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Mild Winter Outdoor Cultivation of Cephalotus, Drosophyllum, and Drosera regia

Day 53-57°F/night 46-50°F is safe for all three species outdoors. They tolerate light freezes. Monitor forecasts—return indoors if hard freezes return. Forum discussion on Drosophyllum cold tolerance available for reference.

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