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How to care for Venus fly traps — 7 essential tips from houseplant experts

Venus fly traps in close up view. They are green outside, deep pink inside and have closing set of spikey teeth-like structures.

Find out how to care for Venus fly trap (also known by its scientific name Dionaea muscipula) and these useful little house plants will reward you big time as they really are champion bug catchers in the world of carnivorous plants. 

Famous for snapping up insects, their eye-catching, other worldly good looks also make them a gorgeous addition to your green family. Our plant experts share tips to keep them thriving including the perfect growing environment, advice on light needs and the most suitable type of soil.

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