Reddit reviews SunBlaster CFL Self ballasted Propagation lamp, 6400K Light Spectrum, 26 Watt, Fits Standard Size Light Socket

SunBlaster CFL Self ballasted Propagation lamp, 6400K Light Spectrum, 26 Watt, Fits Standard Size Light Socket
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AKKU7SA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_p4VBCbEW0KF4K

Thanks. It happened because I took them inside last fall over winter since i'm in an area that freezes in winter. I had a grow light over them almost 24/7 until two weeks ago when I brought all my plants back outside.

The grow light I have is a cheap one however. Some of my plants grow very well under it and others don't, like the ones in this example. Here's the light for anyone curious - http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AKKU7SA

Next year when I bring them inside I'm thinking about getting one of those Apollo grow lights.

Only reason I asked if they are etiolated is that I've seen some plants that look kind of like echeveria actually be plants that naturally grow long and spindly, so didn't want to jump the gun and chop off their heads.

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> I see what you mean, I've been doing some research and I found some CFLs that are specific to growing. Like this link. I don't know how well they work though. I like keeping it in my room and I don't really want to hang overhead florescent lights so a smaller light would be ideal.
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> Thanks for the advice! I won't remove any more leaves for now, until I learn more.

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Thanks! I'll check on the bulb. Something like a 6200K 23 watt I think. Daylight with blue end mostly. CFL to keep heat at 80 deg works perfect at 10 inches away. About 10 bucks on amazon plus another 10 for the reflector is best I could find. Will get a 2800k for the peppers and tomatoes to induce flowering after I get them on the hydro for a month or two. The lettuce stays on blueish since it's all veg growth you want.

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bulb: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AKKU7SA/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_33
holder: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0061MZ4Q6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

It may be worth it to just get a small grow light. I've been using this bulb in a regular desk lamp for the past 4 years. It's not going to get the same results as a larger, brighter one, but it should be good enough to keep a small number of plants from getting leggy.

This is what I was recommended and purchased. It has served me well

I see what you mean, I've been doing some research and I found some CFLs that are specific to growing. Like this link. I don't know how well they work though. I like keeping it in my room and I don't really want to hang overhead florescent fluorescent lights so a smaller light would be ideal.

Thanks for the advice! I won't remove any more leaves for now, until I learn more.

Transplanted into very wet peat moss about ~1 week ago. Home is 73F and plant sits under this LED for 12 hours:

SunBlaster CFL Self ballasted Propagation lamp, 6400K Light Spectrum, 26 Watt, Fits Standard Size Light Socket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AKKU7SA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nGHyCb4X0DGXZ

Plant is about 12” from light. Any help is appreciated.