Drosera capensis Seedlings Yellowing: The 24-Hour Light Mistake

A grower’s D. capensis seedlings (in sphagnum, 1″ standing water, 24/7 fluorescent light) were turning yellow but not dry or droopy.

Jeff Dallas diagnosed: plants need a night cycle. Set a timer for 14 hours on / 10 hours off. Give them a couple weeks to recover.

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