Mystery Plant in Nepenthes Pot: Likely Fireweed

Kelvin found a "neighbor" plant in his new nursery-bought Nepenthes pot. Also wants to combine two Nepenthes in one large pot—circular vs. planter, soil mix advice.

The Hitchhiker

Looks like fireweed—not a serious pest, but remove if it gets large.

Repotting Together

Fine to combine; disturb roots minimally. Circular pots drain better than square. Any container with drainage holes works. Equal parts peat moss, perlite, sphagnum moss, and orchid bark is a good mix—wet thoroughly before use. Nepenthes tolerate varied mixes if drainage is good and fertilizer is low.

Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
www.cobraplant.com