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Three New Plants Failing: Light, Repotting, Watering Errors

Sensitive plant (Mimosa): needs bright indirect light (north sill), water when top 1/2" dry. Euphorbia ingens & pencil cactus: need direct sun most of day (south/west window). Don’t repot new plants 6 months. Water Euphorbias every 3-4 weeks. Light is #1 priority.

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