Buying Temperate Carnivorous Plants in Winter: Repot Immediately for Protection

Buying Temperate Carnivorous Plants in Winter: Repot Immediately for Protection

Bonita (Zone 7, DC) wants to buy temperate plants on Black Friday but worries about small pots freezing solid. Asks if repotting on arrival disrupts them.

Repot Immediately—It Helps

Larger pots insulate roots better. Current DC temps slightly warmer than OR nursery (27°F last night). Mild freezes fine in small pots. Low 20s/teens = need protection. Volume #1 DVD has full winterizing chapter.

Key Takeaway

Repot winter-purchased temperate CPs into larger pots right away. It improves freeze protection. Act when temps hit low 20s.