Venus Flytraps Breaking Dormancy Early in West Virginia

A WV grower’s flytraps (overwintered in cool, dim basement window) are emerging in January after only 2 months dormancy. Sarracenia and sundews remain dormant.

Move to Cool, Bright Spot or Accept Early Growth

Sun warming pots triggers emergence. If a cool, sunless window is available, keep them there to prolong dormancy. Otherwise, roll with it—2 months is often sufficient. Critical: Remove any flower stalks, especially if plantlets form (vegetative apomixis), which often kills the mother plant.