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So I ended up switching to two 55w (300 watt equiv.) CFL bulbs that I am putting on my pitchers during the night (approximately 10 hours). The plants seem to be doing alright but its only been a few days so it will be a while before I see results. I was wondering... these lights put off little to no heat (you can rest your hand on them without discomfort) how close can I put these to my plants so that they can receive the most lumens possible? Currently They are about 6" away and the light reflects off the white wall behind the plants and back on to the plants. I can barely feel any warmth from the light, but I don't know if there is more I should be concerned about outside of burning the plants? Thank you for all your help so far! My last two Nepenthes I ordered are just recovering from the shipping process and are starting to grow new leaves under the current light.
Hi Adam,
Six inches is probably a good starting point to see how the plants do. You'll need to give them at least a month to access how they are doing. If after a month you are seeing no pitchers, then you may need to move the lights a little closer. Your at the point now where you just need to let them be and adjust to their new location. It takes them awhile to adapt to the microclimate in a spot. Those lights should provide plenty of light.
Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.cobraplant.com
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