Looking for quick tips to help care for your Venus fly trap? Our growers have some advice based on their years of experience cultivating this carnivorous plant.
Tip 1: Water Wisely
Tap water is toxic to Venus fly traps. Its pH is too high, and the chlorine will burn these plants. Our growers have had the greatest success irrigating using rainwater, distilled water, or a charcoal filter.
Tip 2: Keep the Growing Medium Moist
Venus fly traps naturally grow in bogs where there is constant moisture. To replicate these conditions, keep the growing medium consistently moist.
Tip 3: Peat Moss Preferred
Our grower's experience is that Venus fly traps grow best in peat moss and sphagnum moss which have low PH levels. It’s the perfect bedding for their boggy paradise.
Tip 4: Forget the Fertilizer
Venus fly traps naturally grow in nutrient-poor environments, so they do just fine without fertilizer. Instead, treat your plant to an insect snack every 10-14 days. Flies, mealworms, spiders, beetles, or even slugs make great choices for a delightful feast!
Tip 5: Bright Light is Best
These plants are sun worshippers! Position your Venus fly trap near a bright window where it can bask in direct sunlight. If it doesn’t get at least 10 hours of light a day, it might start to go dormant. So, let the sunshine in!
With these tips, your Venus fly trap will be set to thrive and showcase its incredible carnivorous charm. Enjoy nurturing this unique plant!
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