Planetagarden
- So, what are the best plants for west-facing windows?
- Aechmea fasciata (Urn Plant)
- Aphelandra squarrosa (Zebra Plant)
- Araucaria heterophylla (Norfolk Island Pine)
- Cordyline terminalis (Ti Plant)
- Crassula Ovata (Jade Plant)
- Cypripedioideae (Lady's Slipper Orchids)
- Dieffenbachia (Dumb Cane)
- Is west facing window good for plants?
- What can I do with west facing windows?
- How do you shade a west facing window?
- How much sun does a west facing window get?
- Why are west facing windows bad?
- What direction is best for plants?
- What is the best window covering to keep heat out?
- Which side of the house is the hottest?
- How do I stop my West facing windows from getting hot?
Is west facing window good for plants?
East windows are often good for plants that need moderate sunlight or morning sunlight only. West-facing windows. ... Although they don't get the same intensity of light as southern exposures, a west-facing window is a good place for your sun-loving plants.
What can I do with west facing windows?
For windows that are exposed to the sun such as west facing windows we recommend window blinds that are good insulators. The better they insulate the less heat gain you will get when the sun beats in saving you money. Top insulating blinds include honeycomb cell shades and shutters.
How do you shade a west facing window?
The Trellis
An exterior vertical trellis works well for shading East or West facing windows, and preventing excessive solar gain. These windows cannot be shaded by overhangs because the sun is low in the sky when shining on the East and West sides of the house.
How much sun does a west facing window get?
East and west-facing windows provide some direct light up to 3 feet and indirect light up to 5 feet away.
Why are west facing windows bad?
West Facing Windows
Like the East facing aspect, the sunlight is weaker than it would be around midday, but because the ambient temperature by this point of the day is likely to already be quite warm, overheating in these places can be a problem. Making sure ventilation is good and that the light becomes indirect.
What direction is best for plants?
- South facing windows are the best with bright sun all day, good for any plants with variegation or trees like citrus and banana. ...
- West windows get a long period of direct sun, but usually miss the hottest most intense part of the day, which can damage some plants with medium light requirements.
What is the best window covering to keep heat out?
Cellular Shades A.K.A Honeycomb Shades: The most popular and effective shades to keep heat and sunlight out, cellular shades AKA Honeycomb shades have maintained as one of the best for a long time.
Which side of the house is the hottest?
West-facing walls receive the strongest sun at the hottest part of the day. Check that there is no significant detrimental overshadowing (of both windows and roof where photovoltaics and solar hot water may be located) by adjacent buildings and trees. Northern side of the house is free from major obstructions.
How do I stop my West facing windows from getting hot?
Install Awnings
Installed over a west-facing window, a fabric awning can reduce heat gain by as much as 77 percent! It's a simple concept, really: Block out the harsh sun to enjoy cooler spaces indoors.
