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Transplanting Venus Flytraps and Sundews: They're Tougher Than You Think

Repotting flytraps and sundews is no more delicate than Sarracenia. Professional growers handle thousands annually with bare-root divisions, often just rinsing roots and potting directly.

Best Practices

Use 1:1 peat/perlite (or appropriate mix for species).
Water thoroughly after potting.
Keep in tray with pure water.
Provide bright light immediately.
For bare-root plants, spread roots gently and firm soil around them.

Resources

Watch Sarracenia Northwest's DVD or video podcast (Episode 2: "Ask the Carnivorous Plant Guys") for visual demonstrations of repotting tropical sundews and other species.

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