You may enjoy the extravagant and somewhat unusual flowers (a great example is shown here) but trim them back once in a while to encourage the growing pitcher plant to begin growing more pitchers. Dormancy needs are tricky, so do not be discouraged if your specimen did not return in the spring of the first year. With patience and know how, you can revive dead flowers and allow others to flourish. The best part of growing carnivorous plants is that they are simple to grow.
You must provide conditions that are just right for your carnivorous plants when starting out. For example, there are many insects around you that you will need to keep at bay. Some species are easier than others to control. The pitcher plant you choose should have plenty of bark or leaves to protect it from hungry wasps, hornets, and thieves. You also want to protect it from wind and cold so make sure to plant it in a sunny position. Beneficial insects can help control some of these pests.
If you have never grown any plants in your home before, you should definitely consider planting some seeds indoors before trying them outdoors. Many people have an outdoor greenhouse in their yard and use it as a place to grow starter plants. If you do not have a greenhouse, you can still plant seeds indoors and then transfer them outdoors when they germinate. Many gardeners also use terrariums for this purpose because it allows them to grow healthy plants in a very controlled environment.
There are many benefits to growing pitcher plants indoors. First, there is no danger of too much heat or too much cold. Because you are growing them inside, they will rarely go through the seasons. No matter how hard you try, you cannot avoid rain during any part of the year so you will always be able to keep your plants healthy with or without a greenhouse.
Another advantage to growing carnivorous plants indoors is that you can easily provide your plants with the right amount of water. It is important to remember that moisture is very essential for plants to thrive. If you are growing carnivorous plants indoors, you can use a humidity meter to test the moisture level in your room. This will tell you if you are getting enough water or if the humidity in your room is too high. Just monitor the moisture levels carefully and you should be fine.
The last thing I would like to talk about gardening know how is to pick out the correct fertilizer for your particular climate. You can purchase compost at most local nurseries. However, I would recommend starting out with a brand that you have used before. This way you will get familiar with it and if you start growing pitcher plants that you have grown before, you will have some sort of reference that you can use to determine what fertilizer to use next time around.
If you do not have any air conditioning in your home, you may want to consider growing pitcher plants in a container. These plants are known to tolerate some pretty humid conditions. They can even handle the heat from a greenhouse window. A great place to try this would be in your back yard. If you have not tried it before, you will definitely want to give it a shot one day.
When growing pitcher plants indoors, it is best to use a humidifier in the winter months and a dehumidifier during the summer months. This will allow for a perfect growing environment. Humidity and water are the two most important factors when growing plants. Be sure to do a little research on the types of plants you are interested in so that you will be prepared to find information on the best temperatures and humidity levels to maintain for optimal growth.