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for full sun is a west facing window better than an east facing? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago | Explore > Explore All
What type of grow lights do you recommend? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago | Explore > Explore All
Does this elongate/etoliate over time? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago | Pachyveria 'Yvonne'
How much sun does this plant require? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago | Crassula muscosa - Watch Chain
How to prevent and treat succulent sunburn? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Light
Why is my succulent losing leaves? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Troubleshooting Guide, Watering, Light, Climate
Which succulents are best for low light / shade? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Types of Succulents, Light
Grow lights are a great option for indoor succulents! Many indoor spaces do not get enough sunlight to support robust, colorful succulents (particularly in winter), and grow lights can help supplement natural light. We recommend using full spectrum, white LED bulbs or T5 fluorescent tubes. Look for a light that produces 300-800 lumens per square foot. Place your grow lights 6.0" to 12.0" from the top of the succulent Read more
SYMPTOMS OF TOO MUCH SUN
Color: Pigments will look washed out and bleached
Burns: Leaves eventually get blotchy burns in white, yellow, or brown
Texture: Over-exposure is often accompanied by signs of desiccation e.g. wrinkled, scaly, or crispy leaves
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PREVENTION
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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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PREVENTION
Refer to each plant's Recommended Light Conditions to the right of its description on our site and place accordingly
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