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Sunlight vs Shade Requirements

Sunlight vs Shade Requirements

Plants differ hugely in their sunlight requirements. Placing a shade-lover in direct sun can scorch it, while a sun-lover in a dark corner will slowly decline.

Key Tips

Bright Direct Light: 6+ hours of direct sun — for cacti, succulents, herbs.

Bright Indirect Light: near a window but no direct rays — for pothos, peace lily.

Low Light: 2–4 hours of ambient light — for snake plant, ZZ plant, cast iron plant.

Rotate pots every 2 weeks for even growth on all sides.

Clean dusty leaves with a damp cloth to maximize light absorption.

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