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Hi guys,
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I live in Victoria, Australia not far from Melbourne. I just
bought a carnivorous plant from my garden center. It was
sold as European Wasp Eater - so far I don't think it has
caught any wasps but is readily filling its tubes with house
flies.
Could you please advise what type of plant this is so I can
best care for it. At the moment it lives on my south facing
window sill and is constantly sat in about 2" of rain water.
I saw pictures from your site of them in the snow - could I
just plant this outside?
Thanks for your help!!
Jamie
European Wasp Killer?! It should be called an American Wasp Killer. Your plant is a Sarracenia hybrid, and all Sarracenia are native to the United States and Canada. Some Sarracenia are known for capturing lots of wasps and yellow jackets. These plants produce a nectar that wasps find irresistible. House flies are also fond of the nectar.
It's too extensive to cover the care of this plant in this format. Please read our care sheet on our main website:
http://www.cobraplant.com/caresheets
Good growing!
Jacob Farin
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If your plant is showing poor growth, discoloration, abnormal leaves or possible infestation, the growers at Sarracenia Northwest can help! Carnivorous plant experts Jeff Dallas and Jacob Farin will help you diagnose the problem and get your plants on the right track. Their no nonsense approach has helped thousands of growers all over the world. They can help you too!
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Education/Credentials
Authors of Secrets to Growing Beautiful Carnivorous Plants for Your Home and Garden and producers of the Grow Carnivorous Plants! DVD Series. They also produce a monthly video podcast to illustrate how plants cycle through the seasons.
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