Place the plant in full sun for at least 4 to 6 hours daily
Use only distilled water, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water
Keep the soil consistently moist, not soggy
Use nutrient-poor soil such as sphagnum peat moss mixed with perlite or silica sand
Avoid regular potting soil or fertilizer
Feed only live insects if needed, and only small ones
Do not trigger the traps unnecessarily
Remove dead or blackened traps gently
Keep the plant outdoors when possible for natural light and insects
Maintain good air circulation
Repot every 1 to 2 years during dormancy
Allow a winter dormancy period with cooler temperatures and reduced watering
Protect from frost if temperatures drop too low
Watch for pests like aphids, spider mites, and fungus gnats
Trim flower stalks if you want the plant to conserve energy
Use a pot with drainage holes