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Drosera binata Propagation: Root Cuttings Size and Expert Resource

Root Cuttings Work, But Consult the Sundew Specialist

A grower accidentally broke a root piece while repotting and got a new plant. They asked what root size to use intentionally.

Expert Referral

The responder (Dan) doesn’t do root cuttings for D. binata but recommends Aaron May ("the sundewman") at growsundews.com for detailed propagation guidance.

Happy Growing,
Dan

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