Hi, starting my first grow and my friend gave me a list of things to buy in order to get started. What I have so far is just the lighting system with a remote ballast, 1 MH bulb and 1 HPS, and a timer for the light as well as a thermometer. This is the list of other things he told me I need to start, besides seeds of course. What are good sites to buy these types of things and am I missing anything? Perlite Soil Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Soil Bloom Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Grow Botanicare Liquid Karma Oscillating Fan Extension Cord Power Strip Measuring Spoons Pulverized Garden Lime Misting Bottle Light Hanging Hardware (chain, hooks, etc) 16 oz. Plastic Cups 1 Gallon Grow Bags 3 Gallon Grow Bags Temperature & Humidity Gauge Thanks guys
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htgsupply.com or your local hydro store. If your in a big city you have them even if you think you don't.
You will need a suitable space, meaning well-ventilated, temp-controlled, air- and light-proof, and stealthy. This is the biggest challenge for many indoor growers. And I'd recommend bigger than 3-gal pots.
I'll get some bigger ones, thanks. I'm going to be growing in my closet, it's about 4x4. There's no ventilation with the door closed but if I keep fans going and open the door a few times a day will that suffice?
No that wont. Your HPS/MH (HID) light will generate massive amount of heat with no where to vent it will get over 100 degrees in your closet and very fast...why closets attics, sheds and garages tend to suck for grows. The later suck since there temps vary so much. Your plants will bake. Until you figure that part out via cutting holes in the door or another location I would not start. You can test this out yourself by turning your light on with the doors closed. In a very fast manner it will be searing hot in there.
Most of the soil stuff you can get at a local garden store or even a Lowe's or home depot. Cords, lighting, power strips were all purchased at Wal-Mart for me, just make sure the voltage and amp allowance match up. The rest of the things, your best bet is Amazon, never once had a bad experience with Amazon, great prices and always quick shipping. GOOD LUCK!