Caring for carnivorous plants can be a bit tricky, and not just due to the food you need to feed them. Knowing about the biology of the plants you want to own is crucial to keeping the plants healthy. Dormancy is particularly important to learn … [Read more...] about Do Sundews Go Dormant?
3 Signs That Your Pitcher Plant is Dying
Growing a pitcher plant isn’t quite like growing other plants in your garden. They require special care, and it’s not always easy to tell whether they’re getting it or not. The pitcher plant might seem like it’s off to a great start, only to turn … [Read more...] about 3 Signs That Your Pitcher Plant is Dying
Can You Overfeed a Venus Flytrap?
Venus Flytraps are small plants that can grow from six to eight inches in diameter and eat insects. They lure their prey to their doom by using sweet-smelling nectar and then, using toothed “traps” that are really specialized hinged leaves, trap them … [Read more...] about Can You Overfeed a Venus Flytrap?
How to Take Care of a Sundew Correctly
I’ve been interested in carnivorous plants for a long time, and I decided to adopt my very own sundew. These plants are unique and can be difficult to care for, so I wanted to share what I learned about caring for a sundew. How to take care of a … [Read more...] about How to Take Care of a Sundew Correctly
Are Carnivorous Plants Dangerous to Humans?
There is a load of information out there regarding carnivorous plants. With that wealth of information comes a lot of uncertainty on the subject. It can be difficult to ascertain whether carnivorous plants are dangerous to humans. But don’t worry; I … [Read more...] about Are Carnivorous Plants Dangerous to Humans?
