Sundew needs fresh substrate regularly, since the peat in particular decomposes over time. The carnivorous plant then thrives for many years. When is the best time to repot Drosera and what should you consider?

Repotting is an important part of the sundew care program

The best time to repot sundew

Sundew should always be repotted in early spring. Then the plant will recover the fastest.

If the plants are repotted at least every two years, they will delight you with their flowers and their unusual appearance for many years.

Prepare pots

Many Drosera species tend to stay small, so the new pots don't necessarily have to be much larger than the old ones.

Make sure the planters are deep enough. Some species develop quite long taproots.

Fill the pots with carnivore soil or make your own substrate from white peat and quartz sand (€15.85). Press the soil firmly.

Make an indentation in the center with enough room for the sundew root.

How to properly transplant Drosera

  • Pull sundew out of the pot
  • remove old substrate
  • Use Drosera carefully
  • press on the substrate
  • water well

Carefully pull the sundew out of the old pot. Be careful not to damage the taproot in particular. Shake off the old substrate as completely as possible.

Cut off any dried root parts. If you want to propagate your sundew, you can also take a few root cuttings.

Stick the Drosera into the new soil and press the substrate firmly. Fill the pot with more substrate.

Water the Drosera well after repotting

Place the repotted sundew in a water bath so that the substrate can soak up moisture. Usually you have to refill water several times.

Only use rainwater for watering and later for watering. If none is available, use distilled water.

tips

You should repot sundew that you bought at the hardware store as soon as possible. There are usually several plants in one pot so that the sundew appears bushier. Use a separate pot for each Drosera to save the plant the stress of frequent transplanting.

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