A plant particularly interesting for its hunting method.

In short: The Venus flytrap needs warmth and direct sunlight – 18 to 35°C in summer and around 10°C in winter, when it withdraws into its bulb. During the growing season keep the pot standing in water; in winter keep the substrate only slightly moist. Repot every 1 to 3 years into a larger pot.

Summer temperature18 to 35°C
Winter temperaturearound 10°C, plant retreats into its bulb
LightBright spot, direct sun needed for coloured traps
WateringPot standing in water in the growing season, slightly moist substrate in winter
RepottingEvery 1 to 3 years, into a larger pot
PropagationLeaf cuttings, seeds, division of older clumps

The Venus flytrap is one of the most popular carnivorous plants to grow. It's attractive not only for its appearance, but also for its unusual hunting method.

Growing

The most important factors for growing Venus flytraps are adequate warmth and light, so it's good to place the plants on a windowsill, for example. If you want to achieve beautifully colored traps, direct sunlight is essential.

Summer temperatures should be between 18 and 35°C.

In winter, place the plant in a location with a temperature around 10°C - the carnivorous plant will retreat into its bulb and overwinter peacefully.

Watering must be abundant - during the growing season, the pot with the plant should stand in water. In winter, keep the substrate only slightly moist.

Repotting and Propagation

Repotting is done according to the size of the clump or condition of the soil, roughly every 1 to 3 years. Choose larger pots, as the plants need sufficient space to grow. Deeper planting of the bulb into the substrate is better for the plant, but be careful not to damage it.

Venus flytraps can be propagated in several ways. The first is using leaf cuttings. When repotting, separate a few leaves with the lower fleshy part and place them in a moist, bright location. However, this method is not very reliable.

Another propagation method is using seeds, which can be obtained, for example, in our e-shop.

The easiest method is dividing older clumps. Each year, the plants divide into parts that can be easily separated after a certain time.

Diseases and Pests

The most common pests that attack these plants are aphids and fungus gnats. Another problem is mold - here, the most important thing is prevention in the form of removing old, dying leaves.

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