Pretty Predatory Plants : Beautiful killer plants. I've caught the bug!

🌱It's quite ironic that carnivorous plants (CP's) are also strangely beautiful and some are quite ornate. This is actually my second round with keeping these plants. Many years ago I picked up a few Venus Fly Traps at a novelty store and of course the poor things eventually died..maybe due to the fact that I planted it in potting soil and watered it with tap water. That was in the early 90's and there wasn't alot of info out there about proper maintenance of CP's.

🌱Truth be told I am definitely not a master gardener so was apprehensive about trying again. But encouraged by modest success with my Plumeria and other various plants, I figured to give it another try. This time I read up first (highly recommended) and educated myself regarding the specific needs of CP's. I purchased my first Venus Fly Trap and was hooked. My 27 y/o son Will suggested a pitcher plant. As they are more costly, I hesitated but took the leap and purchased a young Tropical Pitcher (Nepenthes Ventricosa) and yes, I love it! Thank you Predatory Plants. Go to: https://predatoryplants.com/

Nepenthes Ventricosa (highland) from the Philippines

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I'm keeping this blog to log my successes (and failures) and pass along what has worked and what hasn't. I'll post new pics as my bog garden takes shape.

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Here are some resources I've found helpful:

For books, Kindle, etc

📖: The Savage Garden by Peter D'Amato available on Amazon or at California Carnivores website at https://www.californiacarnivores.com

For plants, supplies and expert advice:

https://www.californiacarnivores.com/

https://predatoryplants.com/

https://bergenwatergardens.com

https://nativeexoticsonline.com

For informative websites, blogs, etc:

https://carnivorousplantresource.com/2018/09/beginners-carnivorous-plant-grow-guide/