
Dionaea muscipula King Henry Flytrap
This variety of flytrap produces upright yellow traps. The mouths of the traps have a splash of reddish orange. It grows very vigorously and sends up multiple traps at once. It also produces larger than normal traps when it matures, up to 1 1/2 inches. Because of the long petioles, the leaves flop over due to the weight of the large traps. This is probably why it was called King Henry!
Type of Plant: Outdoor perennial for container growing.
Height: Up to 5 inches at maturity.
Sunlight: Full sun during the growing season.
Water: Low-mineral water (50 ppm or less).
Soil: Equal parts peat moss and perlite only.
Winter: Dormant. Minimal protection in USDA zones 7-9. Mulch in colder regions.
PLANT YOU RECEIVE
• Juvenile plant, acclimated for outdoor growing.
• Shipped in a 3-inch pot. Care instructions are included.
Photos illustrate summer growth. Appearance changes with the seasons at the time of shipping. See below for more information.
All outdoor perennials experience seasonal changes at our nursery in Oregon.
• January-March: Plant is dormant with few traps.
• April: Spring growth will appear by the end of the month.
• May: Still waking up. Fully developed traps will gradually appear.
• June-August: Full display of traps.
• September: Plant is slowing down. Upright traps start to drop.
• October: Dormancy begins. Fewer traps. No new growth until spring.
• November-December: Plant is dormant. Browned traps are cut off.
Reviews
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Slow growth, flowering over an over
While this arrived in great shape, it was noticeably much less vigorous and did not have many traps compared to my other plant. This can be attributed to the plant being in flowering stage, which I am still trying to get it to transition out of (I've trimmed the flower twice and have had it in full sun). I'm hoping to get it back to vegetative growth to see how big those traps will get, but so far they pale in comparison to the size of the common variety traps. It does seem to survive well without a terrarium, which is a big advantage with GCP's products.
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Nice really nice big traps
I really like the size of this one BIG traps
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Great Flytrap!
They came in great condition and ready to do their part in my backyard!
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First time with "King Henry"
I have never grown "King Henry" Venus flytrap, and so I was glad to order this one on a special. I received a nice small plant that has continued to grow normally first when inside under fluorescent lights and now outside in the sunlight. RESPONSE FROM SARRACENIA NORTHWEST: We do not at all recommend growing flytraps under fluorescent lights, especially during the growing season. These are cold hardy plants native to North Carolina. At our nursery in Oregon, we grow them strictly outdoors. No terrariums or artificial growing conditions for these guys! We always recommend following the care instructions provided with your plant. Plants are only guaranteed for 30 days when the care instructions are followed. The guarantee is void should you decide to go rogue. :-)
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Beautiful big traps!
My king Henry is thriving with beautiful vigorous traps! It's already catching daddy long legs on my porch. Totally recommended this plant for a begginer! P.S don't forget to buy the volume 1 DVD for successful growing!
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Bigger than I thought.
When I purchased this one it said Small.... well it's a lot bigger and more mature than I thought it would be... even had a few little ones clustered around its base. And the packaging was perfect. Got here quick.
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Those little guys are going strong.
I had bought two plants of King Henry Venus Flytraps for my home, but had instead brought them to the office. Sitting in a south facing window, and getting daily drinks of bottled water, the plants have been doing great! In the big office somehow any flies make their way to the plants, and co workers love them. They've gotten so big, I'm re potting them tomorrow!
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King Henry
Really happy woth communcation about my order and questions I had. Fly trap arrived package neatly with care and in hreat condition. Really happy with this purchase
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Excellent
As usual the plant I received was gorgeous. I never have to worry about the plants I purchase from you! Thanks again!!!!
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Excellent shipping
Some of the finest shipping I have seen. Specimens are doing wonderful, very strong grower!
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You Guys Rock ! Very Healthy .
Thank you so much they are Thriving on my porch on the east side of my home getting really big .very happy I'll say it Again You guys Rock Thank you very much The Organic Gardener Robert J Galvin.
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Dionaea muscipula "King Henry Flytrap" [Sm
I am very pleased with my recent order. The plants arrived very quickly (especially considering they came from the other side of the country). They were nice sized plants well packed and in good shape. The instruction sheets were easy to understand and appreciated. All plants are growing well.