11th August - Drosera macrantha - Climbing Sundew
Description:
The Climbing Sundew uses its sticky leaves, not only for catching insects but also to attach itself to allow it to climb up to a metre high.
Flowering occurs from
July through to October.
Threats:
Can easily be overgrown by more vigorous species. Basically needs the surrounding growth to be under 50 cm high..
Management:
Enjoys a mowing every few years in summer when the bulb is dormant.