock parent\u003c\/strong\u003e — propagated from one of our established collection plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy intermediate hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e — vigorous, forgiving and suitable for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9-10cm leafspan\u003c\/strong\u003e — compact young plant with juvenile pitchers developing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne plant, one listing\u003c\/strong\u003e — WYSIWYG; you receive the exact plant photographed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the photographs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first photographs show the exact established rooted basal division currently available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mature pitcher image shows our mother plant and is included as a reference for the deeper red pitcher colour and mature form this clone can develop with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipped bareroot — the collector's way\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant ships bareroot with roots wrapped in moist sphagnum moss. Bareroot shipping reduces transit stress, protects the root system and allows you to pot the plant directly into your preferred Nepenthes mix or growing setup upon arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very easy intermediate Nepenthes that adapts well to normal household conditions. It performs well on a bright windowsill, in a terrarium, greenhouse cabinet, grow tent or sheltered indoor growing space with good airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts current size makes it especially useful for terrariums and smaller setups, while the ventricosa influence gives it the vigour and reliability that make Bill Bailey such a rewarding plant to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size plant will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG listing. You will receive the exact plant photographed, currently measuring approximately 9cm leafspan with juvenile pitchers developing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a basal division?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This plant originated as a basal shoot and was separated from our long-term mother plant. It has its own established root system, active growth and juvenile pitchers developing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Bill Bailey is a very easy, beginner-friendly Nepenthes that handles normal household and intermediate growing conditions well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow this in a terrarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. At this size, it is ideal for a terrarium, greenhouse cabinet or high-humidity growing setup. With bright light and stable conditions, it should grow quickly and produce more impressive pitchers as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does it ship bareroot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBareroot shipping is the preferred method for collector Nepenthes. Roots are wrapped in moist sphagnum moss to reduce stress during transit and allow you to choose your own preferred growing setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I only buy one?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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