Grow Light Duration for Nepenthes in Terrariums

Question: I'm growing Nepenthes Miranda and your Alta hybrid in a terrarium. How long should grow lights stay on? I think 14 hours, but I've seen different numbers. Eventually they'll move to a window with filtered sun plus supplemental light. I'm in NY's Mid-Hudson Valley.

Answer

Hi Joel,

A 14-hour day is fine. You're simulating a natural photoperiod—12–14 hours matches their native habitat day length.

Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
www.cobraplant.com