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Growing Utricularia purpurea in a Container Bog Setup

Question: I have a 5-gal container with peat, Typha, hyacinths, and a splash for aeration. Will this work for U. purpurea?

Answer: Yes! We grew U. purpurea in kiddie pools with peat bottom and solar fountain for aeration. Added hyacinths in summer to absorb nutrients. Lost our stock to tadpoles—watch for frog eggs!

Happy growing!

— Jacob Farin

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