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Peat Moss Alternatives for Sarracenia: Only Sphagnum Works

Growing S. flava, need new compost, don't want peat. Coir said to kill them. Good alternatives?

Expert Answer: Sphagnum Moss Only

Jacob Farin: only reliable peat substitute for Sarracenia is sphagnum moss (live or dried). Straight live sphagnum works phenomenally. Dried sphagnum + equal perlite/pumice for drainage. Warning: only for Sarracenia—won't work long-term for VFTs/sundews.

Peat Info Links

Peat Society, Peat Moss Info

Good growing!
Jacob Farin

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