Little natural light in your home doesn’t have to mean living without plants — if you invest in an LED grow light. These lights deliver a full spectrum of light, replicating what plants would get from ...

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When starting a garden from seeds, many gardeners face the challenge of nurturing healthy seedlings that can thrive outdoors.

This article was originally published on Feb. 2, 2025. Plants need light to grow, and while natural sunlight is ideal, artificial lighting can also support healthy growth, especially for indoor plants ...

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Humans have cultivated plants for at least 12,000 years, houseplants for at least 3,000. But these days, growing indoor plants is getting downright trendy; thanks in part to their beauty, but mainly ...

It doesn’t matter if you’re caring for a ZZ plant or a cactus: Plants need sunlight to survive. And if you’re living in an apartment devoid of sunlight or don’t have an outdoor space to garden, grow ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The benefits of starting seeds instead of buying plants are hard to beat, but they only pay off if you're giving those seeds the right light ...