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Handling Frozen Venus Flytraps: Iowa Zone 5a Winter Protection

One freeze (4-20°F) likely didn't kill acclimated King Henry VFTs. Move to garage (30s°F ideal) or cool windowsill. Zone 5a requires protection—bury in mulch if left outside. Keep soil damp, not waterlogged. Spray sulfur fungicide against mold. Return to tray watering at spring growth resumption.

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