Basics for a first timer Sarracenia grower

[markym4rk]

Hi everyone,

It seems that growing a VFT or sundew isnt quite enough.
Although I am fortunate enough to recieve some seeds of sorts from Tom during the spring. I plan to sow some S. Purpurea sometime in the not so distant future.

Do any of you pro Sarracenia growers have any basic tips for a newbie sarracenia growing like myself?

Thx in advance.

[Sawchuk]

i bought a Judith Hindle and its very tolorant of lower light conditions and extremely wet soil with no lack in growth but much in color

my tip would be give it as much SUN as possible meaning direct aswell prob not seedlings though??!?

hows that for a tip lol

avoid extreme wind as they dont mix well

[markym4rk]

thx for tip sawchuk.. i'll definately have to try out the winter dormancy before i get too into it.

[Rick Hillier]

Also, avoid vicious thunderstorms and hail, as that will definitely destroy sarracenia. I know this from experience.

[Flytrap]

Always make sure that their feet are wet. Never let it dry out in the summer!

All my sarrs are sitting in trays in about 4" of water all year round (yes even during our winters - as I've learned that a frozen block of ice is better than a frozen dessicated soil ball)

[markym4rk]

thx for the tips guys