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Repotting Mature Sarracenia 'Dana's Delight': Wait Until Spring to Divide

Roots out bottom and rhizome covering surface = can wait 1 more year. Over-potting (larger pot) is fine. Don't divide now—only in spring. Max height ~18 inches.

See Volume 1 DVD for repotting/division demo.

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