How do carnivorous plants survive in nitrate poor soil? In a word–very well! carnivorous plants are fleshy, short-lived plants that derive most or all of their nutrients from eating and trapping animals or other crustaceans, usually small crustaceans and insects. They grow well in dry, oxygen-free conditions, especially in soils that are poor in nitrogen.…
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Have you ever found yourself wondering if aloe vera is poisonous to cats? This is one of the most commonly asked questions by cat owners, especially since aloe vera is often found in shampoos, creams and other personal care products. Is this plant poisonous to cats? The answer is a cautious “no”. The leaves and…
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This is a question many gardeners often ask, especially when they are in the process of preparing their herbaceous perennials for flowering. My answer to this is an emphatic “no”. For one thing, carnivores have evolved over the eons into efficient hunters and certainly do not suffer pain at the point of attack as humans…
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The plant world is a beautiful and varied place. In the field of horticulture, carnivorous plants can be quite beautiful. There are many types of carnivores available to suit your needs. Many people, though, are not aware of how to look after these plants and have no idea of what steps to take. If you…
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One of the most common questions concerning carnivorous plants is “do carnivorous plants eat wasps?” The wasp has been a long time friend to many plants, providing them with protection and food. In fact, some plants that are non-feeding hosts have lost their flowers to the wasps. Did you know that the plant kingdom consists…
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Carnivorous plants are native to bogs and can survive without many nutrients as they catch insects to gather the nitrogen. They attract insects by producing nectar at the rim. When the bugs travel into the plant, the leaves either close and trap the prey like the Venus Flytrap, or they cannot climb back up the…
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What is the best soil for carnivorous plants? Most of the carnivorous plants require soil that are moist to wet in warmer climate and less moisture in the winter months. Do not use garden soil as it is not suitable and will kill the carnivorous plants. The ideal planting media for most of these carnivorous…
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