Growing Venus Flytraps in Zone 9: Normal Care Applies

Justin asks if Zone 8 plants (VFTs) grow in Zone 9 with special tricks.

Zone 9 still has enough seasonal change for normal dormancy. It's just shorter; no special winter protection needed. Standard VFT care applies.

Venus flytraps grow fine in Zone 9 with standard care. Dormancy occurs naturally—just shorter.

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