Collecting and Sowing Drosera spatulata Seeds

A grower's D. spatulata has 4–5 flower stalks opening. Asks for a concise seed collection guide.

Process

1. Wait for flowers to open, close, and seed pods to dry/blacken (about a month).
2. When scape blackens, clip and shake/crush pods over white paper to collect tiny seeds.
3. Sow on peat/perlite with fine moss top dressing; barely sprinkle moss over seeds.
4. Assist pollination: tap/shake/blow on open flowers for a few minutes.
5. Keep in strong light, hydrated, with occasional prey for best seed set.

Don't despair if no seeds – adjust environment and try again.