Testing + Queries

Richard Marsden (marsden@digicon-egr.co.uk)
Wed, 22 May 96 15:45:46 BST

Hi!

My odd random comments don't seem to get to the list. Is anyone
receiving this? I know I haven't been that active recently, but I have
been attempting to say the odd bit of wibble here and there.

Anyway, some quick queries:

1.) Got some tiny little VFT seedlings. The biggest have developed two
small (3-4 mm size) traps. About how big, or how old do they have to
get before becoming active?

2.) Also got some D Peltata. Similar age (<2 months). When should
they be potted on? (my seed sowing had something to be desired, so most
are in an area an inch or so in diameter!)

3.) Looking at buying some more Sarracenia (I have a few hybrid 1 year old
plants). Preferably pure breds, but "standard crosses" would be okay.
Would like some nice colourful and/or attractive ones.
They have to survive a "British plant-pot" condition (ie. indoors) - I usually
water with a tray. The ability to catch blue-bottles, wasps, and be able
to empty whole ant's nests a bonus!
Any recomendations?
In the longer term, looking at the idea of cross-pollinating and trying
to produce my own "planned" hybrids.

Richard