Managing Live Sphagnum for Darlingtonia Seedlings

Derick's Darlingtonia seedlings are growing in live sphagnum in a bog pot, but the moss threatens to choke them. He asks if trimming the moss back periodically is feasible.

Expert Advice: Careful Trimming or Pressing Down

Jeff Dallas says because seedlings are tiny, trim the sphagnum with small scissors and use magnifying lenses for precision. Alternatively, gently press it down.

Silver Lining

Live sphagnum is actually excellent for carnivorous plants: keeps media acidic, cools roots, inhibits pathogens.

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
www.cobraplant.com