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Venus Flytraps and Rain: Do Storms Trigger Traps?

Curious: when VFTs are out in rain/thunderstorms/hail/wind, will rain trigger traps? Need protection?

Expert Answer: No Protection Needed

Jacob Farin: triggers need two touches in 20–30 seconds. These plants grow wild in NC rain. Nursery grows exclusively outdoors—no special rain care. It's natural.

Good growing!
Jacob Farin

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