Famous last words heard by houseplants: “Bright indirect light?” This spot seems bright enough. Your interior light levels form the growth potential of the plant. Your care efforts realize that potential (watering, fertilizing, repotting). Good light is the PREREQUISITE for a plant to grow but the term “bright indirect light” fails to convey anything concrete. […]
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How to get rid of those little annoying flies!
Moving is stressful enough. Here are some helpful tips to help you move your plant babies safely!
My thoughts on several grow lights I’ve used…
A fully worked example of measuring/calculating DLI (Daily Light Integral).
Just a few things to think about before we get into DLI.
Do you really need a PAR meter for houseplant care?
Last time, I talked about making connections between light meter readings with your physical environment. We saw that…
The smart way to get a clear understanding of light is to use a light meter AND relate the readings to your surroundings.
Humidity doesn’t matter as much as you’ve been told…
It’s time for a serious look at our expectations of houseplant care.
