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I'm very new to this, so I got some n00b questions. I bought a Dionea, a Nephentes Alata and a Drosera capensis Alba a couple of months ago. But since I live in on the fourth floor I've not been able to collect any rain water. But today I bought 8 liters of destilled water for them. I also read someplace that you should flush out the chemicals & minerals from tap water with rainwater or distilled water. I read that you're supposed to water the Dionea and the Drosera in the saucer. But how can you flush out the minerals from a pot when you water it in the saucer? Should I water them in the pot to flush them, or should I just continue watering them in the saucer with the distilled water and.. well.. hope that the mineral buildup hasn't been to much for them. Thanks for any tips.

If you've been watering with tap water the damage has already been done. That said, it's highly recommended that you flush the medium with pure water. In order to do this, water from the top and discard the water that drains out. Do this a few times a day for a few days and you should be fine. After you do this, you can start watering with the tray method, although it is recommended that you occasionally top water to help rinse away any mineral buildup.

Blake answered your question well. I just wanted to say hello and welcome

Hi and welcome! i remember asking almost the exact same thing when i first started :')

Blake got you covered! Welcome!

Thanks for your help!

Hi and Welcome! Good luck with your plants!