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Post by Ron on Sept 11, 2016 10:08:45 GMT
Has anyone grown carnivorous plants outdoors in the UK or similar climate? It seems that some pitcher plants are suited to our climate and will overwinter successfully. I'm thinking about getting a few.
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Post by Rosefriend on Sept 11, 2016 10:12:38 GMT
Has anyone grown carnivorous plants outdoors in the UK or similar climate? It seems that some pitcher plants are suited to our climate and will overwinter successfully. I'm thinking about getting a few. Did you watch Beechgrove Ron, - they looked great, didn't they !! |
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Post by Ron on Sept 11, 2016 10:24:36 GMT
Has anyone grown carnivorous plants outdoors in the UK or similar climate? It seems that some pitcher plants are suited to our climate and will overwinter successfully. I'm thinking about getting a few. Did you watch Beechgrove Ron , - they looked great, didn't they !! I did, Rosefriend, and it's got me intrigued.  |
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Post by andy on Sept 11, 2016 16:06:36 GMT
Wisley has a fine collection of Seracenia which have their toes in water and stay out all year
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Post by Ron on Sept 11, 2016 17:10:44 GMT
Wisley has a fine collection of Seracenia which have their toes in water and stay out all year It is likely easier to use a container so that I can keep the compost wet. Any idea what depth of compost would be required, andy, I was thinking about 9 inches. |
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Post by andy on Sept 12, 2016 5:01:49 GMT
Not sure to be honest Ron. I would keep the pots in a drip tray filled with water if you can. 9" seems a bit much....maybe see how they go to start with then pot them on if needed.
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Post by Ron on Sept 12, 2016 7:36:03 GMT
Not sure to be honest Ron. I would keep the pots in a drip tray filled with water if you can. 9" seems a bit much....maybe see how they go to start with then pot them on if needed. Thanks, andy, I have googled it but get conflicting results. |
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Post by Ron on Sept 12, 2016 8:12:37 GMT
I emailed 'South West Carnivorous Plants' who sell them so I will go with their advice, they say a minimum of 6" but 8" to 12" would be better.
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