Carnivorous Ping Rock Gardens

You will be mounting three different species of Butterwort (Pinguicula) to a medium-sized lava rock. Attendees will source their own container. Check local thrift stores or goodwill. Container can range in size of 6-9 inches wide and 1-3 inches deep. This way, you can be more creative with your container! Patrick will supply the soil, rock, and plants. In addition to the three butterworts, he will supply sundew seeds and a small amount of terrestrial bladderwort (Utricularia) that will spread through the soil and produce beautiful flowers. During the class, Patrick will go over care instructions so your ping rock can thrive at home!

Note: Butterworts are going to start out small (quarter to half dollar size) to allow the roots to grow into the rock. If the plants are too large, they are difficult to mount.

Care: Pinguicula grow best in moderately bright, partly sunny conditions, such as an east or west facing window. You can also use 18-24w LED grow lights placed about 12 inches from the plant. They like moderate to high humidity but will adapt to lower humidity. When watering, use rain water, distilled water, or RO water (never use tap or filtered!). Water your ping rock every 2-3 days(give or take). Never let your rock garden dry out completely.

Patrick Treece is a passionate local carnivorous plant grower with over 10 years of experience cultivating and caring for these unique and fascinating plants. Based in Baltimore Maryland, Patrick's journey into the world of carnivorous plants began with a single Venus flytrap, sparking a deep interest that quickly grew into a thriving collection.

Patrick specializes in a wide variety of carnivorous plants, including sundews, pitcher plants, butterworts, and bladderworts. His expertise extends to creating the perfect environments for these plants to thrive, from carefully controlled terrariums to outdoor bog gardens. Patrick is committed to sustainable and eco-friendly growing practices, ensuring that each plant is nurtured in a way that respects and preserves the natural environment Patrick's goal is to inspire others to appreciate the beauty and ecological importance of carnivorous plants, fostering a community of growers who share his love for these incredible specimens. Find him on IG: @thebaltimorebog

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