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[mobile]

A while back ultrasonic foggers seemed to be popular with Heliamphora growers. Is this still the case and if so what is the purpose? Presumably the humidity within a terrarium will already be high, so I would imagine that a fogger wouldn't add much to it. The only thing I can think of is they would have a evaporative cooling  effect, but would need running frequently to maintain this.

[ifurita]

From my personal experience, I'd say there is no need for it, but my Helis have not reached the stage where they have huge pitchers yet, just small/medium sized adult pitchers. I grow one of mine in an uncovered terrarium and it has been able to reach the adult pitcher stage, so I assume its happy. Humidity in the room at night drops very badly due to air-con although I do cover the terrarium with a thin cloth. A closed terrarium would have much higher humidity levels for sure.

[nadja77]

I think it would be more useful in a larger setup such as a greenhouse or grow room. I never had an issue with humidity until I moved all my plants to a grow room. Despite my best efforts it is impossible to keep the humidity permanently above 75% or higher.
I spray frequently with good results, but it only offers temporary improvement. A fogger would really sort that problem out. Even with good light some plants are not thriving as before.

[moof]

No need for one, but I like the way the plants look in the fog:) I run the fogger once in a day instead of misting sometimes.

Peter

[Deadly Weapon]

I don't have Heliamphoras yet, but when I get them and a terraria for them, I will get ultrasonic forreg too. Just because the fog looks cool and keeps the humidity high.