Repotting DROSERA Capensis (Sundews) | 'Cos I FORGOT to WATER them!

Today we take a look at repotting Drosera capensis sundews basically because I forgot to water them and over 90% dried up! So in order to save the few remaining ones I'm doing a repot, and we also discuss all the Drosera capensis care requirements while we're at it. Other sundews we look at today include Drosera dichotoma giant and Drosera binata var. multifida, both of which are currently looking great!
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🕘CHAPTERS🕘:
0:00 INTRO
0:12 What happens when you forget to water Drosera?
2:25 Some lovely Drosera varieties
3:21 Drosera light requirements
4:09 Where do Drosera capensis come from?
4:35 Best Drosera for a beginner
5:41 How do you water Drosera capensis?
6:10 What do Drosera capensis blooms look like?
6:15 Drosera light requirements
6:23 Where can you grow Drosera capensis?
6:33 Drosera capensis temperatures
6:55 Drosera capensis fertilisation
7:05 Do Drosera capensis go dormant?
7:11 Drosera capensis pests
7:30 Drosera capensis best potting media requirements
8:10 Alternatives to peat for Drosera capensis potting media
9:05 Repotting Drosera capensis (Sundews)
11:25 When should you repot Drosera capensis?
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[@TheLostOne172]

I feel you're underestimating how hardy these capes can be. Even if the growth is completely dead the plants roots refuse to die and in my experience decide to make several more small plants in response.

[@jazzcabage5494]

I potted my sundew in perlight peat and carnivorous potting mix mild grew ate the moss that was near the top and sudenly had my sundew growing strong after 1 year i have little baby saplings starting up already

[@jazzcabage5494]

I also have to mention the 3 flower stalks that grew in this winter-spring

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

G;ad to hear they're doing well for you Jazz!

[@hellebelle]

That hanging drosera is stunning 😍I have a very small pot of drosera adelae that has made babies like crazy, but I think they're crowding each other out, limiting their size. After watching this video I feel less scared to separate and repot them. Thanks!

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Thanks! Yeah they're a lot tougher than they look. Good luck with the repot.😁

[@Aw_tig]

I really want to get some carnivorous plants, the one you have with the pink flowers in the middle looks really nice. Do any others get flowers? Also I like the vlog chore type videos as well as the others, I think it’s nice to have a good mix of content 👍

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

I think you're referring to the Pinguiculas. Many carnivorous plants have unusual flowers on them. All Drosera (sundews) flower. Venus Fly Traps flower as do Sarracenia. My favourite flowers are on Heliamphoras - although I've never actually got around to growing one yet.

[@sedumzz3289]

I hope they recover !! Have you tried utricularia ? Terrestrial ones are my favorite , so tiny!!

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

At least I've got some other pots as insurance - and they're self-seeding around the place too. I've never tried utricularia as yet. I want to try heliamphora first - whenever I get around to it!

[@pinecone.jeff.carnivores]

I once forgot to check my filter and I ended up watering my Drosera capensis with higher and higher concentrations of TDS. I almost lost my whole tray. So I did a flushing with each pot with distilled water. Now, they’re coming back like seedlings!! Almost lost them all! :)

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Easily done. Glad to hear they're bouncing back for you.

[@bernardcollins8731]

sorry but i dont know your name pal - a smashing video on sundews, thankyou. They seem to be pretty hardy (mine grow in Scotland - even further north than you sound to be?) Take care friend, and i hope your plants survive.

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Thanks Bernard. They bounced back fortunately. I've several self-seeded Drosera capensis too so I think I'll be OK for stock (providing I don't let them dry out again!🤣)

[@grannyplants1764]

His moniker is Geoff ! 🌿

[@Joey-vw1id]

It's going to be a big difference when I start to try to grow these The reason I say that is because most of my plants are also from the cape region in Africa but I have plants from Namaqualand mostly succulents and cacti. I have this Elephant bush that is absolutely beautiful. I was thinking of trying to grow some napenthes pitcher plants, But I'm not sure!🤔

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

I think they’ll fit in just fine providing you don’t have your humidity below 35% for any considerable length of time.

[@Joey-vw1id]

@@Grow_Up_Man55 that's another thing I was wondering because my plants don't need too much humidity. I do mimic the morning dew though because I'm sure that's how it is in Africa!

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

@@Joey-vw1id It's only extremely low humidity that would cause issues.

[@melaniee8781]

My first sundew, a capensis was attacked by aphids, wasn't even that many, maybe thrips as well. It's on life support and it's not looking good, so I am anxious to put them outside.

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Spray it soft soap solution - that should sort the aphids out. They like a sunny spot though which will definitely help.

[@melaniee8781]

@@Grow_Up_Man55 thank u for the tips 😊

[@MrTheWaterbear]

You definitely didn’t need to reply it, it would bounce back fine in its old pot :) But great repot! It will be crazy vigorous now

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Yeah it did! 😀

[@Tommyr]

They should recover Geoff, they are pretty tough. Give them a lot of time.

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

After this video I actually repotted them again - this time giving them their own pot each! Looking forward to bigger plants...🤞

[@grannyplants1764]

Just watching this again because 2 weeks ago I bought a plant clump that has 2 plants from a grower. I’ve let it be to acclimate. Geez those roots are long, will go look for a tall pot. Found this very helpful…but being me I would’ve tried to save anything with green on it! Thanks 🪴😊

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

You can do it! 🤣 Remember to sit the pot in rain water when you're done. Although I could be teaching granny to suck eggs! (An old English saying...)

[@grannyplants1764]

@@Grow_Up_Man55 oh no been living plants since childhood, taught by my Granny….always learning! Why I love plants so much, always something to learn. I do have both distilled and rain water. I prefer rain, especially in my area of central NJ there seems to be an issue with the supply of distilled water. Thanks for reply, hope you are doing well! Judi 🌿

[@gartmorn]

I would think it'll be fine! It's surprising how often a repot can revive an ailing plant. I might get one to deal with fungus gnats! 🤣

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Yeah they're very robust little things - and they were crowded in that pot anyway. You should get some seeds - they're much better to look at in real life than on video!

[@gartmorn]

That's one on order. The power of etsy! Sent for plant. Couldn't be bothered with the faff of stratifying seeds and I need one now for the gnats!

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Haha! I’m sure you’ll love them. Here’s a whole new genera to collect! I’ve just sent for some Colocasia bulbs after seeing them on KZbin. God only knows where I’m going to put them when they grow. I believe they grow huge!! 🤔🤷‍♂️😂

[@gartmorn]

@@Grow_Up_Man55 I tried to grow Alocasia last year outdoors but not a great result. They did survive but didn't flourish so we're transferred to the compost bin!

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Apparently Colocasia need 21 degrees at least so maybe similar for Alocasia? The corms were under a tenner each so worth a go I guess. I really love one called Colocasia Pharoah’s Mask but they’re at least £120!

[@sebastianad9222]

Hi, Ahoj I'm new to helping carnivorous plants. 1.) Is sundew from a filter jug healthy? Can anyone confirm this? 2) I was told that boiled and then cooled water is good for sundews.? Can anyone confirm this? 3) I would like to, I thought. catching rainwater. ? Can anyone confirm this? 4) I would like to, I thought. catching water from snow? Can anyone confirm this? sorry if my english is not good 🙁

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Welcome! To answer your questions: 1. Rain water or distilled water is better 2. See the first answer 3. See the first answer. 4. That would work - but make sure to warm it to over 15°C first. Good luck!

[@canadianhaven]

Oh Dear.... I'm sure they'll pop back and do just fine.

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Fortunately I took some insurance last year and planted a few in another pot!

[@Joey-vw1id]

Hello my friend 💚🌱

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

Hope this is useful to you Joey. 👍😃

[@Joey-vw1id]

@@Grow_Up_Man55 Definitely was! Thank you very much! I would send you some pictures of my indoor garden but I don't know how to do that through KZbin comments!🤔💚🌱

[@kathymacomber5115]

A squirrel ate mine last year..I got new ones

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

The little bu****s! They cause havoc in my garden too - digging up every single pot I own.😫

[@kathymacomber5115]

@@Grow_Up_Man55 yep..we live on 3/4 acre of old growth trees- translating into a large colony of those little beasts.Love the trees but hate squirrels and field mice. But as a “ nature “ lover I tolerate them.

[@michaelmccarthy4077]

"I forgot to water them" maybe your wife is right, maybe you have too many plants to take care of 😂

[@Grow_Up_Man55]

No maybe about it… 🤣