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That's...pretty much it. They must be kept in non-porous pots and trays (glass or plastic), water TDS must be below 50 ppm and keep water in the tray constantly. They will even bloom with gorgeous little flowers. No fertilizer ever, just bugs.

I can't emphasize enough a sunny spot. This window faces southwest and so it gets 8 hours of direct sun. This helps with growth and also makes the mucus shine which seems to attract the bugs.

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) (1 children)

I was thinking about doing this and then I see this post. Good timing. It definitely beats having those unsightly yellow traps in half the pots…

[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 days ago (1 children)

By a mile. Plus, and this may be significant to my mental health provider, I kinda enjoy watching their pathetic struggles against an onslaught of booger covered arms. I have issues.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Oh dear! Although I’m starting to feel the same way after they nibbled some of my precious seedling roots

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 days ago

Good. I can feel your anger. I am defenseless. Take your weapon! Strike me down with all your hatred, and your journey towards the dark side will be complete!