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Growing Heliamphora Alongside Highland Nepenthes in a Southern California Greenhouse

Compatibility

Your greenhouse conditions (70%+ day humidity, 100% night, 70-90°F day, 50-60°F night, morning sun) are excellent for Heliamphora (sun pitchers) and highland Nepenthes like N. villosa and N. rajah.

Species Notes

N. villosa is more reliable than N. rajah in cultivation; both may lose pitchers in summer heat.
Heliamphora thrives with constant moisture, bright light, and good drainage.

Greenhouse Management

Use misters for humidity, fans for airflow. Allow summer temps to rise; highlanders tolerate warm days if nights cool. Don't over-fuss humidity; light and drainage are primary.

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