{"product_id":"nepenthes-asiatique","title":"Asian Nepenthes Alata","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNepenthes, also known as \"carnivorous plants\" or \"pitcher plants,\" are fascinating plants that feed on insects and other small organisms. If you have an Asian Nepenthes, here's how to care for it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nepenthes prefer bright light, but avoid direct exposure to scorching sun. Filtered light is ideal. An east or west-facing window is usually good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nepenthes require clean, non-calcareous water. Keep the substrate consistently moist, but avoid letting the plant sit in water. Bottom watering is often preferable, where you place the pot in a shallow saucer containing water and let the plant absorb water from the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nepenthes prefer high relative humidity. You can increase the humidity around the plant by using a pebble tray, a humidifier, or by regularly misting the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Most Asian Nepenthes prefer warm to temperate temperatures, generally between 20°C and 30°C during the day and not below 10°C at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePotting Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use an acidic and well-draining potting mix, such as peat and perlite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nepenthes obtain some of their nutrients from insects caught in their pitchers. You don't need to actively feed them, but make sure they have access to insects by allowing their pitchers to fill naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Regularly remove spent or dead pitchers to encourage new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/strong\u003e: If the plant outgrows its pot, repot it into a slightly larger one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Avoid excessive handling of the pitchers, as this can damage the glands that attract insects. Regularly clean the pitchers to prevent debris accumulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePest Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Monitor for harmful insects and act quickly to eliminate them if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"2.5 in.","offer_id":47018719248688,"sku":"","price":17.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.25\"","offer_id":48181467906352,"sku":"","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4\"","offer_id":47018719314224,"sku":"","price":20.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\"","offer_id":47018719379760,"sku":"","price":59.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8\"","offer_id":49509494686000,"sku":null,"price":89.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/1fcf535a0c728430a782bcd03186b897.jpg?v=1698289643","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/nepenthes-asiatique","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}