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May be a quick one for a Byblis in regards to soil...

Hi all do the Byblis have the same mix soil as VFT etc ?

Many thanks Noddy
 
Byblis do not seem to be too picky about substrate but a sandier peat moss mix (2 to 1 sand to peat) are what are typically recommended.
 
Byblis do not seem to be too picky about substrate but a sandier peat moss mix (2 to 1 sand to peat) are what are typically recommended.

Well, Venus Fly Traps prefer a sandier soil, so I guess Byblis would be fine in the same soil.
 
Although it's already been answered, remember to use the search function. You'll probably find info on something you may be asking. :)
 
VFT's do well in LFS, but I wouldn't recommend a lot of LFS with B. liniflora. Go with a mostly sand to peat ratio for liniflora.
 
Hi Noddy,

Although I have grown many forms of Byblis in LFS from seed to flower...it can be tricky. I think the biggest problems that Byblis growers have (including myself at one time!) is that they use media with too much organic content and keep them way too wet. I use the same mix as for my Drosera indica forms, 2/3 sand, 1/3 peat and let them almost dry between waterings. I've noticed more prolific flowering tendancies are enhanced this way as well.

Happy Growing,

Brian.
 
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