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Rescued Venus Flytrap in Sphagnum: Leave Alone Until Spring Repotting

A pet-store rescue Dionaea in poor condition (one live trap, cut flower stalk) is in sphagnum moss. Asks whether to repot now or wait.

Wait Until Late March

Leave it be. Repot in late March, then move outdoors when frost danger passes. Overwinter in a cool, sunless north window. Check for mold every few days.

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