What is low light for plants? 2020 Guide for Indoor Growers
The intensity of sunlight is always going to be brighter outdoors than in; the shadiest spot in your garden still gets more light than the brightest part of your home. But the quality of the light streaming into your home is different depending on its distance from the light source (usually a window). “Bright light”conditions when talking about houseplants means there’s nothing blocking the sun from reaching your potted plant—no curtains, no shades, no trees, no tall buildings. “Medium light” is when there’s, say, a sheer curtain between the light source and your plant. “Low light” is when your plant gets no direct light, likely because it’s placed several feet away from the light source. Other Indoor Plant Needs When you're determining how much light your houseplant will require, you'll also need to consider the rest of the environment. Finding the right lighting level for houseplants is not an exact science, but keep these factors in mind when choosing a spot to place your...