Question
I notice Capensis Red leaf will have new growth at the base
as to where Capensis Broad leaf will have new growth on the Stem.
Thus in a period of time it may look like a small Palm tree.

Question is... should one Top trim this plant  to keep new growth closer to the Base?

Thanks

Answer
Hi Brett,

In nature Broadleaf D. capensis has something of a scrambling habit where they grow up, flop over, then root.  It's really useful when you're growing on a hillside in a spring seep.

In cultivation you can decapitate the plant below one of the new side roots that develop, pot it up giving you a new plant.  The bottom stem stump will then develop numerous new shoots.  You can also just repot the whole thing deeper in a larger pot.  Be sure to trim off any dead foliage.

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.growcarnivorousplants.com