I've just received a couple of rare and desirable tubers of two Drosera from Australia, D. zigzagia and D. erythrorhiza ssp. squamosa and now have the challenge of acclimatising them to life in the N. Hemisphere.
I'm not new to growing tuberous species, but have only ever grown plants that were already in sync with my seasons. I've read what little I can find on the subject in Savage Garden and Slack's two books, so I know the basics involved in acclimatisation. What I'm after are useful tips and advice, based on experience, to maximise my chances of success. The D. erythrorhiza had already begun stolon growth on arrival and is planted, the D. zigzagia is awaiting signs of growth.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Vic
I'm not new to growing tuberous species, but have only ever grown plants that were already in sync with my seasons. I've read what little I can find on the subject in Savage Garden and Slack's two books, so I know the basics involved in acclimatisation. What I'm after are useful tips and advice, based on experience, to maximise my chances of success. The D. erythrorhiza had already begun stolon growth on arrival and is planted, the D. zigzagia is awaiting signs of growth.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Vic