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Venus Flytrap Dormancy in San Antonio (Zone 9): No Fridge Needed, Natural Pollination

Zone 9 winters provide natural dormancy—no refrigerator required. Mild winters need zero protection.

Pollination

Flytraps self-pollinate easily; insects also assist. Flowers bloom late spring; seeds ready late summer. Cut off any current flowers—plant needs energy for dormancy.

Resources

Care sheets and DVD Volume 1 at cobraplant.com.

Good Growing!

Jacob Farin

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