If you are wondering why the venus flytrap traps bugs for food, the answer is an interesting one that shows how things in nature can adapt to survive.
In the marshes and bogs where venus flytraps originate, there was not much in the way of nutrients in the soil for the plants. So, they venus flytrap plant adapted and begin to trap it's prey to digest the nutrients it needed. How great is that? The plant actually has a scent that attracts bugs to it and then it traps them when they get there. If they can do all of this in order to survive, we can do anything, right?
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Sunday, March 28, 2010
The Venus Flytrap Flower
Did you even know that there is such a thing as the Venus Flytrap flower? Many people do not. Most owners of venus flytrap plants, especially beginners, do not allow them to flower.
The reason the venus flytrap flower is not desirable is that it takes a lot of energy away from the plant itself. In fact, if you are not a seasoned flytrap owner, you may lose your plant completely. Many beginning flytrap growers lose their plant after it flowers.
The flowers are cute, white and delicate looking. If your plant is let go too long and the bud starts to open, forget it, you have waited to long to cut it off. You might as well enjoy the flowering process and try to collect seeds for more plants.
If you don't want your plant to flower, just cut it off at the stem when you see the bud forming on the little branch.
The reason the venus flytrap flower is not desirable is that it takes a lot of energy away from the plant itself. In fact, if you are not a seasoned flytrap owner, you may lose your plant completely. Many beginning flytrap growers lose their plant after it flowers.
The flowers are cute, white and delicate looking. If your plant is let go too long and the bud starts to open, forget it, you have waited to long to cut it off. You might as well enjoy the flowering process and try to collect seeds for more plants.
If you don't want your plant to flower, just cut it off at the stem when you see the bud forming on the little branch.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
The Venus Flytrap is Great For Kids!
The venus flytrap is great for kids. Not only is it super interesting and kids will be fascinated by the fact that it "eats" bugs, but they will love so many things about it. You have got to read this post written by 8-year-old Micaela. Why Venus Flytrap is a Great Plant For Kids
Saturday, March 13, 2010
All of Your Flytraps Should Be Awake!
Venus flytrap dormancy should be over now. All of your plants should be awake and ready for you to enjoy! Why not get it a new home and put together a nice new terrarium home? Your flytrap will appreciate it.
Don't have a venus flytrap yet or thinking about getting one? Now is a good time to buy venus flytrap plants. They are awake and ready to party!
Remember, only feed it when it is necessary and take good care of your plants. You have a long period of enjoyment ahead of you.
Don't have a venus flytrap yet or thinking about getting one? Now is a good time to buy venus flytrap plants. They are awake and ready to party!
Remember, only feed it when it is necessary and take good care of your plants. You have a long period of enjoyment ahead of you.
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