Beginner Sundew Seeds – Carnivorous Plant Seeds for Home Gardens

Beginner Sundew Seeds are suitable for growing carnivorous plants from the genus Drosera, known for their delicate leaves covered with glandular structures and unique insect-trapping features. Sundews are commonly grown in home collections, terrariums, bog gardens, and specialized containers. They perform best in bright light with acidic, nutrient-poor, consistently moist growing media. These plants provide an opportunity for beginners to explore carnivorous plant cultivation while enjoying varied foliage forms and natural plant characteristics.

Features

• Carnivorous plant seeds from the genus Drosera
• Produces gland-covered leaves with unique foliage structures
• Suitable for beginner carnivorous plant collections, terrariums, and containers
• Adaptable growth forms depending on species selection
• Requires acidic, nutrient-poor growing media
• Performs best in bright light to full sun

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Drosera spp.
• Common Name (US): Sundew
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Plant Seed
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial rosette, upright, or trailing (varies by species)
• USDA Zones: Varies by species
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Winter to Spring
• Sowing Season Months: December–April
• Germination: 14–120 days; varies by species and growing conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Bright Light to Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, nutrient-poor mix such as sphagnum peat and silica sand
• Watering Needs: High; maintain consistently moist growing media using distilled or rain water
• Mature Plant Size: Varies by species, generally 1–24 in tall
• Plant Spacing: 2–8 in apart