Carnivorous plants are some of the most mystifying plants in the plant kingdom and it is no surprise that the fascination with carnivorous plants has been around for centuries. This creepy vegetation likes to grow in places like bogs and rocky areas where the soil is thin or lacks nutrients. Most of these plants obtain nutrients by trapping and digesting insects. More than 600 species and subspecies of carnivorous plants have been identified, with the Venus Fly Trap being the most infamous.
Looking for a super unique houseplant? The Pitcher Plant is truly that, unique. This plant is not only beautiful, it's carnivorous. In fact, it's one of the easiest carnivorous plants to grow and is excellent for beginners. Its slender pitchers often grow over two feet tall with heavily ruffled red and white hoods that attract insects. The tall, graceful traps have glowing pink and purple veins and the red is so bright that it almost looks fluorescent.
Ever wonder how a great landscape is born? McDonald Landscape Designer, Tami Eilers, gave us a little insight into the development of one of her recent projects. See what she had to say:
