How sunlight affects your harvest: The basic rules of gardening

Even small children know that plants need sunlight to grow - for them, this is one of the most important things.

Gardeners are also well aware of this, but sometimes they still choose the wrong place for their beds, which makes their harvest not as impressive as it could be.

Let's find out why.

Photosynthesis

Through photosynthesis, plants produce sugars and other organic compounds necessary for their development and the formation of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. 

Plant Growth and Development

Different wavelengths of light have different effects on plants, with red and blue light being particularly important for photosynthesis and overall growth. 

Insufficient light or imbalances in light spectrum can result in stunted growth, leggy plants, delayed flowering, and reduced fruit production.

Nutrient Distribution and Storage

Light affects the distribution and storage of nutrients within plants. 

Adequate light stimulates the movement of sugars and nutrients from leaves to other plant parts, including fruits and storage organs. 

Insufficient light can impede the transportation of these essential substances, leading to nutrient deficiencies and reduced crop quality.

Color, Taste, and Nutritional Value

Light exposure can influence the color, taste, and nutritional content of harvested crops. 

Light exposure also influences the accumulation of sugars, flavors, and nutritional compounds in crops, impacting their taste and nutritional value.
 

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• 5 July 2023

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