Category: Venus Flytrap

Venus Flytraps can adapt to different temperature levels and ranges. However, some environments are better suited to let them thrive.

As a general rule, Venus flytraps thrive when exposed to warm summers that do not exceed 100 F and cold winters with temperatures that do not fall below 20F. Cold weather is required for Venus flytraps to achieve a yearly dormancy period.

When I got my first Venus flytraps, I was concerned about the extreme summer temperatures where I lived. But, after some research, I adapted the environment to my plants, and they are doing great. Venus flytraps can grow healthy worldwide as long as they are kept in a proper setup.

This article will share the optimum temperature ranges for Venus flytraps and tips to keep them healthy in several weather conditions.

The Optimal Temperature Range for Venus Flytraps

Venus flytraps grow natively in North Carolina and South Carolina in the United States. Venus flytraps grow in nutrient-poor soil with plenty of access to sunlight and water in their natural habitat. They also have exposure to all the seasons, including warm and humid summer and chili winters.

The following table summarizes the required temperatures for Venus flytraps.

Minimum recommended temperature	20 F ( -6 C)
Maximum recommended temperature	100 F ( 36 C)
The optimal temperature range for the growing season	70 – 95 F ( 21 – 35 C)
The optimal temperature range for dormancy	20 – 45 F ( -6 – 7 C)
Recommended humidity	Over 50%

For Venus flytraps, it is crucial that you provide a suitable environment year-round. However, the summer and winter months are the most critical.

• Hot summer temperatures are optimal for Venus flytraps as long as they do not exceed 95-100 F
• Make sure Venus flytraps have exposure to winter. At least 3 months of temperatures below 45 F
• Avoid letting your Venus flytraps freeze (below 20 F tends to be too harsh)
• Venus flytraps do not need high humidity; they can adapt to desert-like climates

Optimal Summer Temperature Range

The optimal temperature range for Venus flytraps during the summer months is 70-95 F. Above 95 to 100 F; Venus flytraps are at risk of drying up and dying. Partial shade, the tray method, and humidifiers can help Venus flytraps adapt to scorching temperatures.

I live in Arizona, where temperatures during the summer months can sometimes hit 115F. Even though the weather is extreme, it is possible to grow Venus flytraps outdoors. You can employ a shade cloth (available at most gardening stores) to create a partial shade. Also, some people raise their Venus flytraps while sitting in water to prevent overheating. Besides, even though the summers can reach very high temperatures, placing your plant in the right location might allow you to avoid exposing it to direct sunlight during the hottest time of the day.

Optimal Winter Temperature Range (Dormancy)

During the winter, Venus flytraps also require a particular temperature to stay healthy.

20-45 F is the optimal temperature range for Venus flytraps during the winter. Venus flytraps require cold weather to achieve dormancy, essential for their survival. To complete a full dormancy, temperatures must remain below 50 F for at least three months.

Venus flytraps, like many other carnivorous plants, require a yearly dormancy period. During the winter months, Venus flytraps must go dormant. During such a period, Venus flytraps die off and are inactive for several months; then, they reflourish in the spring.

To achieve dormancy, Venus flytraps must be exposed to temperatures below 45 F for at least 3-4 weeks. After starting dormancy, Venus flytraps must remain in cold temperatures for 3-4 months.

Without access to cold weather (below 45 F), Venus flytraps do not go dormant. Venus flytraps weaken substantially without dormancy, and they end up dying if dormancy is skipped twice in a row.

Even though Venus flytraps need exposure to the cold, freezing temperatures can harm Venus flytraps.

Cold temperatures below 20 F can be harmful to Venus flytraps, as they can end up freezing solid and not recovering. Consider placing Venus flytraps in an unheated garage or shed when temperatures drop below the recommended minimum.

Venus flytraps adapt to a wide range of temperatures. They are incredibly resilient to cold weather, but sometimes they need to be put away when temperatures are too extreme.

Do Venus Flytraps Need Warmth?

Venus flytraps flourish in the summer months when exposed to warm weather and long hours of sunlight. But, is the summer warmth a requirement?

Venus flytraps can live without warm summers as long as they are exposed to plenty of sunlight. The summer months are the peak growing season for these plants. Even though Venus flytraps appreciate warm weather above 70 F, they can handle cooler temperatures during the spring and summer months.

Temperature changes guide Venus flytraps into dormancy and then out of dormancy. Then, as the spring progresses, the increase in sunlight triggers Venus flytraps to start flowering and dividing. In a way, warm weather is less essential to Venus flytraps than a cold winter.

Can Venus Flytraps Survive Frost?

In most circumstances, Venus flytraps can handle temperatures below freezing without issues. Growers worldwide keep their Venus flytraps outdoors during the winter even if temperatures drop below 32 F.

The risk of freezing weather for your Venus flytrap varies depending on climate factors, such as humidity, precipitation, and snow. However, some general paraments can help you keep your plant healthy.

As a general rule, keeping Venus flytraps in cold weather is safe up to 20 F. Below 20 F, Venus flytraps are at risk of freezing solid, which can harm the plant. Some Venus flytraps survive the frost, but their success depends on many factors, such as age and health status.

To avoid killing your plant due to cold weather, place your plant in a strategic location where it is cold but won’t freeze. Some people place their Venus flytraps inside outdoor sheds or unheated greenhouses to keep their plants at a more manageable temperature.

Growing Venus Flytraps Indoors vs Outdoors (Climate)

You have the option to grow Venus flytraps indoors or outdoors. But, which one is better?

The answer really depends…Venus flytraps thrive when they are grown outdoors because they can have plenty of access to sunlight and bugs. However, some locations are not suitable for Venus flytraps. Scorching summer or icy winters can be trouble for your plant.

Review the previous sections carefully, and assess if the temperatures your outdoor location can offer are appropriate. In case they are not, you can consider growing your plants indoors. It is a bit more tricky, as you need to figure out dormancy.

Venus flytraps can grow most of the year indoors at room temperatures, as long as they receive adequate lighting and watering. During the winter, they can remain indoors, but they require cold temperatures above 45 F, which can be reached in an unheated garage, porch, or basement.

The picture below features some of my flytraps living indoors under grow light and at room temperature.

If you plan on growing Venus flytraps indoors, make sure you read this guide: How to Successfully Grow Venus Flytraps Indoors.

Most experienced growers recommend growing Venus flytraps outdoors, as open environments can provide a myriad of benefits. Unfortunately, not everyone has the perfect outdoor location.

For general Venus flytrap care, you can download this care sheet: Venus Flytrap Care 101.

Humidity Requirements for Venus Flytraps

In their natural habitat, Venus flytraps grow with high humidity (above 505). However, a high humidity index is not a requirement to keep Venus flytraps healthy.

Humidity above 50% is optimal for Venus flytraps. However, high humidity is not a requirement. Venus flytraps can adapt to arid climates as long as they are watered properly and they are given time to acclimate.

I grow Venus flytraps in a dry climate. Even though humid environments are better suited for Venus flytraps, these plants can adapt to a wide range of climates.

To ensure the humidity requirements for your Venus flytraps are met, follow these tips:

• Water your Venus flytrap often (in this guide I can teach you exactly how much water do you need for Venus flytraps ) (in this guide I can teach you exactly how much water do you need for Venus flytraps ). the soil from your plant should never dry out completely.
• Consider using a humidifier if the environment is very dry.
• Employ the water tray method to water your plant.

In the wild, Venus flytraps capture and consume insects. Insects are packed with nutrients, very helpful to Venus flytraps. But, do Venus flytraps need to eat to stay alive? or to stay healthy?

Venus flytraps do not need to consume bugs to live or to stay healthy. The nutrients Venus flytraps extract from bugs supplement their diet but are not required. A Venus flytrap can live without ever consuming an insect. Still, regular access to bugs is beneficial for the plant’s development.

Venus flytraps, like all other plants, make their own food through photosynthesis. They can stay alive as long as they have enough access to sunlight, water, and airflow for photosynthesis.

Venus flytraps consume bugs because they grow in nutrient-poor areas. Since they are unable to gather nutrients from the soil, they extract them when they consume insects.

In the outdoors, Venus flytraps can capture plenty of prey.

Having regular access to bugs is beneficial for Venus flytraps. The nutrients they extract from insects encourage growth and rhizome divisions. Venus flytraps do not need to eat every day to exhibit the positive effects of consuming bugs. A single insect every month can make a difference.

One of the misconceptions out there about Venus flytraps is that they need to eat lots of bugs. Venus flytraps can live with no bugs at all and benefit from the occasional meal.

Do Venus Flytraps Need To Be Fed?

Venus flytraps can consume insects, but they do not need to be fed.

Venus flytraps growing outdoors capture their own meals. They are effective predators.

When growing Venus flytraps, consider placing them outdoors, where they have plenty of access to insects and sunlight.

Indoor plants might still capture some bugs. However, it is less likely. If you grow your Venus flytrap indoors, consider feeding it every once in a while to encourage growth.

Before you attempt to feed your Venus flytrap, make sure you do some research. If done incorrectly, feeding a Venus flytrap can actually harm it.

A section below in this article explains the feeding process.

What Happens If a Venus Fly Trap Doesn’t Eat?

Venus flytraps benefit from consuming bugs, but what would happen if they stop eating.

Venus flytraps do not exhibit negative signs when they do not eat; they can continue to be healthy plants without consuming bugs. However, Venus flytraps that receive occasional feeding tend to develop faster, divide into multiple plants, and grow larger traps.

When Venus flytraps do not eat, nothing significant happens. There are no adverse effects. Venus flytraps can continue growing at a standard rate as long as they have good daily exposure to sunlight (plus other care considerations).

Instructions on How To Feed a Venus Flytrap

Feeding a Venus flytrap is optional. Outdoor Venus flytraps do not need to be fed at all but can be fed just for fun. And, indoor Venus flytraps can benefit from consuming bugs.

Venus Flytrap Feeding Instructions

Follow the instructions below to feed a Venus flytrap without harming it.

1.-Select the prey: Employ a bug that can fit entirely inside your plant’s trap. As a rule of thumb, choose an insect that is maximum, 1/3 of the size of the trap.

Venus flytraps can consume almost any insect, such as a fly, cricket, worm, slug, and ant. Preferably, avoid hardshell insects such as beetles or snails to ease the digestion process.

You can employ live or dead insects to feed a Venus flytrap. However, using dead prey is slightly more involved. This article on Venus flytrap feeding has more information about both processes. For simplicity, this article will focus on employing live insects.

For more information on where to get the bugs to feed your plant, check out this article: Venus flytrap best food options.

2.-Locate the trigger hairs: Each leaf in a Venus flytrap is made up of two lobes. There are three trigger hairs arranged in a triangular pattern in the interior of each of those lobes.

The traps in your plant won’t close unless something comes in contact with those trigger hairs twice in a short period of time.

Sometimes it is hard to see the trigger hairs, but you should try to locate them.

3.- Grab the prey and drop it: Get a handle on the bug you want to use. You can use your hands or a tool to grab it. Some people use tweezers; I use chopsticks.

Take your time getting the bug under control. Once you are ready, get the insect as close as possible to the trap and the trigger hairs, and drop it right on top.

4.- Make the trap close: In most cases, live bugs will automatically activate the traps by coming in contact with the trigger hairs. However, in some cases, the insects might try to escape before the trap closes.

If the trap does not close right away, use your fingers or a tool to brush those trigger hairs a few times. The trap should close immediately after that.

5.- Wait for a few minutes: Once the trap is closed, your job is almost done! The bug will move around the trap and prone the Venus flytrap to close tighter and tighter and start producing enzymes.

It takes 5-10 minutes for the trap to fully close.

5.- Monitor the trap: After you fed your Venus flytrap, it will start digesting the bug. At this point, you do not need to do anything. Still, I always suggest looking at the leaf you fed and monitor it. If the leaf turns brown, it is often a clue that the bug was too big or hard to digest.

After a Venus flytrap captures an insect, it takes several days or even weeks to digest it. After it is done, the trap will reopen.

In most cases, the traps reopen and exhibit the leftovers from the bug, such as the exoskeleton. You do not need to remove the remains of the prey. Just leave it there. Sometimes rain washes it over.

Venus Flytrap Feeding Dos and Don’ts

• Avoid feeding Venus flytraps during dormancy (winter season, inactivity period)
• Only feed one trap of the entire time at a time
• Only feed your plant when it has finished consuming any previous meals
• Feed your Venus flytrap once every 3 to 6 weeks. Waiting a few weeks during feeding will help you avoid overfeeding.
• There is no need to feed seedlings or very tiny Venus flytraps. Do not attempt unless you have a specific method to do so.
• Observe the trap you fed the days following the feeding. If the leaf turns black, it is possible that the bug was too large for the trap. Black leaves can be a sign of incorrect feeding.

Now, the biggest don’t when feeding a flytrap…

Do Venus Fly Traps Only Eat Bugs?

Venus flytraps are carnivorous plants; therefore, they can consume meat. However, you must never attempt to feed meat, chicken, hamburgers, or any human food to Venus flytraps. The plant won’t be able to digest the food, and it will end up rotting.

You must also avoid feeding candy or fruit to Venus flytraps. Stick to an insect-only diet, and your plant will remain healthy.

Before you feed your plant, make sure you have earned at least the basics of the feeding process. Since feeding is not a requirement, it would be counterproductive to feed your plant incorrectly and end up hurting it.

I hope you found this article informative. You can find much more information on Venus flytrap care in this detailed guide: Ultimate Venus Flytrap Care Guide – Free Care Sheet Included. And, for Venus flytraps growing indoors, this article can help you build the correct setup: Venus Flytrap Indoor Care Guide.

Venus flytraps are unique plants. They are carnivorous plants that can consume bugs. Also, their growth stages unique. In this article, I will expand on the details of Venus flytrap growth stages and their life cycle.

If you are growing a Venus flytrap, this information will give you a better understanding of how to care for them and their life cycle. Here is a short overview on what to expect

Venus flytraps take 4 to 6 weeks to sprout from seeds. They grow rapidly and reach maturity when they are 2-4 years old. After maturity, they continue growing at a slower pace and can live up to approximately 20 years.

Here is a summary of what you can expect to see year over year:

Life Cycle Year	Overview
Year 1: Germination and seedlings	Venus fly traps take 4-6 weeks to germinate. Seedlings have the exact shape as adult Venus flytraps, but just very tiny. The growth accomplished in the first year is dependent on the environment, enough light and water are critical factors.
Year 2: Continuous Growth	By the end of year two, Venus fly traps will develop traps that expand to 1/4 of an inch or even half and inch.
Year 3 -4: Maturity	Venus fly traps will start producing flowers every spring and propagating through divisions.
Year 5-7: Maximum Size	Venus fly traps will continue to grow after maturity and reach their maximum size at year 5-7. Depending on the cultivar, Venus fly traps can develop traps as big as 1.5 – 2 inches.

Th growth stages of a Venus flytrap can be divided into the following:

1. Seed germination
2. Dormancy
3. Flowering/ Blooming
   1. Seed propagation
4. Growing season
   1. Vegetative propagation
5. Artificial propagation: leaf pullings

Keep on reading to learn more about each stage.

Seed Germination

Venus flytraps produce seeds when their flowers are pollinated. The seeds from a Venus flytrap are tiny, shiny, and black. Also, their seeds do not need stratification.

When growing Venus flytraps from seeds, attempt to germinate them as close to harvest as possible. When the seeds get older, the probability of producing seedlings lowers significantly.

To germinate Venus flytraps seeds, follow these instructions:

1. Get a pot with drainage holes.
2. Moisten carnivorous plant soil with distilled water, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water. If you are unfamiliar with carnivorous plant soil, read this article to find out where to buy it or how to make it. Never employ standard potting soil, as it can kill Venus flytraps. Also, make sure to employ only the pure water sources mentioned above.
3. Place the humid carnivorous plant soil in the pot. Make sure the media is humid all around.
4. Sow the seeds in the soil and do not bury them. Sprinkle them on top of the soil.
5. Place the pot inside a transparent Ziploc bag and close it.

Then, provide the appropriate care to encourage them to germinate:

• Place the seeds under direct sunlight for more than six hours a day
• Keep the soil moist at all times, do not let it dry out
• Consider misting the seeds to increase the humidity levels

Venus flytraps seeds can take up to five weeks to germinate.

This article: Venus Flytrap Seedling Care Guide (6 Major Considerations), can help you learn how to care for Venus flytraps seedlings once they start growing.

Venus Flytrap Dormancy

Venus flytraps require a yearly dormancy period.

In the wild, Venus flytraps are exposed to cold temperatures for several months in a row. During their winter season, Venus flytraps go dormant.

The dormancy process is similar to hibernation. The plant goes into a resting mode for several months.

During dormancy, Venus flytraps stop growing. They lose the vast majority of their leaves, if not all, and shrink in size. Sometimes their owners think their Venus flytrap is dead, but the plant is just dormant in reality.

Venus flytraps enter dormancy when they are exposed to temperatures below 45F for several weeks. The temperature must remain below 50F to keep Venus flytraps dormant. Venus flytraps experience a full dormancy after 3 to 5 months in cold climates.

Here are some care tips to keep Venus flytraps healthy during dormancy:

• Do not feed or fertilize Venus flytraps during dormancy
• Avoid letting Venus flytraps freeze during winter. Venus flytraps can withstand cold temperatures below freezing (32F), but the plant should never freeze solid.
• Avoid overwatering your plant. In the winter months, Venus flytraps tend to consume less water.

As the temperatures rise, Venus flytraps will exit dormancy. When the plant is out of inactivity, it will start exhibiting new growth, including flowers.

Flowering in Venus Flytraps

Mature Venus flytraps produce flowers every year during the spring. They usually produce 2-3 flower stalks which end in white flower bunches.

Not everyone is aware that Venus flytraps produce not only traps but also flowers. Sometimes Venus flytrap owners are confused by the long flower stems growing out of their plants.

Long tubular stems growing in Venus flytraps are flower stalks. Flower stalks grow tall above the traps and develop flowers. You can choose to let your Venus flytrap flower or stop the flowering process; each option has some benefits.

The flowers in Venus flytraps are pretty but not overly impressive. Since Venus flytraps spend a lot of energy producing flowers, many recommend stopping the flowering process by cutting the flower stalks before they develop.

Removing the flower stalks early on will save the Venus flytrap a lot of energy it can employ to grow and develop. However, if you leave the flower stalks, you can potentially pollinate the flowers and collect seeds.

You can learn more about the flowering process and what to do from this article. In most cases you will want to remove the flower stalks.

There is a method to propagate Venus flytraps with flower stalks. You can learn the process in this article: Venus Flytrap Flower Stem Propagation.

Venus Flytrap Flower Pollination

Venus flytraps are self-pollinating. The seeds obtained through self-pollination produce similar plants to the parent but not exact clones. The other option besides self-pollination is cross-pollination. In cross-pollination, a flower is pollinated by pollen from a flower in another plant.

Here are the step by step instructions to pollinate Venus flytrap flowers:

1. Let your Venus flytrap flower.
2. Gather a Q-tip or a soft and small paintbrush to pollinate the flowers.
3. Identify the anther and the stigma in the flowers.
   1. The anther holds pollen (located at the end of thin filaments)
   2. The stigma is located in the center of the flower
4. Utilize your paintbrush or Q-tip and brush the anther. Repeat a few times to collect some pollen.
5. Use your tool full of pollen and brush the stigma several times.
6. Pollinate all the flowers you have to increase the probability of success.
7. Fertilized flowers will dry up and leave seeds behind a few days after pollination. Each pollinated flower produces a few dozens of seeds.

The Growing Season

Venus flytraps start the growing season in the spring and finish it when they enter dormancy. During this season, Venus flytraps grow at full speed, increasing the traps’ size and sometimes dividing into multiple plants (vegetative propagation).

How long do Venus fly traps take to grow?

On average, 3-4 years is the amount of time it takes to grow Venus flytraps from seeds until maturity. Mature plants start producing flowers and can continue growing in size if given proper care. Proper lighting, watering, and suitable soil can affect the time Venus flytraps take to reach adult size.

The sizing chart below summarizes the expected size of a Venus flytrap for several years.

Age	Trap Size	Recommended Pot Size (diameter)
Seedlings	Tiny	Any size
1-2 years	1/8 inch	2”
2-3 years	1/4 inch	3″
3 years	1/2 inch	4″-5″
4+ years	1 – 2 inches	6″

Venus flytraps can also grow to maturity from leaf pullings (cuttings) or rhizome divisions. Both of those propagation methods deliver adult Venus flytraps much faster than seeds.

How can I make my Venus Fly Trap grow faster?

Extensive light exposure, a consistent amount of water, a yearly dormancy, and having access to bugs can encourage growth in Venus flytraps. Venus flytraps do not need fertilizers to grow faster; proper lighting and regular feeding ensure the plant grows rapidly.

Fertilizers can be very harmful to Venus flytraps if misused. Never attempt to employ fertilizers unless you have done your due diligence. Instead, consider feeding your plant or providing more lighting. Both of those will encourage growth.

This article gives you tips to help your Venus flytrap grow as large as they can be: 11 Tips to Grow Big Venus Flytraps (Sizing Chart Included)

Rhizome Divisions

Venus Flytraps can reproduce via rhizome division (vegetative propagation). Vegetative propagation usually occurs during the growing season, when conditions are optimal.

Venus flytraps exhibit 3 to 7 healthy leaves at a time. Venus flytraps with multiple heads, like, for example, 15 or 20, are not a single plant. The original plant has propagated and created clones of itself through rhizome divisions.

After a Venus flytrap has propagated via rhizome, you can easily separate them and pot each plant independently. The video below shows how a single plant ended up being 7 independent flytraps.

As soon as I saw the plant below, I knew there had to be at least four independent Venus flytraps. It needed to be repotted, so I divided it.

Artificial Propagation Germination

It is possible to extract a Venus flytrap leaf from an existing plant and produce a clone. This process is called leaf cuttings.

The best time to pull leaf cuttings is during the growing season (avoid dormancy). Here is how it works, step by step.

1. Remove your Venus flytrap from its pot and all the soil until it is bare-root.
2. Identify a healthy leaf on the external layer of leaves
3. Grab the leaf from the top and gently but firmly pull it downwards and outwards. The goal is to separate the leaf with a small portion of the rhizome in its base.
4. Repeat step 3 multiple times, if desired.
5. Place the leaf cuttings in moist carnivorous plant soil by laying them on their side.
6. Cover the rhizome section with some of the soil.
7. Wait until the seedlings spur.

It takes 1-3 months for seedlings to start growing out of leaf pullings. Once the seedlings have spurred, it only takes 2-3 years for them to reach maturity.

Venus Flytrap Care

Venus flytraps are unique plants. The list below outlines the main care considerations you should implement to keep your plant healthy.

Water: Water your plant only with pure water, such as distilled water, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water. Never employ tap water or bottled water, as it might contain high amounts of minerals that kill Venus flytraps.

Water your Venus flytraps often so that the soil remains moist but not flooded. The ground should never dry out, as Venus flytraps suffer in arid environments. Press the soil with your finger after watering, and verify the ground is moist but not saturated to avoid overwatering.

Light: Venus flytraps thrive in sunny locations. Place your Venus flytrap under bright direct sunlight for at least 6 hours a day. If possible, provide more than 10 hours of daylight; Venus flytraps thrive in sunny spots.

Venus flytraps can be grown indoors or in windowsills, but it tends to be a challenge due to their high lighting requirements. For indoor locations, employ artificial lightings such as LED or fluorescent lights of cool colors 6500K and over 1500 lumens.

Soil: Venus flytraps can’t grow in standard potting soil, they need nutrient-free, fertilizer-free potting media.

Employ carnivorous plant soil for your Venus flytrap. You can make carnivorous plant soil by combining peat moss or sphagnum moss with perlite or sand. Also, many nurseries and online retailers sell premade carnivorous plant soil.

Planting Venus flytraps in the wrong soil will kill the plant. Make sure you use carnivorous plant soil. This article teaches you how to make it and where to buy it: The Best Soil Options for Venus Flytraps.

Change soil once a year to avoid mineral build-up.

Dormancy: Venus flytraps need exposure to cold weather during 3-5 months to complete a dormancy period.

Venus flytraps achieve dormancy when they are exposed to temperatures below 45F for several weeks. Then, the plants should remain cold for more than three months.

Venus flytraps must go dormant every year. If they skip dormancy several years in a row, the plants will start dying.

Suppose the weather does not permit your Venus flytraps to go dormant naturally. Consider employing the refrigerator dormancy method.

Feeding: Venus flytraps benefit from consuming bugs. They do not need to capture bugs, to survive, but consistent feeding can encourage growth.

Place your plant outdoors to let in consume insects on its own. For indoor plants, consider feeding it once every 3-6 weeks. Feeding your plant a single bug every month can make a big difference.

Pots: Venus flytraps have long vertical roots that grow well in tall pots.

Venus flytraps can be potted alone in smaller containers or in bundles in large pots.

Avoid employing terracotta, clay, or unglazed ceramic pots for Venus flytraps. Those materials leach minerals to the ground, and those minerals are harmful to Venus flytraps.

Select pots with drainage holes to avoid rotting issues.

Terrariums: Venus flytraps do not need terrariums to grow. Terrariums can be very harmful to Venus flytraps, as they block sunlight, restrict airflow, prevent Venus flytraps from capturing bugs, and cause rotting issues.

The only benefit from growing Venus flytraps in terrariums is the high humidity. But, high humidity can be achieved by misting regularly using a humidifier.

I hope you found this article to be useful. You can find more information on Venus flytrap care this detailed guide: Ultimate Venus Flytrap Care Guide – Free Care Sheet Included. For Venus flytraps growing indoors, this article can help you build the right setup: Venus Flytrap Indoor Care Guide.

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Venus flytraps capture insects with their leaves and consume them to obtain essential nutrients. Sometimes when a Venus flytrap eats, some of its leaves might start to wither or turn black. Are black leaves a cause of feeding them?

In general, Venus flytraps can consume bugs multiple times without losing leaves. However, Venus flytraps exhibit black leaves after feeding if the bug is too big or difficult to digest. Properly feeding Venus flytraps can significantly reduce the number of black leaves.

In this article, you will learn about the feeding process and how to avoid black leaves that can end up weakening your plant.

Do Venus Flytraps Die After Eating?

Venus flytraps have developed advanced mechanisms to capture and consume bugs. Their predatory abilities are critical to their wellbeing.

Venus flytraps do not die after eating. Still, leaves can turn black due to age or after capturing prey that is too large in size or difficult to digest. Black leaves are normal in Venus flytraps. However, in some cases, they can be a warning sign of poor growing conditions.

When Venus flytraps get black leaves, the black leaves do not spread through the plant. Every leaf will wither when it is time, and as one leaf withers, a new one should start spurring from the center.

If you have recently fed your plant, and now some leaves are dying, here is some advice:

Sometimes leaves wither due to old age. Do not get alarmed every single time you spot a black leaf. Only consider making changes if you notice there is a sudden increase in black leaves.

If you noticed that your Venus flytrap loses leaves every time you feed it, stop for a little while. Making mistakes during the feeding process is standard, as Venus flytraps are very particular plants.

Take your time to research the process, and then attempt it one more time. When you adjust your method, make sure to monitor the leaves to ensure you are successful.

If the pattern of black leaves persists, consider skipping the feeding altogether. Venus flytraps do not need to consume insects to survive. The nutrients they extract are a supplement, yet not a requirement. Sometimes, the safest option is to stop feeding your plant.

Tips To Avoid Black Leaves After Feeding a Venus Flytrap

Making mistakes during the feeding process can cause black leaves in your plant. Follow these tips to avoid causing them:

• Do not overfeed your Venus flytrap: Venus flytraps do not need to be fed every day or every week. Feed your plant only once every 3 to 6 weeks. Also, when feeding the plant, only feed one single trap of the whole plant.
• Choose the right size bug: Employ a bug that can fit entirely inside your plant’s trap. When bugs are too big, venus flytraps give up digesting them and end up withering. As a general rule, employ a bug that is no larger than 1/3 of the trap’s size.
• Avoid insects with hard shells: venus flytraps can consume a wide variety of insects and spiders. However, some bugs might be too hard to digest due to their shell or thick exoskeleton. Avoid hard shell bugs such as battles or snails, instead consider soft mealworms, crickets, or flies.
• Do not play with the traps: When feeding or caring for venus flytraps, you might trigger the traps accidentally every once in a while. That is ok. However, playing with the traps by activating them can end up killing them.
• Skip the feeding process during dormancy: When Venus flytraps are dormant, they do not need to be fed. In the winter months, do not feed your Venus flytrap. Causing black leaves during dormancy can be dangerous.
• Place your Venus flytrap outside: When Venus flytraps live outdoors, they can capture plenty of bugs independently. If you let your plant capture its own prey, the number of black leaves can reduce significantly.
• Consider live feed vs. dead bugs: Generally, you can choose between live or dead prey to feed your plant. However, employing dead bugs requires some extra involvement. Use live prey to avoid bruising the traps and causing brown leaves.

The tips in this section are very important, but there is a lot more to learn about the Venus flytrap feeding process. This guide: How to Feed a Venus Flytrap – A Complete Guide with Pictures, can help you understand the process step by step.

Learn step-by-step how to feed Venus flytraps. This video demonstrates multiple times how to use live insects to feed your carnivorous plant. Also, it includes tips to feed your plant without causing black leaves and harming it.

Do Venus Fly Traps Die After They Close?

In the wild, Venus flytraps grow in nutrient-poor areas. As a result, they have evolved to be capable of capturing and consuming bugs. They consume bugs to extract key nutrients and supplement their diet.

The leaves of a Venus flytrap are equipped with trigger hairs. When an insect comes in contact with those thin filaments inside the traps, the trap closes.

Venus flytraps can open and close between 3 to 7 times before their traps start to wither. Then, the trap will be exhausted; it will stop working and eventually turn black. Venus flytraps do not die after closing, but their leaves wither after closing multiple times.

The traps of Venus flytraps can open and close multiple times before they start to wither. Once the trap has been triggered multiple times, it will start turning black.

If you are interested in the science behind Venus flytraps, learn more about the trapping mechanisms with this article: When Do Venus Flytrap Open and Close? Trapping Mechanisms. 

What Happens to a Venus Fly Trap After It Eats?

When Venus flytraps capture a bug, they close their traps and enclose them in their leaves.

As the bug moves around inside the trap and tries to escape, the plant starts to produce digestive enzymes. At this point, the trap is fully closed, and the bug is completely trapped in the leaf.

The digestive enzymes fill up the leaf completely. The traps act as an exterior stomach, in a way. The digestive enzymes will start breaking up the bug for digestion.

The insect does not have a slow deaf being digested inside the trap; it ends up drowning pretty quickly as the leaf pumps the enzymes.

Venus flytraps take several days or weeks to consume a single bug.

Sometimes, the bug captured by the plant might be difficult to digest. In those cases, the plant might give up consuming the bug and let that leaf wither. One leaf will wither, but the plant will remain healthy.

If the plant is successful at consuming the prey, the leaf should reopen after a couple of weeks. The plant is able to consume all the soft tissue from the insect, but it will leave some matter behind.

When the leaf reopens, you can often observe the dry exoskeleton from the insect.

A single leaf can complete the digestion process multiple times before withering due to age. Also, multiple leaves from the same plant can consume bugs simultaneously.

I hope you found this article to be useful. For more information on Venus flytrap care (including black leaves), you can read this detailed guide: Ultimate Venus Flytrap Care Guide – Free Care Sheet Included. If you are considering growing Venus flytraps indoors, this article can help you build the right setup: Venus Flytrap Indoor Care Guide.

Venus flytraps have precise requirements to stay alive. One of the major needs for Venus flytraps is adequate lighting. And with lighting, you have several options: artificial lighting, direct sunlight, and indirect sunlight.

As a general rule, Venus flytraps should grow under direct sunlight for at least 6 hours a day to remain healthy and optimally receive more than 10 hours of direct sunlight. Venus flytraps can also grow with artificial lighting, but the light specifications must be suitable for carnivorous plants.

In this article, you will learn all the details and tips to provide an optimal amount of light for your Venus flytraps.

Venus Flytraps and Direct Sunlight

Venus flytraps can grow in a spot where they receive direct sunlight for a few hours and then indirect sunlight for the rest of the day.

Six hours of direct sunlight is the minimum recommended for Venus flytraps. Venus flytraps can survive under bright indirect sunlight as long as they receive a combination of direct and indirect sunlight with at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight.

Providing a minimum of six hours can be appropriate, but I would not recommend aiming for the minimum.

Venus flytraps grow faster and look much healthier when they are grown under more sunlight. Optimally, Venus flytraps should receive over 10-12 hours of sunlight.

Can Venus flytraps get too much sun?

Venus flytraps can’t receive too much sun. Extensive light exposure will only stimulate growth and strengthen the plant. Providing 12+ hours of sunlight is highly beneficial, especially during the growing season.

The only scenario where Venus flytraps might suffer when exposed to plenty of sunlight is if the temperatures are aggressively high.

Venus flytraps can withstand high summer temperatures above 90 F. However, once the temperatures rise above 100 F, Venus flytraps are at risk of drying out. It is recommended to place Venus flytraps in a tray of water during scorching summer days or cover them partially during the temperature peaks.

Can Venus Flytraps Grow Under Artificial Lights?

Venus flytraps need high amount of lighting to stay healthy, but such lighting does not need to be sunlight.

As a general rule, Venus flytraps can remain healthy if exposed to more than 6 hours of sunlight or artificial lighting. When employing artificial lights, provide extensive light hours (10h+) using LEDs or fluorescent bulbs with more than 1500 lumens.

It is possible to grow Venus flytraps indoors, but providing enough lighting with fluorescent or LED lights is challenging.

When growing Venus flytraps indoors, consider buying high output fluorescent or LED lights of cool colors (optimally 6500K). Also, employ a timer to control the lights automatically and set it to more than 10 hours.

Since artificial lighting can be a lot less effective than sunlight, you should aim to provide light for more extended periods of time. Do not be afraid to set up your timer to 16 hours; Venus flytraps will benefit from the extended exposure.  I have used this small LED plant light (which costs less than $30) to grow some of my Venus flytraps, and they are thriving.

There are also some scenarios where Venus flytraps can grow with a combination of sunlight and artificial lighting, like growing them in window sills or a sunny porch.

Can Venus flytraps grow in a window sill?

Venus flytraps can grow in a window sill as long as the window sill receives more than 6 hours of direct sunlight. If the window sill does not fulfill such a requirement, employ artificial lights as a supplement.

Unfortunately, there is no straight answer. Not all window sills are the same. Some have great light exposure year-round while others vary through the seasons.

Venus flytraps need consistent and extended light exposure year round. So, you must place them strategically.

If you decide to grow your plant on a window sill, I recommend employing artificial lights to supplement their growth. Then, in combination, your plant will receive enough light to stay healthy.

Can Venus flytraps survive without sunlight?

Under suitable artificial lights, Venus flytraps can live without sunlight. Direct sunlight is optimal for Venus flytraps, but fluorescent and LED light can fulfill these plants’ requirements. In indoor locations, it is recommended to provide 10+ hours of artificial lighting.

Regardless of the climate and your living situation, you can grow healthy Venus flytraps.

Artificial lights make it possible for anyone to grow a Venus flytrap. I grow some of my carnivorous plants indoors as summers can be deadly hot and kill my plants.

If you have the choice between placing your plants outdoors, do it. Venus flytraps thrive outdoors with plenty of access to water, light, and bugs. But, outdoor growing is not always an option.

Signs of Poor Light Exposure for Venus Fly Traps

Venus flytraps won’t live long if they do not have access to proper light exposure. The following are some key signs to identify if your Venus flytrap is sufferings from light starvation.

Wide Petioles: Sometimes Venus flytraps start growing wide petioles to help with photosynthesis. Wide petioles are a common sign of poor light exposure. However, you must also consider that there are many different types of Venus flytraps, and some have thinner/ wider leaves.

Discoloration: Healthy Venus flytraps exhibit bright colors. Venus flytraps only have bright red traps when they have access to plenty of lighting. When Venus flytraps suddenly lose their color, it can be a sign of poor growing conditions (not enough light). To grow healthy leaves back you can follow these instructions..

Droopy: Sometimes Venus flytraps start looking droopy when they do not have enough access to enough water or lighting. This article expands more on such an issue: How to Fix Droopy Venus Flytraps.

Growing no traps: In extreme cases, Venus flytraps stop growing traps in their leaves when they do not receive enough lighting. The plant does not produce traps, as its main focus is photosynthesis. Once the light exposure is corrected, the plant will start growing leaves with traps again.

Do Venus Flytraps Need to Be Covered?

There are some common misconceptions about Venus flytraps. Some believe Venus flytraps need to be covered to be healthy due to their high humidity preference, but the reality s quite different.

As a general rule, Venus flytraps do not need to be covered or grow in a terrarium. Venus flytraps thrive in open containers, and preferably they should be grown outdoors. Terrariums can be harmful to Venus flytraps and end up killing them.

Venus flytraps like humid environments. In their natural habitat, they are exposed to high humidity (+50%) year-round. But, Venus flytraps can adapt to dry climates if they are adequately acclimated.

Terrariums or covers are not required for Venus flytraps. Growing them in those conditions brings several disadvantages:

• There is no airflow in closed containers.
• Venus flytraps have no access to insects to supplement their diet
• Plants are prone to root rot when they are covered
• Any cover blocks light Venus flytraps need

Avoid covering your Venus flytrap at all costs. Closed containers do not offer much of a benefit and can ultimately kill your plant.

I personally grow Venus flytraps in an arid climate. The environment is not optimal, but there are ways to make it work. First, Venus flytraps can adapt to different humidity levels. Also, you can employ one or a combination of these methods to increase the humidity:

• Manually mist your plant
• Employ a humidifier
• Use the tray method to water your plant

Venus flytraps do not need any cover when grown outdoors unless the temperatures rise above 100 F. In that case, shade cloths are an effective option to keep the plants away from extreme heat while providing plenty of light through the material.

I hope you found this article to be useful; For more information on Venus flytrap care, you can read this detailed guide: Ultimate Venus Flytrap Care Guide – Free Care Sheet Included. If you are considering growing Venus flytraps indoors, this article can help you build the right setup: Venus Flytrap Indoor Care Guide.

Venus flytraps should only be watered with pure water sources such as distilled water, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water. Using the correct water type is critical to keeping your Venus flytraps alive.

Distilled water is safe for Venus flytraps as it does not contain harmful minerals. It is possible to make distilled water at home in small batches. Also, you can buy distilled water in most grocery stores and water/ice stores. Distilled water is suitable for all carnivorous plants.

In this article, I will teach you how to make distilled water for your plants. Your Venus flytraps will thrive with distilled water, as it is entirely safe for them.

How to Make Distilled Water for Carnivorous Plants

In this section, you will learn how to make distilled water at home. The process is simple, and it only requires a few items that you can find in most kitchens.

To get started you need to collect a few items:

• Tap water
• Ice
• Large pot with a lid
• Small pot or heatproof (Pyrex) container that fits inside the large pot
• A cooking range

Instructions

1.- Start by adding water to the large pot and placing it on the kitchen range. Then, grab the small container and place it inside the pot. The small container can float or sink in the large pot, but it should remain upright. Also, try to put the small container in the center of the large pot.

2.- Turn on the range to high and wait until the water starts to boil.

3.- Once the water starts boiling, use the lid to close the large pot. But, instead of placing the cover, as usual, place it upside-down. Finally, add a few blocks of ice on top of the lid.

4.- Collect distilled water: The boiling water will evaporate. The water vapor won’t escape the pot because the pot is closed. Then, the water will condense in the lid (thanks to the ice) and slowly drip into the small container.

The ice will melt, as the process continues, make sure to replace the ice as soon as it runs out.

The water that ends up in the small container is distilled water. The water left outside the small containers has not been purified yet. And, therefore, it is not safe for Venus flytraps.

You can purify any water with this distillation process. You can employ your tap water (regardless of the quality) or bottled water. In both cases, the distilled water you make will be pure (0 ppm – parts per million) and suitable for your carnivorous plants.

For a visual explanation, watch this video:

Even though making distilled water is not hard, it can be time-consuming. When it makes sense, you can make your own distilled water, but you can also buy it.

In the section below, I have listed several places where you can buy distilled water and their prices.

Where to Buy Distilled Water

Distilled water is available in many different establishments, and it tends to be relatively inexpensive. Generally, you can find them in grocery stores, pharmacies, or water and ice stores.

Grocery stores: Distilled water is sold at most grocery stores. They usually sell it in 1-gallon jugs that cost less than $1. Make sure to select the generic distilled water jug that contains only distilled water.

Online: You can buy distilled water in bulk from online grocery stores or even amazon.com. Here is a good option at a reasonable price.

Pharmacies: Pharmacies also sell distilled water often. Make sure to grab the water jugs that contain pure distilled water. If you are unsure about your choice, I recommend asking the staff. Since distilled water is often used for medical purposes, the staff should be able to point you in the right direction. Also, it should cost less than one to two dollars a gallon.

Water and ice stores: Stores that sell water exclusively tend to carry distilled water at a very affordable price. I buy distilled water for less than 50 cents a gallon. Bring your empty water jug to avoid buying one in store.

If you have a large water jug, you can take home many gallons of distilled water and do not have to worry about buying more in a long time.

Alternate Water Options for Venus Flytraps Besides Distilled Water

Besides distilled water, there are a few options that are also safe for Venus flytraps. Here is a list of some alternatives:

Reverse osmosis water:

RO water is entirely safe for Venus flytraps. However, finding RO water or making it can be challenging. Water stores often carry RO water, but most grocery stores do not.

Rainwater:

If you have access to rainwater, you can use it for your Venus flytraps.

Filtered water (in some cases):

Filtered water is not always safe for Venus flytraps. Some filters remove enough components from the water, while others are not sufficient.

Filtered water from a ZeroWater filter is suitable for Venus flytraps as it delivers 0 ppm water. It is the only water filter I have tried that delivers 0 ppm water. Here is a link to check the specs and pricing of a ZeroWater pitcher filter on Amazon. The ZeroWater filter includes a TDS meter and one filter, so you will get your money back if you plan on buying distilled water for your Venus flytraps anyway.

Tap water (if tested):

Depending on the composition and quality of tap water, some might be suitable for Venus flytraps. Water must contain less than 50 ppm (parts per million) to be suitable for Venus flytraps. The ppm reading indicates the number of dissolved solids in the liquid.

Never employ tap water for your Venus flytraps unless you have tested it. You can measure the amount of total dissolved solids in the water with a TDS meter. TDS meters are cheap and easy to use. Here is a link to the one I use; you can check its current price on Amazon.

Bottled water:

Bottled water that contains less than 50 ppm is safe for Venus flytraps. I recently used a TDS meter to measure SmartWater and a generic brand of spring water. SmartWater turned out to have an appropriate ppm level (<30 ppm) for carnivorous plants. The spring water had over 120 ppm, which is too high for Venus flytraps. However, some brands might be suitable.

How to Water a Venus Flytrap

Making or getting the proper water for Venus flytraps is just the first step. Then, you must water your plant right and consistently to keep it healthy.

How much water do Venus Fly Traps need?

Venus Fly Traps require substantial amounts of water. Water the soil often until the ground is moist but not flooded. Never let the soil dry out completely, once the soil is slightly less humid, water again?

How do you Water Venus Fly Traps perfectly every single time?

Consider employing the water tray method to ensure precise and consistent watering. Place your plant’s pot in a tray of at least 1 inch in depth. Fill up the tray with water to about 1-2 inches in depth. Let the plant consume the water over time. Once the tray dries us, refill the tray repeating the process.

With this method you are watering your plant from the bottom, promoting root growth and preventing under and over watering issues.

You can find more information on the water tray method here.

Which water to use for Venus Fly Traps?

Distilled water, reverse osmosis water, and rainwater are safe options. Only employ tap water, filtered water, or bottled water after testing its mineral content and if it contains less than 50 parts per million (ppm).

How should you adjust the water frequency for Venus fly Traps?

Venus flytraps tend to consume a lot less water in the winter, especially when they are dormant.

What are the signs of over watering?

White mold or algae are signs of overwatering.

What are the signs of under watering?

Droopy and dried up leaves

For more information on watering your Venus flytrap, make sure to read this guide: Venus Flytrap Watering Instruction Guide. It includes all the details about the watering process. Also, it gives you instructions on how to save your plant if you have used the wrong water.

Venus Fly Trap Care

With this article, you learned how to make distilled water for your carnivorous plants. But, there is a lot to learn to keep your plants alive and healthy. Read the overview below and this guide to learn all you need to know about growing Venus flytraps: Ultimate Venus Flytrap Care Guide. And for indoor growing: Venus Flytrap Indoor Care Guide.

Light: Optimally they should receive 12 hours of sunlight, and the minimum is 6 hours of light. The light source might be natural light or artificial lighting (plant lights)
Water: Venus flytraps must be watered with pure water only, such as rainwater, distilled water, and reverse osmosis water. Tap water and bottled water kill carnivorous plants. 
The soil of the plant must always remain moist. Always keep the ground humid, but do not flood. Venus flytraps do not grow in swamps.
Soil: Employ nutrient-free soil for carnivorous plants. Never employ enriched soil, full of fertilizers. This article covers many soil options for Venus flytraps.
Feeding: Venus flytraps do not need to capture insects to survive, but they benefit from them greatly. Place Venus flytraps outdoors, and they will have plenty of access to food. Also, consider feeding your plant to provide extra nutrients.
Fertilizers: Do not fertilize Venus flytraps. The chemicals in the fertilizers can hurt the plant
Flowers: After reaching maturity, Venus flytraps start producing flowers every spring. Skipping it allows for further growth and development.
Dormancy: Venus flytraps must undergo a dormancy period for 2-3 months during the winter. Ensure your plant will experience this resting period by placing them in a cold location. For example, outdoors, in a cold garage, or porch.

Succulents and Venus flytraps are both interesting and beautiful plants to grow at home. But are they the same thing? Are Venus flytraps succulents?

Venus flytrap or Dionaea Muscipula are not a succulent. They are carnivorous plants native to South Carolina and North Carolina in the United States. Even though there might be some similarities in care between succulents and Venus flytraps, they are entirely different plants.

In this article, I will teach you the main difference between succulents and Venus flytraps. Also, I have included tips to help you grow them both.

Venus Flytraps and Succulents

Venus flytraps and succulents are very different plants. Of course, when talking about succulents, we are referring to many different species. Venus flytraps, on the other hand, are just one type of carnivorous plant.

Venus flytraps grow natively in just one small area in the United States. They grow in some counties in North Carolina and South Caroline. They grow in nutrient-poor environments with little to no access to minerals.

Venus flytraps developed their bug trapping mechanisms due to their origin. They produce most of their food through photosynthesis, but they always benefit from an extra boost. Venus flytraps capture and consume bugs to supplement their diet. They extract critical nutrients from the insects.

Venus flytraps and succulents both need plenty of sunlight. But besides that similarity, they differ greatly in their required environment.

For example, Venus flytraps need to grow in thoroughly moist environments. They tend to die if the soil ever dries up. Succulents, on the other hand, prefer dry media. Succulent start rotting if the soil stays humid for too long.

Both Venus flytraps and succulents appreciate a potting media with good drainage. However, the recommended soil composition for each varies greatly. Succulents thrive with fertilizers, while Venus flytraps prefer nutrient-free media.

Can Venus Flytraps Use Succulent Soil?

There are many different types of succulent soil. However, most soil options include some similar elements. For example, succulent soil tends to contain a significant amount of standard potting soil with additives and fertilizers.

The nutrients in succulent soil are essential for most plants. They provide key components that keep plants healthy. However, Venus flytraps have different requirements.

Succulent soil is unsuitable for Venus flytraps as it contains nutrients and fertilizers. The additives in the ground are harmful to Venus flytraps. They can cause mineral burns, weaken the plant and eventually kill it.

Planting Venus flytraps in succulent soil will cause many issues. The plant might not exhibit adverse effects right away, but it will eventually start looking down.

Succulent soil is not safe for Venus flytraps, but what about cactus soil?

Is Cactus Soil Safe for Venus Flytraps?

Sometimes cactus soil and succulent soil are referred to as the same thing. And in most cases, they are different but very similar. Both cactus soil and succulent soil are characterized by good drainage and lots of nutrients.

Cactus soil is not safe for Venus flytraps. The nutrients in cactus soil are harmful to Venus flytraps and will eventually end up killing the plant. Instead of cactus soil or succulent soil, employ carnivorous plant soil for Venus flytraps.

Luckily, succulent soil and cactus soil are not the only potting media out there. Employ carnivorous plant soil for Venus flytraps.

Carnivorous Plant Soil

Venus flytraps will end up dying if they are grown in soil with additives (minerals, fertilizers). They need nutrient-free soil with good drainage to stay healthy.

Venus flytraps thrive in carnivorous plant soil. Carnivorous plant soil does not contain any minerals and fertilizers, which are harmful to Venus flytraps. You can make carnivorous plant soil by mixing peat or long-fibered sphagnum moss with perlite or sand.

You have the option to make or buy carnivorous plant soil for your plant. You can purchase carnivorous plant soil online or in a local nursery.

If you would like to make soil for Venus flytraps, here are a few recipe examples:

• Pure peat moss
• Pure long-fibered sphagnum moss
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of peat moss and perlite
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of peat moss and silica sand
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of sphagnum moss and perlite
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of sphagnum moss and silica sand

I recommend employing an element in the soil that helps with drainage, such as sand or perlite. If you are learning about carnivorous plant soil, this article can teach you how to make it and where to buy it with specific examples and pictures: The Best Soil Options for Venus Flytraps.

Can Venus Flytraps Grow With Succulents?

Venus flytraps and succulents are both interesting plants to own. You can grow both in your home. However, how you care for them and where you plant them is critical.

In the Same Pot

Growing Venus flytraps and succulents in the same pot might be tempting. But, it is not a good idea.

Venus flytraps and succulents should not grow in the same container. Each plant needs different potting media. Also, Venus flytraps require moist potting media at all times. The excessive moisture in the soil will kill succulents.

If you want to get some companion plants for your Venus flytraps, stay away from succulents. Instead, try with these options:

• Drosera / Sundew
• Sarracenia
• Live moss
• Other Venus flytrap cultivars

Individual Pots

Growing Venus flytraps and succulents can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. If you plan on growing both, keep them separate. Also, make sure to remember that each plant has very different requirements.

It is possible to grow Venus flytraps and succulents in the same location, as long as they are planted in individual pots.

Each plants needs different soil: carnivorous plant soil for Venus flytraps and succulent soil for your succulents.

Venus Flytrap And Succulent Care Information

Venus flytraps and succulent have very different care requirements. This section will help you provide a suitable environment for both.

Lighting: Venus flytraps and succulents need plenty of sun to stay healthy. Some succulents have lower light requirements than others, but generally, they tend to prefer sunny locations.

Venus flytraps need lots of sunlight. They start to weaken and look droopy if they do not receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight. Optimally, they should receive 12+ hours of daily light exposure.

Watering: Water Venus flytraps and succulents at two completely different levels.

Venus flytraps must be watered often enough, so the soil never dries out completely. They do not need to be flooded with water every day, but the potting media must remain moist.

You should not water Venus flytraps with tap water or bottled water. Venus flytraps need pure water, such as distilled water, rainwater, or ro water.

Succulents do not need pure water. Standard tap water works fine for them. Also, they prefer dry media. Water the succulent once, and then skip watering until the soil is arid. For succulents, underwatering is safer than overwatering.

Soil: Venus flytraps need nutrient-free potting media: carnivorous plant soil.

Succulents are flexible in potting media. The recommended media varies depending on the species, but standard succulent soil or cactus soil is usually a good fit.

Humidity: Venus flytraps prefer high humidity environments, similar to their native ecosystem. Still, Venus flytraps can adapt to a wide variety of climates, including arid deserts.

I grow carnivorous plants in Arizona, which is dry all year long. My Venus flytraps take a few weeks to adapt to the weather, but after the acclimation process, they do just fine.

A humidifier can be beneficial for Venus flytraps, but it is not required.

Never employ a humidifier for succulents. They prefer dry climates.

Outdoor vs indoor growing: Both Venus flytraps and succulents can be grown indoors or outdoors.

If you decide to grow your plants indoors, make sure they will have enough access to lighting.

You can grow your plants indoors and place them on a sunny windowsill or use artificial lighting. Fluorescent and LED lights both work well.

I have used this LED plant light (which costs less than $30) to grow some of my Venus flytraps. That light is enough to keep them healthy.

I think this resource can save you a lot of time for carnivorous plant care research. This guide contains all you need to know to grow Venus flytraps: Ultimate Venus Flytrap Care Guide. It includes a free care sheet you can download and detailed explanations with pictures.

Venus flytraps and succulents are both popular plants. In this article, we will explore the possibilities of growing Venus flytraps and succulents together.

Venus flytraps and succulents should not grow in the same pot, as their potting soil and watering requirements vary greatly. Still, succulents and Venus flytraps can be grown in the same environment if kept in separate pots.

Learn the best strategies to grow Venus flytraps and succulent in your home while keeping them both healthy.

Can Venus Flytraps Grow With Succulents in the Same Pot?

Venus flytraps and succulents have different growing requirements.

They both need lots of sunlight, but their humidity, watering, and potting media requirements vary greatly.

Venus flytraps and succulents should never be grown in the same pot. Each plant needs a different soil type. Also, Venus flytraps must remain in humid soil at all times. The high-humidity environment Venus flytraps prefer will rot and kill succulents

Venus flytraps can’t be potted in standard potting soil (here is a guide on how to pot your plants) (here is a guide on how to pot your plants). They need nutrient-free soil made up of moss with some drainage element, such as perlite or sand.

Succulents also need soil with good drainage. Also, succulent need soil with nutrients and fertilizers to thrive.

The nutrients in succulent soil can weaken and kill Venus flytraps. Also, the lack of nutrients in carnivorous plant soil is unsuitable for succulents.

Besides the soil requirement, Venus flytraps and succulent should be grown at very different humidity levels. Venus flytraps thrive in humid environments. Succulents prefer a dry environment.

You must water Venus flytraps very often to keep them healthy (here is a guide on watering that can help you use the optimal amount).. The soil should remain moist at all times. If you are unfamiliar with the watering process, you can learn all about it with this guide: Venus Flytrap Watering Instruction Guide.

Succulents need water every once in a while, but you must let the soil dry out quickly (hence the well-draining soil).

Even though Venus flytraps should not be grown in the same pot as succulents, they can be grown in the same setup.

What Plants Can Grow With Venus Flytraps in the Same Container

Many plants can be suitable companion plants for Venus flytraps. Here are a few options you can consider:

• Drosera / Sundew
• Sarracenia
• Live moss
• Other Venus flytrap cultivars

Drosera plants are also carnivorous plants. They thrive in carnivorous plant soil with high humidity levels. There are many different types of Sundew, so you have many options to choose from. I recommend selecting a Sundew that requires dormancy. Since Venus flytraps require dormancy, another plant that needs dormancy is optimal.

Sarracenia is also a carnivorous plant and it is a perfect companion plant for Venus flytraps.

Live moss thrives in high humidity environments. Also, it is a low-maintenance plant that will make any pot look beautiful.

You can choose to grow all of these plants in a single pot, maybe make a bog garden. I would not recommend growing them in a terrarium, as terrariums can be dangerous for Venus flytraps.

Growing Venus Flytraps and Succulents in the Same Setup

In this section, I will expand on how to grow succulents and Venus flytraps in the same location.

Growing Venus flytraps and succulent in the same setup is possible, as long as the plants grow in different containers.

Since, Venus flytraps and succulent have very diparate requirements, you must treat them very differently.

Lighting: Venus flytraps and succulents thrive in sunny locations. You can grow them outside to take advantage of bright sunlight or indoors with artificial lighting. Make sure both plants receive enough light exposure. Venus flytraps should optimally receive 12 hours of sunlight a day, but they can grow healthy with more than six.

Research about your succulents and their lighting requirements, and keep in mind most succulents need 12+ hours of sunlight.

Watering: Venus flytraps and succulents are very different in terms of water.

Venus flytraps thrive in very humid conditions. They must be watered often enough, so the soil never dries out completely. Also, Venus flytraps need pure water. They can’t be watered with standard tap water or bottled water. Instead, employ distilled water, reverse osmosis water, or rainwater.

You can also water succulents with pure water, but it is not a requirement. Contrary to Venus flytraps, succulent prefer dry media.

Soil: Use two different soils for your Venus flytrap and succulents. Venus flytraps need carnivorous plant soil.

Succulents are more flexible in potting media. And the recommended media might vary depending on the species.

Humidity: Venus flytraps thrive in high humidity environments. Still, Venus flytraps can live in arid environments.

I live in Arizona, and the climate is arid year-round. My Venus flytraps take a few weeks to adapt but eventually acclimate to the weather. I have never employed a humidifier, but it can be beneficial for Venus flytraps.

Succulents prefer dry climates. If you grow succulents and Venus flytraps together, avoid using a humidifier. Also, only mist your Venus flytraps. Succulents do not need misting.

Outdoor vs Indoor growing: Both Venus flytraps and succulents can be grown indoors or outdoors.

If you decide to grow your plants indoors, make sure they will have enough access to lighting. I grow many of my plants indoors.

I recommend using artificial lighting to ensure Venus flytraps remain healthy. You can use fluorescent or LED lights. Both types of grow lights are inexpensive and practical options. When choosing fluorescent bulbs, pick cool colors that promote growth. I have used this LED plant light (which costs less than $30) to grow some of my Venus flytraps, and they are healthy.

Potting containers: Succulents can grow in a wide array of potting containers from many different materials. I prefer using pots with drainage to prevent rotting.

Venus flytraps can be particular in terms of their potting container. First, it is greatly encouraged that you select a pot with drainage.

Also, pots made up us clay or terracotta can harm Venus fly traps. Those materials tend to leach minerals into the ground that are harmful to carnivorous plants. Opt for plastic, glass, or glazed ceramic containers for Venus flytraps.

Can Venus Flytraps and Succulents Use the Same Soil?

Succulent soil is not appropriate for Venus flytraps. Succulent soil varies in composition depending on the brand. But, all succulent soil contains some type of standard potting soil with tons of nutrients and fertilizers.

The nutrients in succulent soil are suitable for the vast majority of plants. However, carnivorous plants are susceptible to those components.

The nutrients and fertilizers present in succulent soil are harmful to Venus flytraps. Such nutrients cause mineral burns, weaken and eventually kill Venus flytraps. Never employ cactus or succulent soil for Venus flytraps. Instead, utilize carnivorous plant potting media.

Planting Venus flytraps in the wrong soil will kill the plant. Make sure you employ carnivorous plant soil. If you are unfamiliar with carnivorous plant soil, this article can teach you how to make it and where to buy it: The Best Soil Options for Venus Flytraps.

Venus flytraps need soil that lacks nutrients or fertilizers. Carnivorous plant soil is made up of pure moss and optionally an element for drainage, such as sand or perlite.

Thess are a few examples of carnivorous plant soil that are perfect for Venus flytraps:

• Pure peat moss
• Pure long-fibered sphagnum moss
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of peat moss and silica sand
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of peat moss and perlite
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of sphagnum moss and perlite
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of sphagnum moss and silica sand

Succulents won’t thrive in carnivorous plant soil. Most plants die when potted in carnivorous plant soil, as the dirt has no nutrients.

Avoid employing carnivorous plant soil for any other plant that is not carnivorous. Standard potting soil and succulent soil are available at most gardening stores.

Additional Care for Venus Flytrap

Venus flytraps have very particular growing requirements. For that reason, not many plants can act as companion plants in the same pot as Venus flytraps.

Before finding a companion plant for your Venus flytrap, you must make sure the growing environment is optimal for your plant.

Do not waste time searching the web to find Venus flytrap care information. This easy-to-follow guide contains all you need to know to grow healthy Venus flytraps: Ultimate Venus Flytrap Care Guide. Also, the guide includes a free care sheet you can download.

I grow succulents and carnivorous plants in my home. When I was first started growing Venus flytraps, I researched the possibility of using succulent soil for my carnivorous plants. In this article, I share what I learned about Venus flytraps and succulent soil.

Succulent soil is not an appropriate potting media for Venus flytraps or other carnivorous plants. Succulent soil has nutrients and fertilizers that are harmful to Venus flytraps. Venus flytraps must grow in potting media without any minerals or nutrients.

In this article, you will learn about different potting media options for Venus flytraps. Also, I have highlighted some unsuitable potting media you should avoid.

Is Succulent Soil Safe for Venus Fly Trap?

Succulent soil varies in composition depending on the brand or the person making it. However, most succulent soil contains a substantial amount of standard potting soil and other components that contain nutrients.

The nutrients in succulent soil are beneficial for almost all plants, but Venus flytraps have very different requirements.

The high nutrient content in succulent soil makes it unsuitable for Venus flytraps. The nutrients in succulent soil can cause mineral burns, weaken and eventually kill Venus flytraps. Never employ succulent soil for Venus flytraps; instead, use nutrient-free soil.

Planting a Venus flytrap in the wrong soil will cause many issues. The nutrients present in succulent soil can produce mineral burns in Venus flytraps. Mineral burns are easy to spot, and they characterize by making the leaves turn yellow and droopy.

The minerals in succulent soil weaken Venus flytraps, as these plants are intolerant to any minerals in the ground.

Venus flytraps won’t die immediately if planted in succulent soil, but they will die eventually. The minerals slowly weaken the plant until it dies. The plant will look worst over time and eventually perish.

Luckily, there are many other soil options besides succulent soil. Keep on reading to learn which soil is the most appropriate for Venus flytraps.

Is Cactus Soil Suitable for Venus Flytrap?

Cactus soil is sometimes the same or similar to succulent soil. Cactus soil characterizes by having lots of nutrients and by exhibiting good drainage to prevent plants from rotting.

Cactus soil contains nutrients that are very harmful to Venus flytraps. Never plant Venus flytraps in cactus soil. Instead, employ a combination of pure moss and a drainage agent such as sand or perlite. Venus flytraps need to grow in potting media without any minerals or fertilizers.

Stay away from cactus soil to keep your Venus flytrap healthy. The section below expands on good soil options for carnivorous plants.

The Best Soil Options for Venus Flytraps

Venus flytraps weaken and die if they are planted in soil with high amounts of fertilizers and nutrients.

In the wild, Venus flytraps grow in inferior soil, with little to no access to nutrients. As a result, they have developed an intolerance to nutrients in the soil or the water they consume.

Venus flytraps must be planted in nutrient-free soil. Venus flytraps thrive in carnivorous plant soil. Carnivorous plant soil can be made with a combination of pure moss, such as long-fibered sphagnum moss or peat moss, with a drainage agent, such as sand or perlite.

Venus flytraps must grow in soil that lacks nutrients or fertilizers. Carnivorous plant soil is made up of pure potting ingredients that lack any additives. Carnivorous plant potting media is optimal for Venus flytraps.

Here are a few examples of carnivorous plant soil that are perfect for Venus flytraps:

• Pure peat moss
• Pure long-fibered sphagnum moss
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of peat moss and perlite
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of peat moss and silica sand
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of sphagnum moss and perlite
• 4:1 or 2:1 ratio of sphagnum moss and silica sand

You have the option to make or buy carnivorous plant soil for your plant. The sections below will guide you through the details.

Once you have carnivorous plant soil, it is time to plant your Venus flytrap. Make sure to read this article: Venus Flytrap Potting and Repotting Guide, before you start the process. Potting your plant correctly is critical to keep it healthy.

How to Make Carnivorous Plant Soil

Making carnivorous plant soil is not difficult. Usually, you only need one or two ingredients. However, getting those ingredients can be a challenge.

You have two main options when making carnivorous plant soil:

• Employing pure moss only
• Employing a combination of pure moss with a drainage agent

For pure moss, you can choose between peat moss or long-fibered sphagnum moss. Regardless of the type of moss you choose, it must be pure. It can not contain any nutrients or fertilizers. For example, you should not buy the standard miracle grow peat moss available in gardening stores. Miracle Grow is packed with nutrients harmful to Venus flytraps.

I use the brand in the picture below. It is cheap and suitable for Venus flytraps.

Employing pure moss only as a potting media for Venus flytraps is a good choice. However, adding a drainage agent in the soil provides extra benefits, such as aerations, drainage, and root rot prevention.

I recommend adding either silica sand or perlite to the moss to make optimal soil for your plants. The sand and perlite also need to be pure and lack nutrients. This article can help you select suitable sand for your Venus flytrap. Make sure to ask before you buy and confirm the ingredients do not have any fertilizers.

I use perlite for my carnivorous plant soil mixes:

Once you have the ingredients to make carnivorous plant soil, the mixing process is easy. The only thing you need to do is to combine the moss with the perlite or sand. You can employ as much as a 50-50 ratio for optimal drainage. However, a 20% perlite/sand concentration is enough to provide good drainage and aeration.

Where to But Carnivorous Plant Soil

There are many places where you can buy carnivorous plant soil.

Online stores: Buying online is a practical option. Consider buying soil for your Venus flytrap online. Amazon and Etsy sell carnivorous plant soil.

Gardening stores: It is unlikely that gardening stores would carry carnivorous plant soil, but you can always ask. Make sure you verify the ground does not contain additives before buying.

Online or local nurseries: Nurseries might surprise you. Some of them carry carnivorous plants and their related supplies. Call your local nursery and ask for carnivorous plant soil. Also, some carnivorous plant nurseries have a significant online presence. Make a quick google search, and you will find many that can ship soil to your home.

Can Venus Flytraps and Succulents Grow Together?

Venus flytraps and succulents share many similarities. They both thrive in bright environments, and they both like soil with good drainage.

Venus flytraps and succulents should not together in the same container. Each requires different soil and humidity levels. Venus flytraps must remain in a humid environment at all times, while succulents prefer dry media.

Growing succulents and Venus flytraps can be very rewarding. But, if you plan on growing both, you must never forget how different they are. Venus flytraps thrive in humid environments, while succulents prefer dry climates.

Succulents and Venus flytraps can be grown in the same environment as long as each has its pot and soil. A bright location is beneficial to both plants. Venus flytraps can adapt to arid climates as long as they are watered often.

Many plants can grow close to carnivorous plants, but very few can grow in the same pot, as the soil composition and watering level are unique.

More Information

The soil type you employ is extremely important for Venus flytraps, but there are many other factors you should keep in mind to keep your plant alive and healthy.

Do not waste time browsing through the web to find Venus flytrap care information. This guide contains all you need to know to grow Venus flytraps: Ultimate Venus Flytrap Care Guide. Also, it includes a free care sheet you can download.

Some water types are suitable for Venus flytraps, others can be harmful and end up killing the plant. Spring water is available in most grocery stores and gas stations but, is it safe for Venus flytraps?

Spring water can be safe for Venus flytraps if it contains less than 50 parts per million (ppm). Spring water with ppm readings over 50 or 100 ppm can be harmful to Venus flytraps. Test the water before using or employ pure water sources.

This article will guide you through the steps to find the correct water for your plant.

If you have already used the incorrect water source for your plant, make sure to read this article: How to Save a Venus Flytrap After Watering With Tap Water (or other unsuitable sources). It will guide you through steps and help you ensure your Venus flytrap recovers.

Is Spring Water Suitable for Venus Flytraps?

The minerals present in most spring water are harmful to Venus flytraps and other carnivorous plants.

Venus flytraps are intolerants to minerals that are commonly present in rich soil and potable water. The minerals build up in the soil and weaken the plant. For that reason, not all water is safe for Venus flytraps.

Spring water can be safe for Venus flytraps if it contains less than 50 ppm. A ppm reading between 50 and 100 ppm is acceptable but not recommended. Optimal water sources contain 0 ppm.

The composition and quality of spring water vary significantly, as it can come from many different sources and might be purified or not.

To verify spring water is safe for Venus flytraps, you must test it.

You can employ a Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) Meter to asses the ppm levels in spring water and other water sources.

I recommend buying a TDS meter for all carnivorous plant growers or hobbyists. TDS meters are very inexpensive (less than $15) and easy to use. Here is a link to the one I use; you can check its current price on the Amazon website by following the link.

TDS meters will help you verify the water you employ is safe for your Venus flytrap and can potentially save them from mineral burns and death. Yellow leaves are a common sign of mineral burns on Venus flytraps.

Using a TDS meter is very simple:

1. Add the water you want to test in a clean container.
2. Grab the TDS meter and turn it on
3. Dip the bottom end in the water
4. And that is it! A ppm reading should appear on the screen.

A value below 50 ppm indicates the water is suitable for flytraps and other carnivorous plants. A reading between 50 and 100 ppm is acceptable but not optimal. A lower reading is always better.

I used a TDS meter to test ARROWHEAD Spring Water, and got a reading of 130 ppm. Even though such water might good drinking water, it will harm and kill Venus flytraps.

How to Reduce PPM Measurement in Spring Water

The ppm reading for your spring water might on the suitable or acceptable range for Venus flytraps, but it is still beneficial to get to lower the number of dissolved solids. Here are some strategies to eliminate the extra components in the water.

• Filter the water: If you have a water filter, use it. Britta or similar filters can reduce the number of ppm in your Spring water. I recently bought a ZeroWater filter pitcher. The filter reduces the number of dissolved solids in the water to zero ppm, regardless of its source. Here is a link to buy a ZeroWater pitcher filter and check its specs and current price. The pitcher filter includes a TDS meter and one filter.
• Let the water rest in an open container overnight: Some water solids can evaporate over time. One night or a day is enough to eliminate some components.

Water Alternatives for Venus Flytraps Besides Spring Water

Safe Water Options for Venus Flytraps

Not all water is suitable for carnivorous plants. But, buying or collecting water for your plants should not be a hassle. The options described in this section are 100% safe for your plant.

Rainwater, reverse osmosis water, and distilled water is pure water, safe for Venus flytraps. Pure water sources do not contain minerals and additives that harm carnivorous plants. Tap water and bottled water is usually harmful to Venus flytraps

These three water sources are always safe for Venus flytraps:

Rainwater: Rainwater is the only free option on this list. If you have access to frequent rainy days, you should consider collecting rainwater and using it for your plants. Rainwater contains zero or little ppm(<50 ppm).

Reverse osmosis water: RO water is sometimes sold in grocery and water stores. It costs about a dollar or a dollar fifty a gallon and contains 0 ppm

Distilled water: This option is available almost everywhere, and it is inexpensive. You can buy a gallon of distilled water for less than one dollar in most supermarkets. Select the generic distilled water jug.

When buying distilled water, read the label. Make sure the water you are selecting is pure. Water might be purified through a distillation process, but if it contains added minerals, then the water is harmful to Venus flytraps. If the label says anything like the text below, avoid it (it is not pure distilled water):

• with additives
• with minerals for taste
• with electrolytes
• added minerals

Unsafe Water for Venus Flytraps

Using the incorrect water source for Venus flytraps can kill them. Make sure to avoid these:

Tap Water:  Tap water is not usually safe for Venus flytraps. I employed a TDS meter to measure the tap water in my house, and I was shocked.

The ppm reading for my tap water was over 500! So, tap water in my house would kill my carnivorous plants very quickly.

Boiled Tap Water: Boiling tap water does not make it safe for Venus flytraps. The boiling process increases the concentration of dissolved solids in the liquid, making it less safe for carnivorous plants.

Bottled Water: Bottled water is not always harmful to Venus flytraps, but it can be depending on its compositions. Most bottled water contains minerals and electrolytes, useful to add taste. To be safe, always test bottled water before using it for your plants.

I used a TDS meter to measure SmartWater, and the reading was within the acceptable levels for Venus flytraps. SmartWater had less than 30 ppm.

Never employ water with more than 100 ppm for Venus flytraps. High mineral contents produce mineral burns, weakens and kills Venus flytraps.

Easy Venus Flytrap Watering Instructions

Watering Venus flytraps incorrectly can kill the plant. Underwatering and overwatering are very harmful. Also, using the correct water source is critical.

Follow this instructions to always water you Venus flytrap correctly and keep it safe:

• Employ pure water sources, such as distilled water, ro water, or rainwater
• Keep the humidity levels high: Venus flytraps thrive in humid environments. Water your plant often to keep them happy. Water your plant throughout until the soil is humid all around. Do not flood the soil, but keep it moist at all times.
• Water your Venus flytrap the right amount: After watering, use your finger to sense the humidity in the soil. The ground should be humid but not soaking wet.
  • Do not underwater: Never let the soil dry out completely. When Venus flytraps are underwater, they get droopy, weaken, and can die quickly without moisture.
  • Do not overwater: Venus flytraps like humid environments, but they do not grow in swamps or ponds. Do not water the soil until it is entirely soaked. It should be moist but not flooded.
• Use the water tray method: The water tray method (watering from the bottom) is a prevalent watering technique to keep carnivorous plants ina moist but not overwatered environment. The picture below illustrates the concept. I highly recommend it! You can read this article (Venus Flytraps Sit in Water) to learn how it works.
• Do not grow Venus flytraps in terrariums: Planting your Venus flytrap in a terrarium provides a humid environment, which is beneficial, but Venus flytraps do not thrive in terrariums. Water can tend to stay in the soil for long periods and cause root rot and mold issues.

This guide can help you master the watering process by following some simple steps: Venus Flytrap Watering Instruction Guide. It detailed tips to teach you how to water your plant the right amount. Also, it gives you tips to adjust the watering through the seasons and life stages of your plant.

The watering process is important for Venus flytraps, but you should consider other factors to keep your plant alive and healthy.

Do not waste time browsing through the web for scattered Venus flytrap care information. This article contains all you need to know to grow Venus flytraps: Ultimate Venus Flytrap Care Guide. Also, for Venus flytraps growing indoors, follow this guide: Venus Flytrap Indoor Care Guide.