Coconut

QuestionWhat is the difference between coconut husk, coir, and fiber? Can all of them be used for Nepenthes? Because I have coconut coir and fiber that I might be able to use for my Nepenthes Miranda. Thanks Answe

sarracenia purpurea grow

QuestionQUESTION: Hello, I just want to know how long does it takes for a new sarracenia purpurea leaf to grow into a pitcher. ANSWER: Hi Aaron, In good growing conditions it will take about 3 weeks for a new pit

bugs on sundews

QuestionDo white flies, mealy bugs and aphids eat the sundew, or vice versa? I came back from vacation, and my spoon-leaf (spatulata) and cape (capensis)sundews are full of tiny white bugs. Ive treated m

nepethes

Questionwill my nepenthes do well outside in a green house the plant is very small I live in NY AnswerHello Kyle, Most Nepenthes would do well in a greenhouse so long as the temperatures remain above 50-60 degrees

N. tobaica

Question1. Hey guys! Well, i recently bought a N. tobaica from a Nepenthes grower and i was wondering if this species can live along side my N. sanguinea? The way he grows this species is bright light, with humid

N. Ephippiata and growing conditions

QuestionIm interested in growing a N. ephippiata, but Im unsure of whether the conditions in my house are sufficient for it to grow decently. I dont have any space for a terrarium, so thats not an option for me. I w

Plant Availabilty and growing conditions

QuestionHi, I was wondering if I could ask two questions. I was looking at your website with interest in buying a few sundews. While looking the fact sheets I saw a picture of one that I really liked, specifically t

Butterworts on your site

Question 2 butterworts On your website care sheets for the Butterworts for some reason i cannot open the link or the link is broken or something..i was wondering what general tips you have for taking care of a bu

Pet Problems

QuestionHow do you keep your dog from damaging your Sarracenia? Just recently my dog has developed an interest in uprooting and eating entire pitcher plants... rhizome, roots, and all. I cant get him to stop. Thanks

some assorted questions...

Question My sundew and N. ventr Hello, First Id like to say thank you for your most recent advice, my Sarracenias are both doing well and making new leaves, and my flytrap is putting up a flower. :) But, now for

care N. ventricosa

QuestionI just bought a N. ventricosa, i read the care sheet that came with it but it seem like is wrong. Do you guys have info How do you care a N. ventricosa. AnswerHi Aaron, Visit our caresheet pages at http:/

Neem II

Question Product Neem II, a product by Green Light. Can I use this product on my outdoor carnivorous plants to control aphids. It is water based, and the active ingredients are Pyrethrins, Piperonyl Butoxide Technic

insecticide instructions

QuestionShould I spray only the crown of my sarracenia with a water based insecticide, because this is the only affected area with aphid damage. AnswerHi Ted, Yes, spray the crown. Theres no need to saturate

No new plant

Questionpitcher plant QUESTION: I transplanted these 2 pots in March. The one on the right seems to be growing OK, though I would have thought they would be a lot bigger by now. The one on the left has me per

Sarracenia wont stay upright

Questionsarracenia QUESTION: I know I committing a sin by keeping a sarracenia indoors. And I know better because Ive read your site. But my parents handed it to me one day last year after seeing my tropica

Larva infestation

QuestionHello! i recently found out that the soil on some of my Sarracenia is infested with fungus gnat larva. What would be the best action? Repotting or i was also planning on using a systematic insect killer? If

Nepenthes khasiana light

QuestionQUESTION: hi I bought a Nepenthes khasiana, i just need to know what kind of light it need i live in california. oh will it be a good house plant? ANSWER: Hi David, Nepenthes khasiana makes a great housep

problems with pitchers

Question judith hindle I have a judith hindle and an areolata that i ordered from you. The pitchers about half way up are like a brownish. they are in peat and get full sun outside. rain water is usually what they g

Pool water

QuestionHi! i already have a large collection of temperate carnivorous plants (thanks to you all and your wonderful plants) but Im running out of room on my deck where my collection is now... i need more space

Recycling

QuestionHello Jeff, Is the popcorn you use to protect your plants in the boxes recycleable? AnswerHi John, The peanuts are probably not recyclable at curbside, but check to see if any places in your city accept t