How to grow pitcher plants

Matrix selection

The pitcher plant does not have high requirements for the substrate, because its roots are very developed and generally fill the entire flowerpot. It can be prepared with peat soil, sphagnum moss, perlite and other materials. Some broken pot pieces can be placed at the bottom of the pot to facilitate ventilation and light transmission. As for soil, poor acidic soil is best.

Temperature requirements

Pitcher plants prefer warm winters and cool summers. The best growth temperature is 20℃--32℃. It enters a dormant period in winter, and the room temperature should not be lower than 5℃. Avoid high temperatures in summer, remember to provide appropriate shade and increase ventilation to create a comfortable environment for it, and do not place it on bare concrete floors, as it is very likely to get burned after exposure to the sun.

Ambient humidity

Pitcher plants are suitable for growing in a relatively humid environment and are not resistant to dryness. The air humidity should be kept above 30%. It is best to use the pot immersion method for planting during the growing season to maintain the humidity of the substrate. In summer, it is best to spray water on the leaves more often to keep the environment moist, and this is also conducive to cooling.

Lighting requirements

Pitcher plants are resistant to exposure to the sun and need sufficient light to grow vigorously. If there is insufficient light, the color will be very monotonous. However, you should pay attention to shade in summer and avoid direct sunlight, otherwise too strong sunlight may burn the leaf tubes. The light can be reduced during the winter dormancy period, but one thing you must pay attention to is not to suddenly expose the pitcher plant growing in dark conditions to the sun, as it may die due to lack of adaptation.

Watering Problems

During the growing period, the pitcher plant needs to be given sufficient water, the potting soil needs to be kept moist, and it is best to water it with rainwater. Watering is required several times in summer, but the water temperature should not be too high. In winter, watering needs to be controlled and the soil only needs to be slightly moist. Be careful when watering, do not pour water into the insect trap, and do not allow water to accumulate in the bottle.

Fertilization management

In spring, nitrogen fertilizer can be applied once every half a month, and the roots can be watered with 0.2%-0.3% fertilizer solution. However, it is not necessary to apply only nitrogen fertilizer all the time. For red-leaf pitcher plants, it is best to apply nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium in combination. In winter, stop fertilizing.

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