Hello all!
I have noticed an explosion of posts/topics about VFT flowering lately, as it is the season!!!
Some of these posts are frantic about the death of their beloved VFT. So, I'd like to set things straight. First of all, you need to determine, do I want seed? or Do I want a bigger VFT? I have around 15 VFTs, and 6 sent up flower spikes. On my biggest plant, I allowed it to get to 3'' before cutting. On the smaller ones, the maximum was 3.5''. I cut them all because I prefer more traps that are bigger, and because I don't have the time to spend pampering these plants... No, your plant will not die if it flowers. (If it's in great condition) Albeit, like I mentioned, it won't be as vigorous, but it won't die. On the other hand if you do want seed, than you should have at least two flowers, that begin blooming at least two days apart. Get the second blooming plant, rub it's flower against against the first one's interior, and repeat for a couple of days to ensure good seed set. Once the plant is pollinated, you should make every attempt to keep these plants in optimal conditions so you can avoid unneccesary stress and complications. Optimal (at least for my plants) is 70*-80*F and around 65% Relative Humidity. The seed will ripen in about six weeks. At this time, you should crack open the now dried seed pod, and you should see several black shiny seeds. These can be sown immidiately on 50% peat/50% sand, or refridgerated for later use. They will germinate in about two weeks in humid and bright situations. Transplant after about a year of growth.
Anyone who wants to pursue seed, BEST WISHES!!
I have noticed an explosion of posts/topics about VFT flowering lately, as it is the season!!!
Anyone who wants to pursue seed, BEST WISHES!!