How Much Light Do Succulents Need | Groplanner Tips

Growing succulents indoors can be tricky. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't grow them!

If you want to grow succulents, you will need lights that emit at least 2,000lumens per square foot.

There are 10,000lumens per squre foot for direct sunlight at noon, but if you run 2,000 or more lumen bulbs for over 14 hours a day, the plants will get approximately the same light exposure as they would in summer.

This article will tell you the most important factors that will affect the growth of succulent plants:

Light

Succulents and cacti need a certain amount of sunlight to thrive. Plants grow by absorbing light and turning it into energy through photosynthesis.

Having adequate light, when growing succulents indoors, can be particularly challenging and may need some experimentation on your part.

If these plants do not receive adequate light, they do not grow properly. succulents that do not receive enough light will become weak, distorted and discolored overtime, and they will start stretching out to look for the sun.

Artificial light

If you don't have sufficient light for your succulents at home, you can consider using Groplanner 150W O Series-WIFI Control LED Grow Light.

The white light of Groplanner O series giving off provides a wide spectrum that's great for overwintering succulents as well as supplementing natural lighting for your favorite indoor succulents.

Providing 14-16 hours of fluorescent lighting growth per day will ensure that your succulent plants get enough light for their needs.

You can put them wherever you want at home or in the office, without having to worry about the quality or quantity of sunlight coming in through the window.

Notice The Distance From Grow Light

Knowing how much light to provide a succulent plant is not an exact science, as location and situation is different.

So the best you can do is to follow the general guidelines and try a promising location out, keep an eye on the plant and allow it to tell you how it's doing. Compact growth patterns, firm stems or leaves, and vibrant coloring are signs that telling you everything is good.

Browning and rough texture indicate tissue burn from lighting that's too intense. If this occurs, prune the damaged area off the plant and move it to a lower light location.

Containers And Soil

Succulents grow well in clay pots that are porous and can breathe. Available in florist shops, garden centers, grocery stores, and online, succulents are usually sold in plastic pots.

The plants can stay in the plastic pot that they came in for a year or so, because they have such a small root system, they do not need a larger pot right away.

Planting succulents in a sandy soil mixed with gravel. Water will soak through this type of soil mixture quickly and pool in the saucer or tray under the pot. If you want succulents to grow better, drainage is key.

If you're thinking of planting succulents in a pot that doesn't have a hole in the bottom, adding an extra layer of gravel at the bottom where excess water can accumulate but not touch the roots.

North Facing Windows

These are those darker areas that receive low light, or are completely shaded from any direct light.

These windows often give the weakest light and are suitable for shade loving plants that do not require much lights. North facing windows may not be suitable for most plants in winter months.

I hope this article helps with your succulents grow. Get in touch if you want to take a better control of the light for the succulents . I would recommend always wearing LED protection glasses when working with LED lights. And good luck with your growth !