Sundew Seeds grow into perennial or annual carnivorous plants with rosettes of sticky, glandular leaves that trap and digest insects. They thrive in temperate to tropical climates with full sun to partial shade and acidic, moist, well-draining soil. Sundews are ideal for bog gardens, terrariums, and container planting, providing ornamental foliage, unique carnivorous adaptations, and small, delicate flowers throughout the growing season.
Features
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Perennial or annual, rosette-forming carnivorous growth habit
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Produces sticky, glandular leaves and small, delicate flowers
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Suitable for bog gardens, terrariums, and containers
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Thrives in full sun to partial shade with acidic, moist soil
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Provides ornamental foliage and unique carnivorous adaptations
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Drosera spp.
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Common Name (US): Sundew
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Rosette-forming perennial or annual carnivorous plant
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USDA Zones: 8-11 (grown as container or indoor plant in cooler zones)
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Spring through summer
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 21-60 days, keep soil moist, high humidity recommended
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Requirements: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil
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Watering Needs: High, keep soil consistently moist
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Mature Plant Size: 2-12 inches tall, 2-12 inches spread (species dependent)
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Plant Spacing: 2-6 inches between plants depending on species