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wanted: can hseplant survive if windows have 99% uv light block?

AspiringHousePlanter

9 years ago

I have a house plant that is supposed to get indirect light everyday. I am interested in buying this window treatment to keep my place cooler by blocking heat by blocking 99% UV rays without losing light. Can house plants still live without 99% UV light? Thanks for any advice.

I've included the product info below.

http://www.amazon.com/Gila-PRS361-Privacy-Residential-36-Inch/dp/B000H5XTKG/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

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domehomedee
9 years ago
There are a few plants that will take really low light but even those will find it hard to survive with only 1% UV light. You might want to designate one or two windows for your plants and use the window treatment on the rest.
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