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Drosera capensis Thrives Under Constant 14-Hour Photoperiod

A grower asks if cape sundews need seasonal light changes or can grow year-round under 2×40W fluorescents, 14 hrs/day.

Answer

Despite seasonal changes in native South Africa, D. capensis doesn't require photoperiod variation in cultivation. Grows happily year-round at 14 hrs. Blooming may shift but still occurs regularly.

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