Carnivorous plants are often available at hardware stores for little money. These are mass-produced plants that are not particularly vigorous and require a lot of care until they recover. In specialist nurseries the price is significantly higher, but the quality is usually much better.
How much do carnivorous plants cost?
Carnivorous plants cost from around 4 euros in hardware stores, depending on the variety and quality. Specialist nurseries offer higher quality, but the prices are correspondingly higher. Swap meets and auctions are also ways to purchase carnivores.
How much do carnivorous plants cost?
In the hardware store, the price for carnivorous plants ranges from around 4.00 euros upwards, depending on the variety. But there are also copies available there for which you have to put more than 20.00 euros on the table.
If you buy carnivores from specialist nurseries or from breeders, the price is significantly higher. In return, you usually receive better quality and specialist advice at the same time.
If you want to start breeding carnivorous plants, you should not only pay attention to the price, but rather spend a little more money. Since carnivores also die at the beginning, it is better to start with simple species such as sundew or butterwort. The prices for these varieties are bearable.
Where can you buy carnivores?
- hardware store
- Garden store
- Specialist gardeners
- Exchanges
- Auctions
- Internet
Buy carnivorous plants at swap meets
A good and often not that expensive way to buy carnivores are swap meets. There you will find lovers who will also be happy to advise you. However, corresponding prices are charged for rare species.
Another advantage is that you can inspect the plants and determine whether the carnivores are he althy and worth the price.
Caring for carnivorous plants after purchase
Unpack the plant and place it in a bright place. Initially, you should not expose them directly to the sun. Get them used to sun exposure slowly.
Check the planting substrate. If it is very compacted, you should immediately repot the plant in fresh carnivore soil.
If the substrate is very dry, immerse the pot with the root ball in a bowl of rainwater for a short time so that the soil can soak up.
Tip
If you want to buy carnivorous plants by mail order, keep in mind that there is usually no shipping in winter.
