Too little light: symptoms & solutions
SYMPTOMS OF TOO LITTLE LIGHT (ETIOLATION)
- Form: Outer leaves of rosettes turn downwards, stems stretch tall with wide gaps between leaves
- Color: Plants can revert to green or turn pale and faded
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- Refer to each plant's Recommended Light Conditions to the right of its description on our site and place accordingly
- Cultivate hardy succulents outdoors if possible
- Keep indoor succulents that are colorful/non-green near a sunny window
- Use grow lights to supplement indoor light
- Over the course of two weeks, gradually move the plant into sunnier conditions, watching for signs of sunburn
- Add a grow light, starting with a few hours of light each day and gradually increasing duration
