Wandering Jew

bright indirect light (3-6 feet from a south or west window, or right next to an east window. Under a grow light, 6-10 inches away works well) keeps the foliage colors at their most vivid. It tolerates low light (more than 8 feet from a window, or a north-facing room. A grow light 10-12 inches away works great if your windows are not cutting it) but responds by fading - the silver stripes lose their punch and the purple dulls to green. Too much intense direct sun (right in the window where sun actually hits the leaves. A strong grow light 4-6 inches away can substitute) causes the leaf markings to wash out to an overall flat purple.

Average to higher household humidity is preferred. Very dry air causes brown, crispy leaf tips. A pebble tray helps in heated indoor spaces.

Well-draining, fertile potting mix with slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0). Mix equal parts peat moss, perlite, and standard potting soil for good drainage and aeration.

Overwatering and root rot are the main issues. The plant becomes leggy over time - regular pinching and the occasional hard cutback keeps it bushy. Spider mites, aphids, and mealybugs are occasional visitors.