Add an exotic and fascinating touch to your garden with Red Drosera, an heirloom variety prized for its striking red coloration and compact growth habit. Perfect for container planting, terrariums, or specialized carnivorous plant collections, these flowers attract attention with their unique appearance while offering low-maintenance growth. Ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners, Red Drosera is a visually captivating addition to any home garden.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Carnivorous flowering plant
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Height/Spread: 4 – 6 inches tall, compact growth habit
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Flower Color: Bright red
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Light Requirement: Full sun to partial sun
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Soil Type: Acidic, well-draining soil; preferably a mix of sphagnum peat and sand
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Special Traits: Compact growth, unique red coloration, easy to grow indoors/outdoors
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Seed Type: Open-pollinated, Heirloom, Non-GMO
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sowing Time: Sow indoors any time under controlled conditions.
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Soil Preparation: Use a well-draining acidic mix, preferably 50% sphagnum peat and 50% sand.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds on the soil surface; do not cover as light aids germination.
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Spacing: Allow 3 – 4 inches between seedlings for optimal growth.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist using distilled or rainwater; avoid tap water.
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Germination Period: 14 – 28 days under optimal light and moisture conditions.