Paper Shade vs. Shade Cloth for Nepenthes Greenhouses

Paper window shade might work short-term, but it's a gamble. Here's why shade cloth is worth the small investment.

Paper Shade Problems

• Inconsistent light reduction (depends on paper thickness/quality).
• Degrades in one season (rain, UV, wind).
• No standardized shading percentage.

Shade Cloth Advantages

• Horticultural grades: 20–80% shade (30–50% ideal for Nepenthes).
• Weather-resistant, multi-year lifespan.
• Available at any garden center.

We use 50% shade cloth on our Nepenthes houses. Your plants will thank you for consistent, measurable light.