okay, so i am about to start my first grow. i went in search of lights today and i had a few questions about some lights i am considering that are in my budget here is the first light stats 75W of incandescent equivalent output using only 17W of energy Save 78 percent on your utility bills Color: 4200K Lumens: 1093 Dimensions: 2.5"W x 2"D x 28"H Life: 10,000 hours would these work? how many would i need ? i am growing either 2 or 3 plants in a smaller area (bigger then close) another light i was considering Bulbrite Industries 100W Plant Grow R30 Reflector Bulb (Set of 6) Light source to help in the growth and germination of plants and seeds Provides natural light energy to help plants grow Lasts an average of 2000 hours Perfect for green house, garden, landscape supply, recessed and track lightings R30 bulb Standard medium bulb base Specifications: 100 Watts 120 Volts Dimensions: Overall dimensions: 5.25'' H x 3.75'' W x 3.75'' D im really open up to any suggestions on how to provide my 2-3 plants the light needed. any help is greatly appreciated
Jegro: take a close look at T-5's. They're cheap to run, they burn cool and you can keep them close to your plants without too many problems. I love mine. I hope that helps. Hank
Jegro: if you go with T-5's use 6,000K for veg and 2,700K for flowering but make sure that your fixture covers every inch of your grow and you should be happy. Hank
[quote name='"Hank Alvarez"']Jegro: if you go with T-5's use 6,000K for veg and 2,700K for flowering but make sure that your fixture covers every inch of your grow and you should be happy. Hank[/quote] I can't thank you enough I'm trying find some budget t5s
I agree with hank, those cfl's are not really "100watt equivalent" because the incandescent bulbs were not suitable for growing at all. t5's are the way to go, but it's 6,500k for veg..