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Nepenthes Pitcher Water: Keep a Little, Don’t Fill

A grower asks how much water to keep in “picture” (pitcher) plant pitchers.

Some Water Is Natural; Don’t Overfill

Rain enters pitchers in nature; a little is fine. Healthy plants produce their own fluid. Don’t fill to the top—no benefit. See our care guide and DVD 3.

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