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Transplanting Darlingtonia: Timing, Media, and Root Care

For zone 7 North Carolina, late winter/early spring is ideal for transplanting Darlingtonia into a bog. Use live sphagnum moss to buffer conditions. Minimize root disturbance—keep some old soil. Apply Superthrive to aid root establishment. Avoid lava rock/scoria in peat mixes; substitute pumice or bark.

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
https://www.cobraplant.com

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