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How should you go about choosing a Venus fly trap?

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When choosing a Venus Fly Trap, make sure that it is not dry and wrinkled up. Many come with covers on them, so another thing you want to look for is making sure it is not rotted. Look for mold and black around the base of the plant. Generally, if you find any of the above, the plant may not be healthy. read more

When choosing a Venus Fly Trap, make sure that it is not dry and wrinkled up. Many come with covers on them, so another thing you want to look for is making sure it is not rotted. read more

Native to North Carolina, the venus fly trap can handle warm, humid weather well as cool temperatures. Many people grow venus flytraps as a hobby or for fly control. However, if you choose to purchase a venus flytrap, you will need to care for it diligently. read more

If you read my post on different types of carnivorous plants, you know that a winter dormancy is essential to a Venus flytrap’s longevity. A terrarium is certainly not going to allow for that. Sure, you can shorten the photo period to simulate a seasonal change, but this is basically a two-part issue with heat. read more