Re: Intro
Oliver T Massey CFS (massey@hal.fmhi.usf.edu)
Thu, 11 Jul 1996 09:49:03 -0400 (EDT)
> Fellow Carnivores:
>
> I have always been interested in carnivorous plants; I find them
> fascinating! I have never grown a CP, being afraid I would kill it or
> not be able to feed it (what do you feed them indoors? does one catch
> insects?). But in reading several articles lately, I have decided it
> may not be so difficult, so I'm plunging in.
>
> I am particularly interested in finding varieties of CP that would grow
> outside in my climate (subtropical Florida, Zone 10) and providing as
> natural a habitat as possible for them. I have seen pitcher plants
> growing wild near the highway not too far from my home. I have
> containers for water plants and I think perhaps some sarracenias or
> utricularias might grow for me. I would be grateful for any direction!
>
> I am very happy to be allowed to join this group and look forward to
> hearing from you! Thank you.
>
> Deleted
Nice to have you aboard. There are a number of growers here
in ~south~ Florida, and we are actually in a good environment for
outdoor growing. Here in Tampa I am in zone 9b. The Sarracenia's
should do fine outside, particularly if our winters remain as cold as
they were last year. You may have more problems with bugs (scale, etc)
than those further north. Nepenthes will also do well outside, altho I
would suggest experimenting a little. For example, you might want to
use a shade house. They will also need to be protected from cold on
those few nights a year when the temps drop.
Good growing.
Tom