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Spring Cold Snap (Mid-30s°F) Safety for Emerging Sarracenia and VFTs

No Protection Needed Above 25°F (-4°C)

New growth tolerates dips to 30°F. Cool nights just slow emergence. Flower buds at 2–4 inches are fine. No covering required unless forecast drops below 25°F.

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