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Coffee as Fertilizer for Nepenthes: Limited Trial Results

A grower hears of coffee used on Nepenthes with great results and asks for details.

Experience

One brief winter trial at Sarracenia Northwest showed little benefit (plants grow slowest in winter). Not tested at summer peak. See ICPS forum discussion.

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