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Algae vs. Reviving Moss in Carnivorous Plant Pots

Green growth on brown peat is typically algae—harmless short-term but can smother seedlings if heavy. Control: use mineral-free water, top-water frequently to wash spores, scrape excess. Heavy buildup signals repotting time.

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