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provide an aesthetically pleasing and tranquil environment and cleanse the air, converting
carbon dioxide into oxygen. The addition of a tall palm, hanging basket or flowering
centerpiece on a table improve the ambiance of a room. However, before choosing indoor plants, it is important to consider providing adequate light. Check Available Light Conditions Plants grown indoors need sufficient light, humidity and water and need to be grown in temperatures that will encourage healthy growth. Although indoor conditions can be manipulated to create the required water, humidity and temperatures, it is sometimes difficult to maintain the ideal amount of light without investing time and effort in special lighting or adding a greenhouse. Plants shrivel and die with insufficient light. They need light to photosynthesize. Their leaves manufacture the plant's food and energy by absorbing light over the thin surface area. Also, plants need periods of darkness in order to rest and respire. Gardeners will enjoy the benefits of healthy plants by choosing plants that are compatible with a home's normal conditions. Avoid changing conditions in a home drastically to comply with a plant's needs. Artificial Light Experienced gardeners, or those seeking a challenge, can improve growing conditions by adding supplemental light. If a room is dark, or plants are in a darkened area, add fluorescent lights to supplement the natural light. The intensity of the light and the length of time a plant receives artificial light can be controlled by timers. Although a plant's needs are the same as those grown under natural light, temperatures may be slightly warmer and the humidity lower. Check the moisture of the growing medium frequently. Most plants should be placed six to 12 inches from the light source. Rotate plants to even out their exposure to the light. Artificial lights can greatly improve a plant's appearance and performance. However, care must be taken when choosing and maintaining light kits and bulbs Ñ ordinary incandescent bulbs will generate too much heat, burning foliage. Light Requirements For Popular Indoor Plants High Light Conditions These plants enjoy areas that receive direct sun for much of the day, typically south or west exposures. Exposure can be decreased by moving the plant away from the window or light source.
Medium Light Conditions These plants enjoy indirect sunlight in a brightly lit area, typically a west or east window works best, as does a curtained or filtered southern position.
Low Light Conditions These plants do not need any direct sun and they will survive in low-light or filtered light areas, typically an east or north exposure, or room interior. They will not tolerate dark areas.
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| Pasquesi Home and Gardens is Chicagoland's premier resource for gardeners wanting to create a perfect atmosphere. We have a vast selection of plants, many of them rare and unusual. Our qualified, professional staff are ever-willing to share their knowledge with customers needing advice. Pasquesi Home and Gardens is a complete resource for gardening, home and pet supplies. There are hundreds of beautiful accents for the home and out-of-doors, and Pasquesi Home and Gardens has an unrivaled collection of containers for indoors and outdoors in many different styles, materials and shapes. Both stores carry a wide range of quality garden tools and outdoor furniture. |
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