A grower asked about using Miracid fertilizer (1/4 tsp) on Sarracenia flava coming out of dormancy, and whether it would harm their Nepenthes Miranda.
Jacob Farin explained that Miracid uses aluminum salts to acidify soil. While acidity is good, aluminum and other metals burn roots and stunt growth. Carnivorous plants need fertilizers in natural forms (orchid, seaweed), not synthetic.
Most mature carnivorous plants don't need fertilizer. Only seedlings benefit. If fertilizing, use 1/4 tsp per gallon applied as a foliar spray, stopping when it drips onto soil.
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