Plants You Receive
Small clumps in 3-inch pots. All plants are acclimated for windowsill growing. Flowers may or may not be present at the time of shipping. Leaves are very, very small and remain on the soil surface. See last two photos for examples.
General Care
Type of Plant: Tropical sundew for windowsill growing.
Native Habitat: Northern Territory, Australia.
Sunlight: Very bright filtered sunlight.
Water: Low-mineral water (50 ppm or less). Allow water to drain through completely.
Soil: Equal parts long-fiber sphagnum moss and perlite. No garden soil, compost, or fertilizer.
Temperatures: Prefers mild temperatures but always protect from frost.
Care info will be provided.
As with all bladderworts (Utricularia), the carnivorous activity occurs beneath the soil surface. Little bladder-like structures along the plant's roots capture teeny-tiny soil critters, such as nematodes. While this might not be terribly exciting for most first-time growers, many growers have come to appreciate bladderworts for their beautiful flowers. Utricularia fulva produces attractive orange flowers during the winter months. It's leaves are very, very small and remain on the soil surface.
