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Cats Obsessed with Pitcher Plants: Nectar Attraction

4 pitcher plant varieties, 2 cats extremely attracted to them (not other houseplants). What's attractive?

Expert Theory: Sweet Nectar

Jeff Dallas: assuming Nepenthes (indoors). They exude sugary nectar on pitchers/leaves. Cats may like the taste. Try peppermint oil on cotton balls around plants—cats dislike it, smells like candy canes.

Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
https://www.cobraplant.com

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