Plants and Their Light Needs

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Plants are different, just like you and me. They have different needs. One of the most common needs that are different among plants are the light requirements. Some need more light than others. Here are some tips of  a list of plants that have different light requirements to help you pick the best plant for your indoor space.

What type of light?
Sun light is typically the best light for plants because it is a lot stronger. Bright, indirect light is usually what most plants need. Of course, that is not always the easiest thing to give plants whether it be in a home or an office building or a hospital. If you space for the plant does not have natural light, have no fear, the plant can still grow. Fluorescent light still makes it possible for the plant to grow, it just requires a longer exposure to the light.

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Where should I place my plant?
The best place for a plant is near the window but not in direct sunlight. This protects the plants from getting burned (yes, plants can get sunburned like us). A part of the window situation is which window should I put it near? Now, with this, you must know north, east, south, west. Never eat soggy waffles, anyone? The window that is going to give you the best exposure of light is an east facing window. So break out the compass! South facing windows are the next best but some caution with that because there is a higher risk for a plant burn (better have some aloe ready for that burn). West facing windows are okay. The light varies greatly during the different seasons. North facing windows are the weakest sun exposed sides of the buildings.

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What if I am in an office that does not have good natural light exposure?
Have no fear, there is a plant for every situation. Whether you have minimal natural light or survive off of fluorescent light, there are plants that will do well. I found some websites that have lists that would do well in low light.

https://www.houseplantsexpert.com/easy-to-grow-and-low-light-house-plants.html

http://www.bhg.com/gardening/houseplants/projects/indoor-plants-for-low-light/

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