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.
@jazzcabage54942 жыл бұрын
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
@jazzcabage54942 жыл бұрын
I also have to mention the 3 flower stalks that grew in this winter-spring
@Grow_Up_Man552 жыл бұрын
G;ad to hear they're doing well for you Jazz!
@hellebelle2 жыл бұрын
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_Man552 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah they're a lot tougher than they look. Good luck with the repot.😁
@pinecone.jeff.carnivores Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Easily done. Glad to hear they're bouncing back for you.
@Koshigaruma20 күн бұрын
I bought one of these from one of the major UK supermarkets (It will remain nameless) last week. This particular supermarket has been doing carnivorous plants for the first time that I know of. The Drosera that they had is on it's last legs and they had reduced it in price. I will see how I get on.
@Grow_Up_Man5520 күн бұрын
It's surprising how if you leave them long enough - they make a full recovery. Especially Drosera capensis. good luck!
@Aw_tig2 жыл бұрын
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_Man552 жыл бұрын
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.
@sedumzz32892 жыл бұрын
I hope they recover !! Have you tried utricularia ? Terrestrial ones are my favorite , so tiny!!
@Grow_Up_Man552 жыл бұрын
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!
@grannyplants1764 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 🌿
@Joey-vw1id2 жыл бұрын
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_Man552 жыл бұрын
I think they’ll fit in just fine providing you don’t have your humidity below 35% for any considerable length of time.
@Joey-vw1id2 жыл бұрын
@@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_Man552 жыл бұрын
@@Joey-vw1id It's only extremely low humidity that would cause issues.
@bernardcollins87312 жыл бұрын
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_Man552 жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
His moniker is Geoff ! 🌿
@melaniee87812 жыл бұрын
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_Man552 жыл бұрын
Spray it soft soap solution - that should sort the aphids out. They like a sunny spot though which will definitely help.
@melaniee87812 жыл бұрын
@@Grow_Up_Man55 thank u for the tips 😊
@MrTheWaterbear Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Yeah it did! 😀
@sebastianad92229 ай бұрын
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_Man559 ай бұрын
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!
@gartmorn2 жыл бұрын
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_Man552 жыл бұрын
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!
@gartmorn2 жыл бұрын
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_Man552 жыл бұрын
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!! 🤔🤷♂️😂
@gartmorn2 жыл бұрын
@@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_Man552 жыл бұрын
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!
@Tommyr2 жыл бұрын
They should recover Geoff, they are pretty tough. Give them a lot of time.
@Grow_Up_Man552 жыл бұрын
After this video I actually repotted them again - this time giving them their own pot each! Looking forward to bigger plants...🤞
@canadianhaven2 жыл бұрын
Oh Dear.... I'm sure they'll pop back and do just fine.
@Grow_Up_Man552 жыл бұрын
Fortunately I took some insurance last year and planted a few in another pot!
@kathymacomber51152 жыл бұрын
A squirrel ate mine last year..I got new ones
@Grow_Up_Man552 жыл бұрын
The little bu****s! They cause havoc in my garden too - digging up every single pot I own.😫
@kathymacomber51152 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@Joey-vw1id2 жыл бұрын
Hello my friend 💚🌱
@Grow_Up_Man552 жыл бұрын
Hope this is useful to you Joey. 👍😃
@Joey-vw1id2 жыл бұрын
@@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!🤔💚🌱
@Fennekin882 ай бұрын
what are those hard plastic tray called?
@Grow_Up_Man552 ай бұрын
The ones I get from Amazon are called gravel or seed trays.
@michaelmccarthy40772 жыл бұрын
"I forgot to water them" maybe your wife is right, maybe you have too many plants to take care of 😂