Strategies to Combat Low Light Have a low light spot in your home that's desperate for some living greenery? Here are some tried and true strategies for making sure your plants are *not* afraid of the dark! - Water carefully - Overwatering is the number one killer of plants, and even more so in low-light settings. You will water a lot less when your plant gets less light-- and as a rule of thumb, always let the soil dry out before watering again.
- Move them around - Every few months, try giving your plant a chance to soak up some more rays of sunlight by moving it around to access more light.
- Use rooted cuttings - Cuttings kept in water are a great way to enjoy living greenery in areas with little light. There's zero chance of overwatering, and they can survive and even thrive in water for ages!
Of course even with these strategies, some plants are simply afraid of the dark and will not tolerate low light (but don't worry-- there are plenty that will!). Being realistic about the light your plant will get is the first step to success with living greenery. |