Light

Bright, indirect, or low — match the plant to the window.

Three levels

Every plant falls into one of three light needs. Getting this right is half the battle.

Match the window

bright indirect — a few feet from a south window
medium — near a north window, or across the room
low — pothos, snake plant, zz. the survivors

Read the leaves

Stretching stems and pale leaves mean not enough light. Scorched brown patches mean too much direct sun.