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Step 1
Decide how old a plant you want to get. If you have the patience and the know-how, buying a seed or a very young plant can be an advantage. You can nurture it and enjoy it for much longer than if you buy an already-mature Flytrap.
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Step 2
Evaluate what variety you want to try. There are 12 different types of Venus Flytraps, but you typically find the main 3 in rotation. The typical Flytrap has long, thin teeth and a pretty red hue on the inside of the traps. The next type is the “Dentata,” which has shorter, triangle-shaped teeth. The last major type is the “Akai Ryu (Red Dragon)" Flytrap, which tends to be bright red all over.
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Step 3
Decide what quality plant you want. There are several venues where you can get your Venus Flytrap. For the best quality plant, go to a hobbyist who does nothing by Venus Flytraps. They have more of a variety, and you know that the plants are taken care of. The next best option is a carnivorous-plant specialty nursery. These guys have only pitcher plants, Venus Flytraps and similar plants. As a last resort, you can go to a major gardening chain, but the quality is likely to be sub-par and you have no idea how long the plants will live or what conditions they were grown in.
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Step 4
Check the condition of the Flytrap. If possible, buy your Venus Flytrap from a local seller so that you can assess the condition of the plant before buying one. You want full, green leaves and a plant that looks good in condition. If some of the traps are already dying, or the plant appears small or has little color, pass it up and try somewhere else.
