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Terrarium for Cape Sundew?

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Posted by kimetime 5 (devinkime@gmail.com) on
Mon, Nov 9, 09 at 21:20

Hi, I'm new to carnivorous plants and I was wondering if I should put my Cape Sundew in a terrarium? If so, How should I set it up? I only have seeds and I was also wondering how to propagate them. Basically, any information you could give me would be much appreciated.

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RE: Terrarium for Cape Sundew?

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No, not terrariums. Start them in a pot, then you can move some to a terrarium, or do whatever you want. Here is a link that will answer all your questions.

Regards Devin! Happy growing. I hope they grow well for you!

Here is a link that might be useful: Sowing guide

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RE: Terrarium for Cape Sundew?

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They do very well at window sills and/or under artificial lighting.
D. capensis 'Albino'

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thanks for all the tips. again, anything you can tell me would be nice.

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petiolaris said it best, no terrarium needed. A bright Windowsill is best. CPs should not be grown in terrariums IMHO.

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As soon as I have room in my terrarium that is where I'm starting my capensis seeds. IMHO I think they will get a better start with the added humidity. I wont leave them there though. Once they get a few leaves I will move a few of them to my grow area under T12s and some to my window sill. I hope they get large enough by summer to move some outside to the deck where they will get full sun in the late afternoon.

  
 

 

 


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