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Minimum Artificial Light for Cape Sundew

Cape Sundew Light Requirements

A question about the minimum artificial light for Drosera capensis. Our care sheet (not 12 hours) specifies needs. Read the tropical sundew care sheet: cobraplant.com

— Jeff Dallas, Sarracenia Northwest

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