Growing Venus Flytraps in Pure Sphagnum Moss

A grower asks if growing flytraps in pure sphagnum moss with a live sphagnum top layer is acceptable.

Expert Advice: Works Short-Term, But Add Drainage

Jeff Dallas confirms Venus flytraps will grow fine in pure sphagnum for a while, but recommends adding perlite or silica sand (50/50 mix) for better drainage and root aeration. The typical recommended mix is equal parts sphagnum moss and perlite or sand.

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas