Feeding Utricularia?

Feeding Utricularia?#442380

By Gary -  Tue Nov 14, 2023 2:35 am
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- Tue Nov 14, 2023 2:35 am #442380

Hi all. I just ordered some U. alpina seeds from the Bank and with a bit of luck I'll be able to get some nice plants going in few months.
I'm planning to grow them in a LFSM/Perlite mix.
My question is, should I be concerned about the ability of the plants to find microorganisms to feed on in this less dense grow mix? Are there any supplements that I should look for?
Other than the accursed U. subulata I have no experience with growing Utricularia, so all advice is welcomed.

Re: Feeding Utricularia?#442382

By ChefDean -  Tue Nov 14, 2023 2:47 am
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- Tue Nov 14, 2023 2:47 am #442382

As with all plants, they don't need bugs to survive. Bugs are a great supplement, but the plants only need carbon dioxide and sunlight to make all the food they need.

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Re: Feeding Utricularia?#442385

By Gary -  Tue Nov 14, 2023 5:02 am
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- Tue Nov 14, 2023 5:02 am #442385

That's what I was looking to do, just throw in some fertilizer. I'm sure they'll be fine. Thanks!

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