Pinguicula - Carnivorous plant - Karnivores

Quartz sand for carnivorous plants: what is it used for and how do you use it?

Julien Hoffmann — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:49:03 GMT

Everything you need to know about using quartz sand to lighten peat: what it’s used for, the correct proportions for different plant types, choosing the right sand, and a step-by-step guide to repotting.

Dried sphagnum moss or standard growing medium: which is best for truly healthy plants?

Julien Hoffmann — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:27:45 GMT

The growing medium is the foundation of any successful grow. Yet many growers continue to use traditional mixtures based on peat or potting compost without always considering whether they are actually suitable for their plants.

Do you need a greenhouse to successfully grow carnivorous plants from seed?

Julien Hoffmann — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:49:25 GMT

When you start growing carnivorous plants from seed, one question always comes up: do you absolutely need a greenhouse for it to work? Many people assume that specialised equipment is essential. In reality, the answer is a little more nuanced.

Growing medium for carnivorous plants: why a specialised mix is the most reliable solution

Julien Hoffmann — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:16:53 GMT

Which growing medium should you choose to ensure successful sowing of carnivorous plants? Find out why a specialised mix is the most reliable solution for germination.

Dried sphagnum moss and carnivorous plants: why this substrate is particularly suitable

Julien Hoffmann — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:36:23 GMT

Growing carnivorous plants involves very specific requirements, particularly with regard to the growing medium. Originating from naturally nutrient-poor, acidic and waterlogged environments, these plants cannot tolerate either an excess of nutrients or unstable growing media.

What sort of water should you use for carnivorous plants?

Julien Hoffmann — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:21:12 GMT

Water is the most important factor in growing carnivorous plants. Far more than light or even the growing medium, the quality of the water directly determines their long-term survival.

Mini clumps of carnivorous plants

Julien Hoffmann — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:36:28 GMT

Starting or expanding your collection of carnivorous plants is now easier than ever thanks to mini-pots. These young plants, which we now offer in large numbers, are perfect for gardeners who want to watch their specimens grow.

A dying carnivorous plant: a guide to saving it

Julien Hoffmann — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:50:05 GMT

Is your carnivorous plant wilting? Find out all the possible causes (wilted leaves, blackening, inactive traps, etc.) and step-by-step solutions to save your Dionaea, Sarracenia or Drosera.

20% off all our carnivorous plants!

Julien Hoffmann — Thu, 29 May 2025 09:33:10 GMT

Until midnight on Sunday only, and on purchases of €55 or more, we’re offering a 20 per cent discount on all our carnivorous plants and even on our seeds… Don’t miss out!! Code >> CARNI20 <<

Light and carnivorous plants: How much sunlight do they really need?

Julien Hoffmann — Thu, 15 May 2025 12:58:14 GMT

Carnivorous plants, with their fascinating adaptations for catching insects, are wonders of nature. But to thrive in your home, they need much more than just insects! Light is a crucial factor for their health and growth.

Myths about carnivorous plants that need debunking

Julien Hoffmann — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:02:30 GMT

Carnivorous plants have always fascinated people. Their ability to capture and digest insects has given rise to numerous legends and popular beliefs, often tinged with exaggeration and fantasy.

The importance of a suitable growing medium for carnivorous plants

Julien Hoffmann — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 14:19:35 GMT

Carnivorous plants, with their astonishing adaptations for capturing and digesting insects, fascinate botany enthusiasts. To thrive indoors, these exotic plants require specific growing conditions…

General information on carnivorous plants

Julien Hoffmann — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:08:14 GMT

What is a carnivorous plant? To be classified as ‘carnivorous’, a plant must possess the following characteristics:

Both predator and prey

Julien Hoffmann — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 08:07:15 GMT

The whitefly is a tiny white fly, commonly found in environments with a controlled and stable climate, such as greenhouses.

Pinguicula cuttings in perlite

Julien Hoffmann — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 13:14:18 GMT

Pinguicula species native to Mexico thrive in mineral-rich substrates, and with good reason – they are sometimes found growing alongside cacti in rockeries!

Sedge plants in winter

Julien Hoffmann — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 12:52:54 GMT

Mexican Pinguicula are distinctive in that they flower during, or just before, their dormant period. Pinguicula ‘Aphrodite’, a hybrid of P. agnata and P. moctezumae, brings a splash of colour in the middle of winter.

Carnivorous plants and heat

Julien Hoffmann — Sun, 13 Mar 2022 21:04:11 GMT

Here are a few tips to help your carnivorous plants get through these hot spells without any problems.

Easy prey

Julien Hoffmann — Sun, 13 Mar 2022 20:18:57 GMT

Why go to the trouble of setting traps to catch insects when ready-made ones are already available? And if possible, ones made by a plant, so you don’t get attacked!

Carnivorous plants in autumn

Julien Hoffmann — Sun, 13 Mar 2022 20:07:28 GMT

A few new traps amongst the others that have been working well. Lovely colours, in any case. The foliage of *Drosera filiformis* will disappear once winter arrives

Carnivorous plants and frost: how to protect your plants in winter

Julien Hoffmann — Sun, 13 Mar 2022 19:35:05 GMT

As autumn progresses, the risk of the temperature dropping below 0°C increases. Many carnivorous plants gradually acclimatise to lower temperatures, but they do not all cope equally well with frost.