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February 17, 2026
Houseplant hacks: are light meters handy or hopeless?
They are hardly essential, but can act as useful teachers
TL;DR
- Many houseplants fail due to inadequate light, making it hard to interpret terms like "bright, indirect light."
- Light meters and phone apps measure light intensity, allowing for precise assessment of different locations within a home.
- Using a light meter involves taking readings at various times and positions to understand light patterns and seasonal changes.
- Testing revealed that dedicated meters offer steadier results than phone apps, which can be jumpy.
- Light meters are not essential but can be useful educational tools for understanding home lighting, after which a trained eye can suffice.
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