Spring Prep Check-In: General Plant Care & Health Check (1:1 Virtual Consultation)
Carnivorous Plant Help - Growing Season Care & Health Check
Bite Size Info
✅ Duration: 15–20 minutes
✅ Format: Virtual (WhatsApp chat, voice, or video call)
✅ Covers: Spring prep & growing season basics – watering, feeding, soil & light
✅ For: Anyone unsure how to get their plants ready for spring & summer – new & experienced growers welcome!
✅ Not for: Diagnosing sick plants, propagation, repotting and divisions (see Other Available Sessions)
General Plant Care & Health Check Consultation (Virtual - WhatsApp Chat, Voice, or Video Call)
🌸 Getting your plants ready for spring? This consultation is designed to help you check in on your plant’s health as the growing season begins. Perfect for growers who want to ensure their watering, feeding, light and soil routine is correct so their plants thrive through spring and summer. You’ll get personalised advice tailored to your setup, your plant and the South African climate.
Who is this for?
- ✅ You recently bought a carnivorous plant (from anywhere) and want expert advice on care
- ✅ You’ve had your plant for a while and just want a health check to ensure it’s thriving
- ✅ You’re not sure how to help your plant transition into the growing season
- ✅ You grow potted carnivorous plants and want to check that your watering, feeding and maintenance routine is correct
💡 This session is for anyone who wants to optimise their plant’s health, whether you’re new to carnivorous plants or an experienced grower preparing for the season ahead.
✅ What’s Included
- 🌱 Health Check – Assess if your plant is thriving and an overview of ideal growing conditions for each species
- 🌱 How to water correctly – Avoid overwatering or drying out your plants
- 🌱 Feeding guidelines – When, what, and how to feed (and when not to!)
- 🌱 Best soil options – Why using a specialised carnivorous plant mix matters and what works best for different species
- 🌱 Seasonal prep – Guidance on plants waking up from dormancy, what to expect in spring and how to set them up for strong growth
- 🌱 Maintenance tips – What to trim, what to leave and how to keep your plants looking their best
🚫 What’s NOT Included
- ❌ Diagnosing sick plants – If your plant is yellowing, wilting, declining, or growing deformed traps, book the Advanced Troubleshooting Consultation (R499)
- ❌ Pest & disease treatment – If your plant has pests, fungus, or rot, you’ll need the Advanced Troubleshooting Consultation
- ❌ Step-by-step recovery plans – This consultation focuses on general care, not fixing problems
- ❌ Repotting, divisions, propagation & technical dormancy management – These are covered in Other Sessions
📍 Session Details
- ✔️ 15–20 minutes (virtual session)
- ✔️ Choose your preferred method: WhatsApp chat, voice call, or video call
- ✔️ Designed for South African growers
📌 How to Book
- Step 1: Add this consultation to your cart and check out as usual
- Step 2: Once your order is confirmed, we’ll send you a message via WhatsApp to schedule your session
- Step 3: Choose your preferred method: chat, voice or video call
- Step 4: At the scheduled time, we’ll connect via WhatsApp for your personalised consultation
📌 How it Works
- Format: 💬 Virtual consultation via WhatsApp (chat, voice or video)
- Tailored advice for your plants & growing conditions
🕘 Session times
- Bookings are typically scheduled during business hours (Mon–Fri, 9am–4pm)
- 📱 Virtual sessions: Available during regular business hours, with Saturday or after-hours slots available on request
- 📍 In-person meetups: Available Saturday mornings or Tuesday afternoons, by prior arrangement
