Peat Gardens & Terraria for Carnivorous Plants
Setting up a Carnivorous Peat Garden
It is difficult to suggest conditions suitable for every type of
area, as different plants are affected by different temperatures and
rainfall. The position of the peat garden should be one that has some
filtered light, similar to that for ferns and orchids.
Set up a peat garden for carnivorous plants by digging a hole at
least 60 centimeters deep, but preferably up to 120 centimeters. The
deeper one goes, the less likely the garden will dry out. Line this with
thick plastic then fill with damp peat moss, soaked for a few days
beforehand.
Once the garden is established, as well as being an insect free ( or
at least less insects ) area to sit and enjoy, there will usually be at
least one species in flower at any one time.
Terraria
A terrarium is simply a sealed container that provides a moisture
balanced environment. Terraria can be used for growing most carnivorous
plants, and they can be made of either glass or plastic. The advantage
of terraria is that they contain the heat to a large extent and provide
a more even range of temperature, while keeping a high humidity level
and protecting the plants from draughts.
The disadvantages of terraria is that the excessive heat can build up
very quickly when they are left in direct sunlight, and there is a
greater chance of disease developing on the plant once it has entered
terrarium.
To prevent the plants from overheating, place the terrarium in a room
with ample light but away from direct sunlight. To prevent disease,
spray it with Benlate as soon as it is planted up.
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