Venus Flytrap & Other Carnivorous Plant FAQ

Venus Flytrap & Other Carnivorous Plant FAQ

How long will it take for the carnivorous plants to arrive after I redeem the certificate?

It’ll take about 2 weeks for your carnivorous plants to arrive. To receive our live arrival guarantee, be sure to redeem the certificate when it’s above 40°F or below 85°F in your area. You’re responsible for checking your forecast before redeeming.

I read that carnivorous plants give off pungent odor. Will my house stink because of these plants?

Carnivorous plants give off scents to attract prey. These are very mild and aren’t noticeable at all.

Can I add small animals or insects like snails and frogs to the terrarium?

None of the terrariums have enough space to house small animals or insects along with the plants. Moreover, snails can eat your carnivorous plants.

My sundew is not developing the sticky liquid that is used to trap the flies. The flies are just going right over the leaves. What can I do?

Make sure the soil is moist at all times. Don’t water directly over the plant, the water will wash off the sticky liquid. Little flies like gnats can stick to the leaves but house flies can be too big for your Cape sundew to catch.

Should I keep the lid on at all times to keep the terrarium humid?

The lid has been provided to prevent accidental trap closings in case of Venus flytraps or unintentional harm to the plants in general. You can keep the lid off at all times if you want your plants to naturally catch their prey. When your plants outgrow the height of the terrarium you should keep the lid off at all times.

Do I need a grow light for these carnivorous plants?

As long as your carnivorous plants receive at least 4 hours of sunlight, they will do fine without a grow light.

I’ve never kept carnivorous plants before, is it difficult?

Keeping carnivorous plants with our Terrarium Kits is an easy, hassle-free process. We guarantee live arrival of your healthy carnivorous plants and include helpful accessories with clear instructions.

Can I order carnivorous plants during the winter?

Yes, we ship carnivorous plants all year-round. You can order carnivorous plants during the winter if the temperature in your area is above 40°F for the next 7 days.