drosera root length and compost longevity

Morpeth, David (drm@writtle.ac.uk)
Wed, 14 Feb 1996 11:09:29 GMT

Hi all,
i have a query i would like to bounce off you all and ask for advice
and tips on, especially as it will soon be potting on time and
seedling weaning!
the question is, what kind of depths do people find various drosera
species grow to? a comprehensive list is not what i'm after, more a
general view as to safe pot size! i.e do they mind shallow pots,
allowing roots to grow back on themselves?
on a similar vane, how long can one expect a standard 50/50 mix of
peat and sand to last for drosera species? 1,2,3 years, a lifetime?
the kinds i grow include pygmes, tuberous etc etc

thanks in advance
dave morpeth