Question
I have potting soil (sunshine mix #7) this mix contains soil moisture gel. Is this safe to use on carnivorous plants? I raise Venus fly traps, Pitcher plants and sundew.

Thanks
Dave

Answer
Hi Dave,

The short answer is no.  These mixes will have in addition to peat/perlite in them, wetting agents and lime for pH adjustment.  It will have disastrous effects on Venus flytraps and Sundews, and would be detrimental long-term to Sarracenia.  I've yet to fine any commercial mix that is suitable for carnivorous plants.  You still would need to mix your own.

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.growcarnivorousplants.com