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Terrarium Check: Temperature, Ventilation, and Hands-Off Time

New Terrarium Looks Great—Now Manage the Microclimate

A grower finished a 10-gallon terrarium with Nepenthes, D. capensis, spathulata, aliciae, lance leaf, and burmannii.

Watch Temps for Nepenthes and D. aliciae

Both prefer slightly cooler nights. Ventilate if temps exceed 84°F; aim for 65°F at night. D. burmannii is prone to basal mold—ventilation helps.

Leave Plants Alone

Carnivores thrive on neglect. No touching, moving, or handling except twice a week for feeding/play. The responder (Dan) works weekends at Lowe's; may reply slower Fri–Sun.

Happy Growing,
Dan

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