Recent content by MPHampel86

I’m a Sarr nut. I’ll be hunting both Saurus and Waccamaw.

In the coming week or two all of my Sarracenia are going to be unpotted, roots rinsed bare of all debris, and planted in two new large bog planters I’m currently preparing. If they do begin to flower this spring - should I discourage it and cut the stalks so the plants focus more on root...

I am, however, seeing lots of Springtails in the pot and on the crown of the plant.

There are no visible pests on the plant or in the substrate. If they're there, they're unseen. Here are some shots that I had wondered if it was because of pests when they occurred. I wasn't sure if a bird or some other insect got to the pitchers or what happened.

I have a few CPs growing outside on the fire escape. The others (three Fly Traps and one S. purpurea venosa) are doing amazingly. This S. rubra, on the other hand, has got me a bit puzzled. The first batch of pitchers produced were full and in great form. About a month later, they all slanted...

Before I ask the question, here is my set up. Now, keep in mind that this is TEMPORARY. In early April, all these plants will be moved outside in bog planters and take part in cycling with nature's seasons. But, for now, this is where they are residing. Made with manila folders and tin foil...