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First Carnivorous Plant Recommendations for East Window

Angela (Gray, TN) wants first carnivorous plant for east window (bright sun until 2 PM, then filtered), 68°F/50–85% RH summer, 74°F/30–50% RH winter, distilled/rain water, prefers winter dormancy delivery, brighter color, medium-small size. Knows flytraps/N. American pitchers unsuitable.

Jeff Dallas: Check tropical section—many suit east windows. Top picks: Cape Sundews, King Sundews, Mexican Butterworts, Nepenthes hybrids. No dormancy concerns. Choose what appeals.

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
https://www.cobraplant.com

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