A grower uses six 40W cool white tubes, with a fork-leaf sundew 8 inches below. Asks if a typical cape sundew can go there or if too bright, and whether red-leaf cape (heat-tolerant) needs edge placement too.
Yes, it can grow under those lights. Place at the edge to avoid overheating from the fixture.
Red-leaf forms tolerate warmer windowsill conditions better than typical. However, under intense artificial light (14+ hour days), you're exceeding "average grower" conditions. Monitor for:
These indicate excessive heat. Adjust placement based on plant response, not just cultivar label.
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