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While the seed develops underground, you don't need lights, but once it breaks through the soil the plant needs light energy to begin photosynthesis. If the temps are safe (above 40 degrees F) you can just set your cups outside. I don't know if you have a yard or not, but if you do, there are tons of little hidey-holes you can set the babies in and have them blend in with the vegetation for a while.
If you can't put them outside, you should expose them to artificial light. Compact Flourescent Lamps are the easiest/cheapest/quickest way to get some much needed illumination. In a small space, 3-4 23 watt CFLs will provide enough light for decent vegetative growth.
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