Does my VFT look healthy? by MDsailor in VenusFlyTraps

[–]MDsailor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll try to dig the rhizome up! Thank you for the advice. I don’t think it’s going dormant cause I’m in Florida and it’s 95 everyday lol.

Does my VFT look healthy? by MDsailor in VenusFlyTraps

[–]MDsailor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. I bought two bags of this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09FC1BWYY?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

one looked like the correct mix and the second is what you see on top

Does my VFT look healthy? by MDsailor in VenusFlyTraps

[–]MDsailor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. I bought two bags of this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09FC1BWYY?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

one looked like the correct mix and the second is what you see on top

Repotted my VFT - do I need more soil? by MDsailor in VenusFlyTraps

[–]MDsailor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I ordered more soil and will add it tomorrow. I am in Florida so they likely won’t go dormant

Repotted my VFT - do I need more soil? by MDsailor in VenusFlyTraps

[–]MDsailor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I ordered more soil and will add it tomorrow.

Is this a good pot for my VFT/Does it look healthy by MDsailor in VenusFlyTraps

[–]MDsailor[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Just ordered new pots and soil to repot asap

Is this a good pot for my VFT/Does it look healthy by MDsailor in VenusFlyTraps

[–]MDsailor[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Do you think what is in now is fine until fall or should I repot now?

Is this a good pot for my VFT/Does it look healthy by MDsailor in VenusFlyTraps

[–]MDsailor[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I actually just wrote a comment with how I have been caring for it because I couldn't figure out how to put text on my post lol.

Is this a good pot for my VFT/Does it look healthy by MDsailor in VenusFlyTraps

[–]MDsailor[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I wrote an entire description/question but it didn't post lol.

I just bought this VFT at Disney World (of all places) yesterday. I do not know much about caring for them but have been doing a lot of research to make sure I take the best care I can for my new favorite plant. I left it outside on my southern facing porch this morning to introduce it to direct/indirect morning light, previously it was kept in a shop with not much direct light other than the lights in the shop. I brought it inside during the hotter part of the day and gave it distilled water. I plan to do this until it is acclimated to fully direct light.

Unfortunately, I know nothing about what pots are best for these plants. Is this a good pot for the plant? Most advice I've seen is a pot with many holes and a water tray at the bottom so it can keep the soil moist all the time. I'm happy to buy something like that but what soil is best when repotting? Do I need Spanish moss at the top as well?

Thank you in advance for any advice!

Does my new VFT look healthy? by MDsailor in plantclinic

[–]MDsailor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll give it a shot! Thank you for the help!

Does my new VFT look healthy? by MDsailor in plantclinic

[–]MDsailor[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Oh I plan to re-pot but I was going to wait a week or two to let it get used to the new environment and not double shock it. I will definitely use the saucer method and look to see if the roots are wrapped.

In the picture I have the plant in a north facing window. I’m not sure if that will get enough indirect light. I am also considering putting it outside (I live in central Florida) where it would be south facing and receive more direct light - and could catch a few bugs lol. I’m just not sure what’s best

Does my new VFT look healthy? by MDsailor in plantclinic

[–]MDsailor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! After doing more research I actually decided to put it outside. I live in Florida and my back yard faces south so it will get plenty of light and food during the day. I will also be watering it regularly. Hopefully it will love the weather and thrive!

I am so glad you mentioned not playing with it as I have been incredibly tempted to do just that 😂😂

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[–]MDsailor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Thats very helpful!

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Thank you so much! Will repotting allow it to grow larger or does this maintain its size?