{"title":"Potting soil mixes","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9pt;\"\u003eAre you looking for the right potting soil or substrate for your carnivorous plants? The best soil mixes and loose components are available here directly. Choose our ready-made, specially pre-mixed substrate, or create your own ideal mix with our loose components such as blonde peat, perlite and Sphagnum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9pt;\"\u003eOur soil is guaranteed to be free of fertilizers and diseases. Because we only want the best for our plants, we also use these substrates ourselves in our own carnivorous plant nursery. This way, you are always assured of professional quality at the best prices!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"browse_sub_categories\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"browse_sub_categories_title\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSub category\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"browse_sub_categories_links\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vleesetendeplantshop.be\/category\/kweekpotten\" title=\"Kweekpotten\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow pots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vleesetendeplantshop.be\/category\/potgrond_substraat_vleesetende_planten\" title=\"Grondmengsels\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil mixes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vleesetendeplantshop.be\/category\/plantenlabels\" title=\"Plantenlabels\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant labels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vleesetendeplantshop.be\/category\/meststoffen_vleesetende_planten\" title=\"Meststoffen\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vleesetendeplantshop.be\/Boeken\/cat2388768_4558613.aspx\" title=\"Boeken \u0026amp; stickers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBooks \u0026amp; stickers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sphagnum-mos-levend","title":"Live sphagnum moss","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Sphagnum Moss - \u003cem\u003eSphagnum palustre\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for live moss for your carnivorous plants, bog garden, or terrarium? This is top-quality live, green Sphagnum moss, grown locally. \u003cspan\u003eIt's also ideal for direct propagation as it increases local humidity and has natural anti-fungal properties. Just try propagating some sundew leaves in moist sphagnum moss, keep the container well-watered, and you'll have a very good chance of getting many new, young plants! This is the moss we use ourselves in our carnivorous plant nursery. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this moss is unique \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the moss often found in garden centers, our moss does not come from vulnerable natural areas. This moss is 100% grown in the Netherlands\/Belgium. Because the moss is grown locally, no natural habitats (where sundews grow, among other things) are destroyed. Furthermore, there's no \"junk\" in this moss: many suppliers provide moss full of twigs, leaves, or weeds. This moss is pure, clean, ethical, and of the highest quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect growth: \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause the moss is alive, it grows with your plants. It forms a beautiful green carpet that constantly renews itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Live Sphagnum (Peat Moss)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e: Top layer for Sarracenia, Dionaea, Drosera, and orchids, or partly in potting mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProperty\u003c\/strong\u003e: Natural antibacterial action and pH-lowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrower's tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: Always keep the moss moist with rainwater or distilled water. Give it enough light, and you'll see the moss heads become beautifully full and green (or sometimes even reddish)! However, avoid bright, full sun in combination with low humidity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use live \u003cem\u003eSphagnum\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive moss is versatile and gives your plants an instant natural \"outdoor look\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAs a top layer: Ideal for bog gardens or on top of pots. It keeps the humidity around your plant's traps extremely high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIn potting mixes: Mix it into your substrate for unparalleled aeration and water retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIndicator plant: If the moss is green and moist, you know your carnivorous plants are happy too!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100.035%; height: 91.2109px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\n\u003ccol style=\"width: 33.2406%;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ccol style=\"width: 33.2406%;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ccol style=\"width: 33.2406%;\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 18.2422px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur live moss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarden centre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 18.2422px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSustainably cultivated (NL\/BE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eOften from nature in Eastern Europe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 18.2422px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFree of twigs and seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eOften contaminated with forest debris\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eUsability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eImmediately usable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNot immediately usable due to twigs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 18.2422px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eVitality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eGrows and multiplies quickly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eLow quality, sometimes partially dead\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 18.2422px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisturising and more aeration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eOnly moisture-retaining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif; max-width: 720px; margin: 2.5rem auto; padding: 0 1rem; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: .06em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #3a5a3c; border-bottom: 2px solid #b5ceb7; padding-bottom: .5rem; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-family: Georgia,serif;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ 1 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eHow much moss is in the package? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eThe quantity is indicated volumetrically (1 L, 3 L, etc.) and is shipped \u003cstrong\u003eloosely\u003c\/strong\u003e packed. Sphagnum is naturally airy and resilient. If you compress it, for example, to use it as a potting mix, be aware that the volume will shrink significantly. The weight also varies greatly depending on the humidity at the time of shipping, which is why we maintain a consistent loose volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 2 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eIs all the moss green? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eNot entirely. Only the tips (the growing points) are bright green. The lower part of the stems can be white to light brown (see photos): this is normal and does not mean the moss is dead. This is fully live moss. The white part can regrow under good conditions (sufficient light and humidity).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 3 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eHow do I propagate the moss? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eVery simply: cut off the green tips and place or plant them on a moist substrate in a high-humidity environment. A mini-greenhouse or covered (partially open) container works excellently. The tips will attach themselves and begin to grow. A very light solution of foliar fertilizer (heavily diluted, max. quarter of the recommended dose) can stimulate growth a bit, but it is certainly not necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 4 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eCan I use the moss as a potting mix? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eAbsolutely. Sphagnum is excellently suited as (part of) a potting mix: it retains moisture, provides aeration, and lowers the pH. We do recommend repotting every 1 to 2 years, as the moss will break down and become more compact over time. When repotting, set aside the bottom layer, spread it out in a moist place, and let it regrow. This way, you use your moss very sustainably and can use it as a peat alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 5 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat water should I use to moisten the moss? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eAlways use rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water. Tap water contains too many minerals and lime, which is not ideal. This also applies to the carnivorous plants with which you use the moss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 6 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eCan I use the moss outdoors? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eYes, provided the conditions are right. Sphagnum palustre is reasonably winter hardy and is widely used outdoors in bog gardens with Sarracenia. Avoid bright, dry summer sun without sufficient humidity; the moss prefers indirect light or partial shade during warm periods. In a wet bog garden in full sun, the moss does very well, but it must stay wet. If the moss has dried out? Place it in a more humid spot and it will grow again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 7 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eCan I use the moss for rooting cuttings? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eAbsolutely, that is even one of its best uses. Moist Sphagnum is ideal for rooting cuttings of sundews (Drosera), Venus flytraps (Dionaea), orchids, or other plants. It is also ideal for helping sick plants that have suffered root rot (e.g., Sarracenia in the winter in a greenhouse) to recover. It increases local humidity and has a natural anti-fungal action, which reduces the chance of cuttings rotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 8 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: none;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eMy moss looks pale or flat upon arrival, is it still alive? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eYes, that's normal after transport. Moss can dry out or get compressed during shipping. 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It's the ideal base for almost all types of carnivorous plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBasically, the foundation is simple: we use our high-quality blonde peat (sphagnum peat) and mix it with the right amount of perlite, making it different from regular soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlonde peat: Provides the necessary acidity and retains moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerlite: These are the white granules. They ensure that the soil remains airy and doesn't turn into a hard lump of mud. This allows roots to grow more easily and prevents them from suffocating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this mix?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOf course, you can just buy a bag of loose peat and get started yourself (which is often cheaper if you need to repot a lot). But this mix is for the enthusiast who wants to work quickly and cleanly and doesn't want to buy a giant bag of soil right away. We have pre-treated the peat so that it absorbs water well, and the ratio is precisely adjusted so that your plants can thrive in it for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant: Like our loose peat, this mix is completely unfertilized. Never use regular potting soil for your carnivorous plants, as the fertilizers in it are fatal to the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady to use: Straight from the bag into the pot. But make sure to wet the mixture first!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposition: High-quality sphagnum peat and perlite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplication: Perfect for Venus flytraps, Sarracenia, and Drosera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater: With this mix too, always water with rainwater, distilled water, or osmosis water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe easiest way to give your plants a good start, without having to set up half a sandbox in your garden or kitchen yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif; max-width: 720px; margin: 2.5rem auto; padding: 0 1rem; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: .06em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #3a5a3c; border-bottom: 2px solid #b5ceb7; padding-bottom: .5rem; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-family: Georgia,serif;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ 1 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat kind of soil or substrate do you use for carnivorous plants? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eCarnivorous plants require a very specific substrate: nutrient-poor, acidic, and well-water-absorbing. The classic choice is a mixture of blonde peat (sphagnum peat) and perlite. Regular potting soil, universal soil, or homemade compost are absolutely unsuitable; the fertilizers in them will damage the roots. This ready-made mix has exactly the right composition, without you having to measure or mix yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 2 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhich potting soil do I use for a Venus flytrap (Dionaea)? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eA Venus flytrap naturally grows in the swamps of the Carolinas, in almost pure sphagnum peat soil. At home, it's best to use a mixture of blonde peat and perlite, exactly what's in this mix. The substrate should remain moist but never fully saturated. Place the pot in a saucer with a layer of rainwater and never give tap water or fertilizers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 3 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat soil do I use for sundew (Drosera)? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eSundews are one of the easiest carnivorous plants to grow, but the same rule applies: regular potting soil is fatal. Use a mixture of blonde peat and perlite. Hardy sundews (such as Drosera rotundifolia or D. anglica) do excellently in this mix. Tropical sundews (D. capensis, D. aliciae) too. Keep the substrate constantly moist with rainwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 4 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat soil for Sarracenia (pitcher plant)? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eSarracenia are robust plants that thrive in a peat-perlite mixture. This soil is exactly what we use in the nursery. They also tolerate more water than other carnivorous plants; a permanent layer of water in the saucer is fine, especially in summer. This mix is directly suitable for Sarracenia. Large specimens in bog gardens can eventually be repotted in a larger quantity of peat, but for pot and balcony cultivation, this mix is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 5 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eCan I use cactus soil, orchid soil, or other special soil? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eNo. Cactus soil, orchid mix, potting soil for acid-loving plants, compost: none of these are suitable for carnivorous plants. Even mixtures that seem \"unfertilized\" or \"for azaleas\" often contain minerals, too many fertilizers, or have the wrong pH. The only safe choice is blonde peat (sphagnum peat) combined with perlite or washed quartz sand. Everything is ready in this mix. Alternatives are possible (sphagnum moss) or good quality coconut fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 6 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eDo I need to wet the mix before use? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eYes, that's important. Dry peat is hydrophobic: it initially repels water instead of absorbing it. Thoroughly wet the mix before using it — preferably in a bucket or large container with rainwater or distilled water. Stir well and let it sit until the mixture is fully saturated. Then fill the pot and place your plant in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 7 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eHow long can I store the mix? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eStored dry (bag closed, out of the sun), the mix remains usable for years. Perlite does not degrade, and peat remains stable as long as it is dry. Once used wet in a pot, you can leave the plant in it for several years. Repotting is only necessary when the peat visibly breaks down or becomes more compact, or the pot becomes too small for the plant, usually after about 2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 8 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat should I use to water? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eAlways use rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water. Tap water contains lime and minerals that accumulate in the soil and will eventually damage the roots. Most growers place their pots in a saucer with a layer of rainwater, so the plants absorb water from below. Do not do this for species that prefer to be a bit drier, such as the Australian pitcher plant (Cephalotus) or the tropical pitcher plant (Nepenthes).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 9 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #dde8dd;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eCan I add anything else to the mix? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eThe mix is ready-made, and you don't need to add anything. If you do want to adjust, an extra scoop of perlite can improve drainage for species that prefer to be drier. Living sphagnum moss as a top layer is also an excellent addition: it keeps the humidity around the plant high and provides a beautiful, natural finish. Never add fertilizers, lime, or regular garden soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ 10 --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: none;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 1.1rem 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c3e2d; cursor: pointer; line-height: 1.4; list-style: none;\"\u003eThe difference between buying loose peat, when do I choose what? \u003cspan style=\"flex-shrink: 0; width: 22px; height: 22px; border-radius: 50%; border: 1.5px solid #3a5a3c; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #3a5a3c; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .97rem; line-height: 1.75; color: #444; padding-bottom: 1.2rem; margin: 0;\"\u003eLoose peat is cheaper per liter and makes sense if you need large quantities or want to experiment with ratios yourself. This ready-made mix is for those who want no hassle: everything is already weighed, pre-treated, and ready to use. Ideal if you want to repot one or a few plants without setting up half a nursery. For larger collections or regular repotting, we recommend buying loose peat and perlite separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Substraat voor alle vleeseters","offers":[{"title":"3 liters","offer_id":57555046367614,"sku":"MIX1","price":2.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 liters","offer_id":57555046400382,"sku":"MIX1","price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/7285\/6702\/files\/specialegrondvleesetendeplanten_162272184128411_1778751410274.webp?v=1781597341"},{"product_id":"blond-peat-2l","title":"Blonde peat 3 liters","description":"Blonde peat, the perfect soil for carnivorous plants! Since carnivorous plants don't tolerate fertilizer well, our peat is unfertilized. This peat also has a good structure because it comes from the top layer of the peat bog. This is the same peat we have been using for years for our own nursery and collection of carnivorous plants. The best quality!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e before use, mix the peat with some water so that it absorbs water well after repotting or potting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlond peat, the basis for a good substrate for carnivorous plants.","brand":"Houdt veel vocht vast","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57555055575422,"sku":"T3","price":2.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/7285\/6702\/files\/blonde-turf-vleesetende-planten-grond_1622721763318.jpg?v=1781597480"},{"product_id":"blondeturf10l","title":"Blonde peat 12L","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12L blonde peat for carnivorous plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's get straight to the point: you often see small bags of \"special soil for carnivorous plants\" online at hefty prices. The truth? In 9 out of 10 cases, it's just this exact blonde peat, sometimes with a little perlite mixed in. Save yourself the hassle and the money; with this bag, you have the basic foundation you need. This is the same soil we use in the nursery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy blonde peat (and not regular potting soil)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarnivorous plants naturally grow in poor, acidic bogs. Regular potting soil is full of fertilizers, which these plants absolutely cannot tolerate; their roots will immediately burn. This blonde peat is the solution:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicely acidic: The low pH value is exactly what they need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfertilized: No added junk, just pure nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSponge effect: It retains water excellently, yet remains airy enough for the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 12-liter bag is perfect for potting or repotting a few plants. You can use it purely, but some hobbyists add a little perlite themselves to make the soil extra airy and prevent it from compacting in the long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip: Don't feel like mixing it yourself or buying perlite separately? Then take a look at our ready-made soil mix. This is the same high-quality peat, but already mixed with the ideal amount of perlite for you. Much easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always moisten the peat well in a bucket (with rainwater!) before putting it in the pot. Dry peat is rather water-repellent; by kneading it first in a bucket of water, you ensure it is ready for immediate use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContents: 12 liters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuality: High-grade sphagnum peat, unfertilized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for: Venus flytraps, Sarracenia, Drosera (Sundew) and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust the honest basic soil without the marketing nonsense. 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