Carnivorous plants like the Venus fly trap are appealing but have very specific needs. They require a particular type of soil mix, lots of purified water, and a lot of humidity. One thing they do not need very often is a new pot. Only replant Venus fly traps every few years if they grow well. About the Venus Fly Trap This unique species of plant is one of just a few carnivorous plants that gets much of its energy from trapping and consuming animals, usually insects. The Venus fly trap is native to boggy savannas in North and South Carolina. It grows in wet, sunny, humid conditions in soil that is slightly acidic and sandy. The native conditions for the fly trap are nutrient poor. The soil is poor, and the acidity makes it difficult for plants to take in nutrients. They make up for this lack of nutrients by […]
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