Overwintering guide
How to overwinter venus flytrap 'dente'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills venus flytrap 'dente' in winter
Cutting venus flytrap 'dente' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering venus flytrap 'dente' — FAQ
Does venus flytrap 'dente' need to come indoors for winter?
Venus Flytrap 'Dente' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 7 — winter lows around -18°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Venus Flytrap 'Dente' is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move venus flytrap 'dente' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water venus flytrap 'dente' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills venus flytrap 'dente' over winter?
Cutting venus flytrap 'dente' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.