Yayyyy Plant 🪴 😍 Mail...... My Pitcher Plant and some Hen...
Yayyyy Plant 🪴 😍 Mail......
My Pitcher Plant and some Hens and Chicks. (Lemon Waves and Pineapple Paradise)
I noticed the Pitcher Plant is in dirt. Do I leave it in dirt? Do I need moss? Where she is hanging is temporary for now. #cpclubthursday #pitcherplant #happyplants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #planttherapy #plantmafia #plantcorner
My Pitcher Plant and some Hens and Chicks. (Lemon Waves and Pineapple Paradise)
I noticed the Pitcher Plant is in dirt. Do I leave it in dirt? Do I need moss? Where she is hanging is temporary for now. #cpclubthursday #pitcherplant #happyplants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #planttherapy #plantmafia #plantcorner
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@planthoe40 ooh how fun! So I do not yet have personal experience with these, so I’m going to tag some others, that I hope I’m remembering correctly, that do have CP.
I will also leave you with a couple podcast episodes. The first one has Damon from California Carnivores as the guest of the show, and the second one’s guest is Kenny Cougan, the head of education at the International Carniverous Plant Society. This society has also put out helpful YouTube videos.
And now: @MusicalRedmint although I don’t know if you have pitcher plants 🤔 @stephongreg @Ponytailmom @MamaLinne
And hopefully if I’m remembering wrong, one of them might know others that do.
I will also leave you with a couple podcast episodes. The first one has Damon from California Carnivores as the guest of the show, and the second one’s guest is Kenny Cougan, the head of education at the International Carniverous Plant Society. This society has also put out helpful YouTube videos.
And now: @MusicalRedmint although I don’t know if you have pitcher plants 🤔 @stephongreg @Ponytailmom @MamaLinne
And hopefully if I’m remembering wrong, one of them might know others that do.
No pitcher plants, thanks for the tag @DreamMachine. But I do have a sarracenia (or rather I'm caring for one), which this one looks like to me. Are you sure it's a pitcher plant? Or can you use the term for both, sarracenias and nepenthes interchangeably?
(Edit: yes, you can, apparently. Sry for the confusion, but at least I've learned something new. Anyhow...)
So my 2cts on sarracenia care:
It probably is in good sense cp soil. If you keep an eye on any signs that might be getting too compacted and roots are dying (declining health, limp leaves, maybe mold), it should be fine. Generally I prefer keeping my CPs in live sphagnum moss, but for my Venus fly trap and the sarracenia I didn't bother to repot them up to now and they are doing fine. However: if you got them from a bigger shop that's not specialized in CPs they might be planted too dense. Was the case with mine. Since the soil should be kept continuously moist, too many plants to close together can end in rot. Thankfully I spotted it in time and basically culled a few plants (which was necessary anyway because at this point they were beyond saving). The rest bounced back remarkably fast as soon as it had more room to breathe and grow. No issues since.
Since your plant also looks like there might be more than one in that pot, that might be something I would watch out for and immediately address if you notice any signs of rot . If you get moss I would opt for live one, like I said. Since they are generally kept wet all the time, it just pays off in the end. It's prettier, doesn't rot (which dead moss will do quite soon, especially under those conditions). Less material, fewer repots. And more antibacterial/ antifungal properties as a bonus.
Because I've almost lost mine to what basically was a ventilation issue back then, I'd also maybe use another pot once you move it. Let the leaves get some air. And sun. Most CPs are quite light hungry.
I hope that helps as a start (until maybe some more sarracenia experienced people come along).
(Edit: yes, you can, apparently. Sry for the confusion, but at least I've learned something new. Anyhow...)
So my 2cts on sarracenia care:
It probably is in good sense cp soil. If you keep an eye on any signs that might be getting too compacted and roots are dying (declining health, limp leaves, maybe mold), it should be fine. Generally I prefer keeping my CPs in live sphagnum moss, but for my Venus fly trap and the sarracenia I didn't bother to repot them up to now and they are doing fine. However: if you got them from a bigger shop that's not specialized in CPs they might be planted too dense. Was the case with mine. Since the soil should be kept continuously moist, too many plants to close together can end in rot. Thankfully I spotted it in time and basically culled a few plants (which was necessary anyway because at this point they were beyond saving). The rest bounced back remarkably fast as soon as it had more room to breathe and grow. No issues since.
Since your plant also looks like there might be more than one in that pot, that might be something I would watch out for and immediately address if you notice any signs of rot . If you get moss I would opt for live one, like I said. Since they are generally kept wet all the time, it just pays off in the end. It's prettier, doesn't rot (which dead moss will do quite soon, especially under those conditions). Less material, fewer repots. And more antibacterial/ antifungal properties as a bonus.
Because I've almost lost mine to what basically was a ventilation issue back then, I'd also maybe use another pot once you move it. Let the leaves get some air. And sun. Most CPs are quite light hungry.
I hope that helps as a start (until maybe some more sarracenia experienced people come along).
Come to think of sarracenia /CP experts: @LaSiguanaba are you still active? I've not seen you post for a while. But if you still are, I'm sure you'll have some more experienced input than me.
@DreamMachine are those podcast on utube? I've never listened to a podcast so not sure where people listen to podcast at. @MusicalRedmint can i buy live moss on etsy? Have you ever heard anybody growing them in coco coir. This is where she is now.
The reason I put her there is hubby works night 12 hr shift and that's the one grow light I have that I can turn on in the morning when I leave for work that doesn't bother him sleeping. My apartment is one room other than the bathroom.
The reason I put her there is hubby works night 12 hr shift and that's the one grow light I have that I can turn on in the morning when I leave for work that doesn't bother him sleeping. My apartment is one room other than the bathroom.
@planthoe40 you can! As luck would have it Shannon @SuperbRaspfern just recommend this Etsy shop for their, good quality for a good price, live moss
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Appalachianmoss
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Appalachianmoss
@planthoe40 and re podcasts, yes you can find them on YouTube 👍 or Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or iheartradio
@DreamMachine @SuperbRaspfern do i just buy live spaghum moss or any moss? Also side note what kind of moss can I put in a terrinuam?
I’m terrible with pitcher plants. I ended up getting rid of mine; only because I’m not as disciplined with their requirements. 🤭. Oh, there is a gal I’m trying to remember… maybe Nadia can remember her name? @DreamMachine, do you remember the gal she’s hilarious? She made the hilarious post about her cactus “Richard” and how he exploded?? Her daughter recently got married, and she posted all the beautiful pictures of her daughter’s engagement and 💒 wedding. I can’t remember her name, but I know she’s got a gorgeous one.
Live Sphagnum Moss is great but ONLY if you are using a closed or semi closed terrarium. Otherwise the sphagnum turns dry and ugly. Unless you live in an INCREDIBLY high humidity environment.
I have used all of her mosses in terrariums and they all do great. She even has bundle packs with a variety which is fun at Appalachian Moss. If you have questions just ask her she's very helpful.
I do love my pitcher plants I gave away some but kept 3.
I keep mine in 50% peat moss+ 50% perlite then use spaghnum live on top. It's a perfect indicator for when you need to water. NEVER tap water!!!
My sphagnum got crispy because I left the top open to experiment.
I love these boxes off Amazon because they have holes for a little air but not too much and the lid slides open and can be removed.
Pitchure plants don't need to be in an enclosed terrarium unless you want to use one. But, I live in a very dry area mine need them. If you live in a humid environment they even do well outdoors.
I have used all of her mosses in terrariums and they all do great. She even has bundle packs with a variety which is fun at Appalachian Moss. If you have questions just ask her she's very helpful.
I do love my pitcher plants I gave away some but kept 3.
I keep mine in 50% peat moss+ 50% perlite then use spaghnum live on top. It's a perfect indicator for when you need to water. NEVER tap water!!!
My sphagnum got crispy because I left the top open to experiment.
I love these boxes off Amazon because they have holes for a little air but not too much and the lid slides open and can be removed.
Pitchure plants don't need to be in an enclosed terrarium unless you want to use one. But, I live in a very dry area mine need them. If you live in a humid environment they even do well outdoors.
@planthoe40 I have put pretty much every kind of moss in terrariums with success. Some will rot if too wet though so pitchure plants can be grown in wet environment is which is why I like the sphaghnum. But if you want the lid open then use any other kind she has.
@planthoe40 Anytime Misty. I don't always go on here but usually I'll get tagged. Then I answer as soon as I'm freed up. I'm in Cali on a small farm so it often takes me a bit. Got critters that count on me. Always feel free to tag me if you need help or Nadia, she's great at tagging if she doesn't have the answer. I am @SuperbRaspfern, my name is Shannon.
@SuperbRaspfern I took some pics does she look healthy? That's how wet she is right now. I ordered some 5 inch self watering pots and some perlite. The moss will have to wait. I really can't put anymore money on my credit card till I make a payment. I guess for now she will have to stay in her current substrate with added perlite.
@SuperbRaspfern some more pics I will be getting some moss. I didn't realize how much came in those domes until I talked to Felicia. One dome should fill a 5 in pot. Hopefully I get it before the sale goes off.
@planthoe40 Yes it's a lot of moss for the money. If there is extra it stays very nice in a sealed Tupperware so there is no waste.
My only suggestion costs nothing I would cover her with a ziplock bag over the top not tight just covering to ease her transition.
I'm sure sure was in a closely monitored greenhouse and they can shock if exposed to room temp air right away. Don't feed her right away either wait a couple of weeks. They don't eat when shocked it takes far too much energy.
My only suggestion costs nothing I would cover her with a ziplock bag over the top not tight just covering to ease her transition.
I'm sure sure was in a closely monitored greenhouse and they can shock if exposed to room temp air right away. Don't feed her right away either wait a couple of weeks. They don't eat when shocked it takes far too much energy.
Thanks for the photos it looks like my Sarracenia purpurea, they need EXTRA high humidity. Think swamp, you want it like that that's why she is getting floppy cover her right away. Since you haven't bought moss yet stick with Sphaghnum, the moss will struggle first and tell you right away that your plant needs more water. Closed terrarium is the only way. She should start to show more color once shock passes and she gets humidity.
@planthoe40 @DreamMachine I have many pitcher plants😁 I use either moss or organic peat in all of mine. Moss can get ugly if there isn’t enough air flow around the plant for sure, but as long as u have airflow, I’ve never had a problem with it. I have a couple of pots that have had the same moss for a several years now! Either works but it needs a lot more than it looks like is in that pot😁 Good Luck! 🪴🌼🌺
I'm not based on the US so I wouldn't have had any helpful answer to the moss sourcing question anyway, so I'm glad you've gotten all the answers you needed to start 😊 . Only caveat maybe re. sphagnum in a terrarium: depends on how you want to style it. It isn't great to combine with other mosses or smaller plants because it tends to take over the place once it has established itself. It helps if your terrarium has a big enough opening that you can trim it back from time to time without too much of a hassle (if there are plants that otherwise would be overgrown, that is). Also, I don't have any experiences with sarracenias in terrariums, but generally it helps any terrarium of you can add some detrivores to them. Especially if you have v plants in there that are prone to rot. The sphagnum already is a great helper there, but I've found having e.g. some (good) springtails as well added in from the very beginning, helps a lot with establishing a healthy closed terrarium from the start.
Have fun with your project.
Have fun with your project.
@MusicalRedmint I wasn't asking about a terrinuam for the pitcher plant. I want to do a David Latimer terrinuam
@planthoe40 I understand. I included that part only because the advice you got for the pitcher plant also included possible terrarium setups. I'm sorry if that was confusing.