Venus fly trap

The Venus fly trap requires very specific watering in order to thrive. It should be watered twice a week using distilled or rain water. Each session should be light, involving about 1/2 cup of water. Do not allow the soil to become soaked, as this can cause rot. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings, but not too much so that the plant wilts. The Venus fly trap does not require more frequent or additional water outside of this schedule.

The Venus fly trap (Dionaea muscipula 'King Henry') is known to thrive in direct sunlight, requiring at least 6 to 8 hours per day. During summer months, it is recommended to give this plant species up to 12 hours of sunlight per day to ensure proper growth and health. In the colder winter months, however, the plant should be kept in indirect or partial sunlight as direct sunlight can damage the delicate leaves and cause discolored or burned foliage.

For Venus Fly Traps, pruning should be done when growth becomes unhealthy or excessive. Prune no more than 1-third of the plant. This should be done in early spring, and can be repeated once a year. Pruning is done by cutting back the leaves that are yellowed. Dead leaves can also be trimmed off. Doing this will allow the trapped nutrients to be redirected to healthier leaves. Pruning will also help keep your trap in shape and encourage new growth. Do not trim all the leaves off, but only those that are showing signs of damage.