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Dionaea Muscipula G14 Dirk Venthams Giant

Dionaea muscipula 'Dirk Venthams Giant' G14

Venus Flytrap
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Supplied in a 9cm Pot

You’ll receive one established division growing in a 9cm pot with soil perfect for Venus flytraps. Plant size and seasonal appearance will vary; photos show our mother plants.

Seasonal Information

Dionaea are perennial plants. Heading into Winter, the Venus flytraps may have very few traps when purchased. Don't worry, they'll be back in the Spring!

Delivery Information

Delivery from £4.99 (mainland UK). We aim to dispatch orders within 2 working days.

Plant Description

Dionaea muscipula 'Dirk Ventham's Giant', also known as 'G14', is a giant Venus flytrap clone originally grown by Dirk Ventham. The clone was known as G14 after Graham Sadd obtained the plant in 1995, and the name has remained closely linked to the cultivar ever since.

The plant is best known for its trap colour and large trap size. Mature traps develop a deep red interior that contrasts strongly against the bright green outer lobes and petioles. Under strong light, the red pigmentation can spread heavily across the inside of the trap, while the outside usually stays green.

Dionaea muscipula 'Dirk Ventham's Giant' produces upright growth through much of the season, with tall leaves supporting notably large traps. The cilia are fine, elongated, and often red in colour, with some teeth fading towards pale or white tips as the traps mature. This finer dentition gives the traps a cleaner appearance compared to heavier-toothed giant forms.

Well-grown plants can produce large, broad traps throughout the main growing season, especially during summer growth. The upright habit also helps display the traps clearly above the centre of the plant.

Plant photos above are of our Dionaea muscipula 'Dirk Venthams Giant' G14 mother plants. Divisions are taken from the mother plants and are planted into 9cm pots to be sold. Division sizes can vary greatly and will always be sent largest first. If you'd like to know the size of a plant before ordering, please feel free to contact us.

Dionaea Muscipula G14 Dirk Venthams Giant

Basic Dionaea Care

Dionaea muscipula 'Dirk Venthams Giant' G14 is easy to care for, given the correct conditions. An unheated greenhouse is an ideal location. Here are the 3 golden rules for healthy Venus flytraps.

  1. Provide as much sun as possible.
  2. Keep their pots sat in 1-2cm of rainwater.
  3. Use acidic soil. A 1:1 peat moss & perlite mix is typical.

Take a look at our full, in-depth guide for more information.

Full Care Guide

FAQs

What should I feed my Venus flytrap?

Nothing. You do not need to offer any additional food to a Venus flytrap. They will catch their own food, especially when kept outdoors or in an unheated greenhouse

How do I water Venus flytraps?
  • March–October: Stand the plant pot in a saucer or tray containing 1 to 2 cm of rainwater. The soil should never be allowed to dry out.
  • November–February: Keep the soil just damp, reducing the standing water significantly while they rest.
Can I use tapwater for Venus flytraps?

No, unless you live in a very soft water area (<50ppm) do not use tapwater. Regular tap water contains minerals, lime, and chlorine that burn and kill the roots over time.
Always use collected rainwater, distilled water, or reverse-osmosis (RO) water.

Do Venus flytraps need winter dormancy?

Yes, Dionaea need a cold winter rest period (roughly from Halloween to Valentine's Day) with lower temperatures (unheated greenhouses, cold frames, or bright sheds). Their old traps will turn brown and die back; this is completely natural. Trim away dead growth to prevent mould (botrytis).

What kind of soil should I use for Venus flytraps?

Use a specialist peat-free or low-nutrient carnivorous plant compost, typically mixed with perlite or equivalent for drainage. Never use standard multi-purpose garden compost, which contains too many nutrients.

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Robin

Excellent quality, service and delivery. Many thanks

Hi Robin, thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you're happy with your purchase. Enjoy your 'Dirk Venthams Giant'!

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Clive

Quality plant as described. Clearly well cared for.

Hi Clive, thank you for your kind words! We're glad you're happy with the plant. Enjoy growing your 'Dirk Venthams Giant'!

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