Drosera dichotoma, Giant Staghorn

As a native of southern Australia and New Zealand, this plant is surprisingly cold-hardy. At our nursery, we've seen very large mature plants survive winter temperatures as low as 10°F without any winter protection. During the growing season, Drosera dichotoma produces slender leaves that branch into as many as four points per leaf. (Juvenile leaves only have two points per leaf.) In winter, its leaves die back to the soil. In spring, the plant regrows from its long, thick roots. Provide this plant with lots of sunlight during the growing season. Lots of sunlight. Lots.

GENERAL CARE
Type of Plant: Hardy perennial for outdoor container growing.
Leaves: Up to 12 inches at maturity.
Sunlight: Partial to 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
• Young plant shipped potted in a 3-inch pot.
• Care guide and our 30-day guarantee are included.

SEASONAL APPEARANCE
January-March: Plant is dormant in a resting bud state.
April: Spring growth will appear by the end of the month.
May: More leaves appear, but not yet full size.
June-August: Full display of dewy leaves.
September-October: Dormancy begins. The plant drops its leaves. Growth resumes in spring.
November-December: Plant is dormant in a resting bud state.