Early Venus Flytrap Dormancy Break: Repot Now and Keep Outside with Cold Protection

Repot Immediately

Late February emergence is normal. Repotting now (before vigorous growth) is fine and won't harm plants.

Location Decision

1. Preferred: Keep outside. Cover if hard freeze (<20°F) returns.
2. Greenhouse risk: Early warm growth can trigger vegetative apomixis (plantlets on flower stalk), sometimes killing the mother plant.

Monitor Weather

Watch forecasts; re-mulch or move to garage if severe cold returns. Outdoor plants acclimate naturally.