(Part 3) Best plant growing lamps according to redditors
We found 2,040 Reddit comments discussing the best plant growing lamps. We ranked the 433 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 41-60. You can also go back to the previous section.
![[6-Pack] LED Grow Light Strips for Plants 2FT, 60W (6 x 10W) t5 High Output Integrated Fixture Extendable 24 Inches Grow Lights for Greenhouse, Plant Grow Shelf, Easy Installation](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Jyvf9sGbL.jpg)
The lights are on for 14 hours per day
E. “Black Sabbath”
Yes, I have several of these
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It is this Kingbo one. I have a lot of pots under it, approximately two to four inches above the plants, on for approximately 17 hrs a day.
Gladly! These are the lights that I bought. Just saw that they are 50% of the price at which I paid for them back in December. I HIGHLY recommend them.
These aren’t the same lights, but if you’re looking for specific grow lights to chain together like this, I can recommend these: [6-Pack] LED Grow Light Strips for Plants 2FT, 60W (6 x 10W) t5 High Output Integrated Fixture Extendable 24 Inches Grow Lights for Greenhouse, Plant Grow Shelf, Easy Installation https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FZTKYXV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_h-pJDbD7RGXM3
I intend to cover it with more of the black walnut that's used above, but in a Japanese shoji lamp-style, so there will be a lamp at the bottom.
Basics of the setup:
The grow area is physically separate from the reservoir so I can detach and clean it. Some have critiqued the design for not being true NFT, saying that water remains in the system; and also because the channels are not square. So there are surely design improvements that can be made.
The wood is black walnut that I coated in teak oil; and are slid onto brackets I made so that (in case of leakage) I can pull them right off without unscrewing anything.
I just use this simple neck LED lights. My violets and orchids are thrilled and blooming.
LED grow light
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JCLX39G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This one. I measured it as 37.7 W at the wall. Super-cheap, was only $40 CAD delivered; it's less now. I like it as it gives off very little heat, and it's low profile doesn't take up any vertical space in my bucket.
Here is my setup.
Im using this one for a 4×4: Phlizon Cree Cob Series 2000W LED Plant Grow Light Full Spectrum -2000W (Actual Power 450watt) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MZ1QHKC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4fwkDbT1AVCK5
The 1st 20 days from planting i just used the veg bloom switch because i didnt want the cobs to burn the young seedlings...
But damn did they grow fast after flipping on them cobs....
Averaging and inch per day growth wize.
Light is 26.5 inches from the canopy.
This one has been under this Phlizon2000 light and has absolutely loved it. I’m very surprised at how well this light works for how cheap it is!
This is the one I’ve had the longest and works pretty well as a supplement, I just bought two similar ones that are square that seem to be doing okay so far but they’ve only been up for a week. I also have these for my early stage prop area but they have to be super close to the plant to work. I pretty much ignore my props until they’re big enough to move to their own pots or arrangements, so having a timer helps! My neighbors definitely think I’m growing marijuana but it’s okay.
Sorry for the mobile links couldn’t figure out how to change them.
Edit: And here is my current setup with lights on, I’m planning on lights for the bottom shelves as well and some hanging hooks for my non succulent plants!
Sure. 2017 New Dual Head Led Grow Light, Ppunson 10W Desk Clip Lamp with 360 Degree Flexible Gooseneck and Double on/off Switch for Indoor Plants Greenhouse Office (10w Dual head) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQPCAKX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LU5dAb2H0WRYA
Sondiko LED Grow Light Bar, Upgraded Timing Function 10W Grow Light with 48 Led Dimmable 4 Levels Lamp Bulbs for Indoor Plants https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079NZT5T3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_M-PXBbYF4NSFS
Thanks, and yes. I suggest you make sure you get them from a source that has been started in salt water. Most of what's sold on ebay and online retailers has been grown in fresh water even if they say it hasnt. If you want PM me in a month or two when the props start dropping and I will send you some for just the cost of shipping. Obviously if youre near the beach collect some.
I dont like to get behind this product but they seem to grow well in miracle mud. Is there enough room to grow down there? You would be surprised how fast they grow under the right conditions. The root structure in my tree busted right through PVC. They like heavy light but you have to ramp them up. I suggest one of the grow pendants on amazon. https://www.amazon.com/KINGBO-Reflector-Spectrum-Seeding-Flowering/dp/B01LYBGVRG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1497408726&sr=8-2&keywords=grow+led+panel
This one has grown them well in my experience. As they grow use anodized aluminum wire to make them grow in the direction you want (think bonsai). Think of their environment, they love light but they also get a lot of rain. I would hit them with a little water from a spray bottle once a week. I like to put a tiny amount of MG and iron in my bottle. There's methods of developing the cool root structure as well but this will at least get you started. You will be surprised how much they are capable of pulling out of your system once they get started.
KINGBO 50W UFO LED Grow Light Panel Full Spectrum with Switch for Indoor Plants Seeding Growing and flowering. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075V3JJQH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_bxR2BbZ609569
Dual Head UV & IR Plant Grow Light with Double Switch and 360 Degree Flexible Gooseneck for Indoor Plants Seedling Growing Blooming Fruiting in Greenhouse Office and Home (10w) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQPCAKX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iFIDCb6V244R8
And cheap Christmas lights from target
I just bought this light and it is the best light I have owned but it's more expensive and not what I started out with.
For someone starting out I would get something like this which is 300 true watts or this which is around 260 true watts. Both are going to make your closet hotter so you may have to get an intake/exhaust fan but they will give you 10x better yield. I have grown with both of them.
I also have a few of these which will still be way better than what you have currently however these blurple lights get a lot of flack from people and weren't my personal favorite. But for $59 right now on Amazon that's a pretty good deal for 165 true watts.
Here's my first grow doing what you are doing
Here's my second grow using the lights I suggested
Edit: If you think you are going to get into growing and take it serious in the future get the light I linked first. It was around $150 after shipping and it takes some diy to put together but it will run way cooler than the other lights and is 15x better than any of the Amazon lights for $50-$100 more. If I could go back and do it again I would get rid of all the Amazon lights and spend the money on some nice quantum boards.
First I would replace all the fixtures before the house burns down. You can replace with LEDs that take less power. You don't have to do it all at once. Get a couple to start. I would also move that outlet, water and electricity do not mix. Get a GFCI breaker installed for it too before doing anything. This may not even be up to code and if the house burns down, your insurance company will laugh at you when they see it as they won't have to pay you.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B4C6R6L/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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The rocks is easy, humidity. Plants love humidity and if you put water in the rocks and put trays on the rocks, you have lots of humidity. I would test this with a little water first as it may no longer be waterproof. You may have to put plastic under the rocks to patch it. Industrial garbage bags would work 55 gallon. You don't have to put tons of water in, just enough each day to keep moist.
If you've never started seeds, it isn't the fairytale of planting them and voila blooming plants just appear. You need bottom heat, you can buy pads for that. It would be best to start them elsewhere with the pads as, again, electricity and water don't mix. Once you have seedlings, you can put some water on the rocks and turn on the lights for 16 hours a day. I use 5-1-1 fish emulsion for fertilizing them. I would go on You Tube, if I were you, to see how to start seeds, videos are worth a million words.
ONE more thing, get the electrical in your house inspected. From what I see so far, I am not confident in other projects that may be throughout the house.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07LBQYDCW
I was told this one was really good and affordable, so I'm giving it a try and I'm currently waiting for it in the mail.
I live in an apartment that gets very low light so all my succulents were beginning to die. Found these guys on Amazon a few months ago and they work great!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MQPCAKX/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1493740459&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=grow+light+clip&dpPl=1&dpID=41KOueyz%2BwL&ref=plSrch
Yeah I showed it to her.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07LBQYDCW/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A17IAZ0S556FY1&psc=1
Welcome to growing your own! you will have fun and it sounds like you have done research!- I'm checking in from Colorado and grow indoors and out.
Lights - First thing to consider is you have one tent to veg and flower. (so once you flip to flower you can't have any plants on deck vegging along, unless they were under different light, in a different location). For this set up, I would highly recommend a LED that you can flip from veg to flower light spectrum. That way with your quick 9 week cycle plants you can just flip a switch and not have to swap out any lights. I just purchased this [LED from amazon] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JUI6ARK?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00) and it would fit in your tent. Also LEDs run low heat in the tent space, and low energy consumption.
Strains - For big yield take many tops from the plant. Tie down or use a scrog to weave the plant and allow new growth from the middle. Follow a nutes schedule with out over doing it. You can always order seeds to be mailed (there are some strains in Europe i can't get here :( i've tried ) IF you get an auto flower strain you can NOT take tops on it because its on an automatic schedule of when to flower (not my recommendation) 2-3 plants max in that space, or one big one that would still yield a lot!
Air Flow - Will smell be an issue in your place? then YES get a carbon filter and fan. a 4" size would work for that tent and can get on amazon. If you don't care about the smell (only bad for about 3 weeks in flower) then your PC fan idea would work. If you go with 2 fans (no carbon filter set up) then mount the top as exit air out and the bottom as intake air blowing on the plants.
Dirt should be organic, mix with perlite or something to lighten up the dirt so roots can spread. Smart pots are great if available to you. Also watch for bugs all the way through your grow. be careful of pets near by, and playing with your plants after coming in from outdoors. Bug problems are very easily treated if caught early but if missed until too late can really limit your yield or have total loss.
Happy growing and post updates!!
I grew some Somango XXL last year with LEDs. Used this for veg and this along with the first one for flower. All Fox Farm soil and nutrients and only distilled water. I topped it a little late (at 8 nodes), but that thing was huge by the time it was ready to harvest. I was scared it was gonna outgrow my tent (3x3x6), but some trellis netting fixed that. It came out great, but the buds weren't as tight as I had hoped...probably because I didn't keep the lights close enough during flowering and neither of these LEDs have a solid red spectrum. Either way, I got almost 7 zips, and that's pretty nice for a first effort. Made my $ back plus more and still had plenty for myself. All that stuff about the old LEDs kinda scared me, but they've definitely come a long way. There's a smaller version of the one I linked in my first post, so that might be my next investment. The heat and electricity usage of MH and HPS kinda scares me. The setup I used only made my electric bill go up by about $30 a month on average, and of course the more expensive months were during flowering when I had a bunch of fans going including the HVAC exhaust that was connected to a carbon can inside the tent. You could put your face up to the exhaust hose and there was no smell at all, so that was good. How's your electric bill with that HPS? I'm trying to weigh the long term cost of HPS vs. that expensive LED.
I use one of these grow lights on my avocado.
To encourage "bushiness"- pinch off one of the new buds at the top of the stalk. Your plant will push more energy towards other buds. I do not recommend cutting close to the pit now, as your plant likely does not have any active buds along its trunk.
I got it from Amazon:
Full Spectrum Grow Light for Indoor Plants, Auto ON & Off with 3/9/12H Timer, 8 Dimmable Lightness Clip-On Desk Led Plant Light (with AC Adapter). https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NYDVF6V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_hcJlDb7Q45TWY
A few years ago (somewhat recently) it was discovered that plants mostly only use the red and blue wavelengths of light.
So, when you use white lights on a plant, you have to use really bright, high-powered lights because the plant is only using these two narrow bands of the whole visible spectrum that the light is putting out.
Instead, by using a combination of red and blue LEDs, you deliver only the colors of light that the plant is going to use, and you can use less power.
I'm a big fan of this style: https://www.amazon.com/100W-LED-Grow-Light-Bulb/dp/B07H9W1TSZ/ref=sr_1_35?keywords=plant+light&qid=1566596546&s=lawn-garden&sr=1-35
If that’s working for you so far, keep doing it! Here’s the light, they increased the price slightly: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NYDVF6V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_I.kADb6NNHM4P
Great customer service for that light as well. Not sponsored (haha), bought 8 of em and they work great.
3M 77 spray adhesive- 10$ Walmart
120 mm fan filter - 10$ Amazon
Dual 80 mm fans - 14$ Amazon
120 mm fan - 17$ Amazon
KINGBO 45W LED Plant Grow Light - 30$ Amazon
Cut a hole for the 120 mm fan dead center in the front like in the video. Insert and then attach filter. This is the fan that pulls fresh air
Cut two holes in the lid for the 80mm fans. I did mine in the back by the handle, these are the exhaust fans.
before inserting and attaching fans spray the inside with the adhesive and attach the blanket
Drill a tiny hole in the center of the top so you can fish the light hanging cables through which will allow you to raise and lower light as needed.
Then I hot glued a power strip to the back for all the power needs
My personal pick is this
They work great for me and they’re pretty wallet friendly!
Sondiko LED Grow Light Strip, Full Spectrum Auto On&Off Every Day Grow Light with 48 LEDs 4 Dimmable Levels for Indoor Plants https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079NZT5T3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_EX7GDbF512WYW
I think it's this one but I'm not 100 percent sure, there's a lot of similar ones.
Phlizon 900W LED Plant Grow...
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07527ZVFG?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
It’s cheap, but seems to have decent reviews. If this grow goes well, I may upgrade after it
All of the growers I know are using those pink colored LED grow lights now. I have a 2' strip light in this color and plants seem to be doing fine. Using it since last fall. I just can't stand to look at / see the color as it bothers my eyes.
Mine looks similar to this:
https://www.amazon.com/Sondiko-Upgraded-Timing-Function-Dimmable/dp/B079NZT5T3/ref=sr_1_6?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4rvFz9Os4gIVV7XACh0zlAR6EAAYBCAAEgJEEfD_BwE&hvadid=241911857033&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9002565&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t4&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8591628906481207958&hvtargid=kwd-31018281392&hydadcr=24633_10399728&keywords=led+grow+light+strips&qid=1558442758&s=gateway&sr=8-6
Hi there!
So I would really like to get into the art of Bonsai. I've been looking at getting a Ficus. The only problem is that it would have to permanently (at least for the foreseeable future) live indoors, as I live in a townhouse complex, without access to a balcony/private yard/fenced in area. I completely understand bonsai don't do well indoors, but with the proper lighting is it doable? I have been looking at lighting from local hydroponic shops and am having trouble picking a light. Would a basic 100 Watt-Equivalent CFL work? Or should I get something a bit fancier like one of these?
250 Watt, 6500K CFL with Reflector
2 Foot, 2 Tube, T5 Fluorescent
60 x 10 Watt LED Grow Light (600 Watt Equivalent)
60 x 10 Watt LED Grow Light (900 Watt Equivalent)
[CFL 13 Watt = 65 Watt Equivalent, 6500K] (https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/p.cfl-13w--60w-mini-twister-daylight-6500k---case-of-12-bulbs.1000681198.html)
CFL 23 Watt = 100 Watt 2700K
CFL 23 Watt = 100 Watt 6500K
If I were to get Fluorescents I would need a stand of some sort. Would something like this work? Should I change the bulbs to something more powerful?
24 Watt, 6400K, 2 Feet T5
Any of the lights purchased would be kept on an automatic timer indoors. Should the length of the timer be affected by the power of the bulb? Less powerful = More time per day?
I'd personally either hold onto the old light for another use in the future...like if you want a separate veg tent. You only need about 280W of actual draw for a COB LED, but I've never had a rectangular tent, so I'm not sure if a single light that draws 300W would be good for that, or if you've be better off getting two that each draw 150W. I have two of THESE in my 4x4 and I've been happy with them. They draw 300W each and my plants do great with them. They aren't as nice as quantum boards but they are a fraction of the price and will hold me over until I want to spend the extra cash on QBs.
Edited to add: If you want to see how my plants are doing under them right now then take a look at my Grow Diary. If you click on each week, you can see progress pictures.
I got these I use them for all my direct light plants and only one arm is over the aloe :)
I’ve seen users on here get good results with these grow lights.
I have one of THESE that has a setup for a 6 tier SCROG system above it. I have 6 of THESE for grow lights. I have a small Ozone Generator to keep the water free of nasties. I ordered some of THIS to build a reflective box around it. For the inside of the "enclosure" I have a pair of Ionic Breeze Quadra electrostatic air cleaners I got from ebay to kill the smell as well, each one is good to like 400 square feet, so having 2 of them in a 4x4 square foot enclosed tent should keep most of the smell gone...I suspect I'll just have to clean them every could days rather than every few weeks.
Are you including the Mars Reflector 96 or the Mars I "600W" in that? I've got them but they didn't seem to make it into the frame for either of these two pictures. Thanks for the feedback either way!
What about this? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VL8FZS1/ref=psdc_14252941_t2_B07TV9GWPB Last one I swear lol.
Phlizon Cree Cob Series 2000W LED... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MZ1QHKC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Should I get the pinkish grow light or the yellowish one, both 75 watts. Two small jades and a small Brazil rain tree.
LED Grow Light for Indoor Plants - Relassy 75W Sunlike Full Spectrum Plants Lights 3/6/12H Timer CREE COB Grow Lamp - Dual Head Flexible Gooseneck - 4 Dimmable Lights for House Plants https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JCLX39G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_b1DRDb09YCY2Z
Okay. You need some Rockwool cubes for your seeds. Start your seeds in those. Put them in a sealed container so it stays humid, make sure the temperature is at least 20 degrees Celsius. Preferably around 25 degrees. You should see seedlings start to pop up in a couple days with the right conditions. I'd wait until the first set of leaves appear before transplanting ( not the seedling leaves)
Hydroponics is extremely simple and has awesome results. I'm currently about to do the Kratky mason jar method.
Your lights might not be enough. You can find nice powerful LED lights on Amazon.
Niello ultra-thin & ultra-light LED Grow Light Panel 45W 225 LEDs 6-Band Full Spectrum Include UV IR for Indoor Plants Growing(Black) https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01NAQ1PB2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vAORCb85JJQBK
HIGROW Reflector 45W LED Grow Light Panel 225 LEDs 6-Band Full Spectrum Include UV IR with Switch for Indoor Plants Seeding& Growing& Flowering https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B06XCGT92X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9AORCb0QQXER0
LED Grow Light, Aceple 20W Indoor Growing Ultra-Thin Panel Plant Light with Switch and Plug, 2 Sizes Variable for Greenhouse Hydroponic Indoor Plants Veg Flower https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0761KKJGQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MBORCbMM7YHSP
These are some examples of nice compact grow lights.
NUTRIENTS - Seedlings do not need a pack load of nutrients. They can survive off of just water for a couple sets of leaves before dying from lack of nutrients.
I'm looking into something like this for indoor light.
Hi.
For 1 and up to 4 peppers you can use this light https://www.amazon.com/Toplanet-Spectrum-Growing-Hydroponic-Greenhouse/dp/B07B4C6R6L/ref=sr_1_30?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1527683136&sr=1-30&keywords=grow+light
It has right spectrum and power according to specs.
Or you can try this one, it's cheaper, but I'm afraid it's luminous flux will not be enough https://www.amazon.com/EAUOH-Hydroponics-gardening-Greenhouse-germination/dp/B01M27SG7K/ref=sr_1_11?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1527683050&sr=1-11&keywords=grow+light
actually just the most basic 45W LED panel because this was an extremely inexpensive grow and half of it was planned to be outdoors but i planted to early and the weather was just shit until recently, my 2 new seedlings will have a way better start because once they are big enough to go outside they will thrive with sunlight and actually grow to their maximum height , considering i spent less than $200 altogether i'd say i should make a decent harvest hoping for 2 oz a plant out of the maximum yield of 3.5oz
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B07MZ1QHKC?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image
I recently picked up a few of these and absolutely love them: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LG39B3M
Not hawking them, but not having to live with a purple glow all the time has been awesome, and my plants love it at least as much as the red/blues. I know a lot of people use them, but this little greenhouse / LED combo has been amazing as well: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FZTKYXV
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06WD58D23
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0791V19H7
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B074XBXFPD
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AE11Q44
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000IF23PW
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01J37FI7K
2 x https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XKW7M92
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008X0M4TY
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B018WIOEDA
This is the one I specifically use ( amazon ).
It does give off a pink tint because they're plant lights but my plants LOVE them. And I have it about three feet from the cage because I have it for other plants that I keep next to my setup. So I guess it's not directly on the gecko. Plus the fact that it's pink makes it less harsh on the eyes.
I also have this one and it also works great. Much smaller and gives off a white light so guests don't think it looks funny compared to the pink.
It's all up to you. They both have pros and cons and both work well.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07H9W1TSZ?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_yo_pop_mb_pd_t2
Someone on here had it and said it was good. So far so good. I’ve had it three days and I already see a little pink on my Kiwi!
I keep them right by the window but supplement that with these cheap LED lights I got on Amazon - they’re about 3-4” from the seedlings and I leave them on about 16 hours a day. The soil is just Jiffy seed starting mix. I just fertilized for the first time today (I meant to do it a while ago but never got around to it)! So the lighting is probably the only thing that’s caused them to grow at this rate. I also brush my hands over the tops of the plants everyday which helps them form a stronger/thicker stem.
Budget isn't really an issue. Haven't decided yet I'm legally allowed 50 plants but have only been growing 4-6 at a time. I do like bang for the buck though. So far through my scouring this one seems to do it
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B0721M53QC/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_2?smid=AVUYM0ARNYWYA&psc=1
Says 240 to 280w actual draw and it's pretty cheap.
Or was gonna get a couple of these.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B07843C284/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_4?smid=A2PQGFJXAT8J9K&psc=1
Made by vivosun and everything I've bought from them before has always been top notch. (136w actual draw)
Edit: also configuration: I have two rooms set aside in my basement they're both maybe 12x12 or 14x14. Using two rooms as it was easier to light proof the doors than buy tents. Just tore out the green golf style carpet that's been there since the 70s
I have the same issue. I use my south facing window plus lights and i could use more! I went onto amazon and bought a couple LED grow lights. They use about a 1/3 the juice. They do not create much heat. I have both a ficus and elephant bush (baby jade) and they love the lights.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075V3JJQH/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
i bought this one plus a couple bigger ones. biggest one is only 60watt but its the equivalent to a 100watt mh of hps. One is full spectrum, 1 is bloom, one is grow. for bonsai i would go with full spectrum.
Depends on how big of an investment you want to make. A lot of people like HLG brand and in particular the v2, although all of their stuff is good. If you want to go cheaper, you can probably find some cheaper t5 bulbs if you already have some fixtures overhead. If you are looking for something clip on, I'm currently using a couple of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07JCLX39G?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
They seem to be doing the trick, have lots of new growth on my tropicals since bringing them under the lights. But coverage is kinda small.
I'm pretty new to this, these are ~2 week old cayenne sprouts. I had this 300W light mounted about 12" above them, and I noticed that their cotyledons were straining upwards so I thought they might need more light. I moved the light down to about 9" above the plants, but over the last few days they've begun to turn a deep purple color. Is this due to having the light too close, or potentially a different problem? For the record I have a few other pepper sprouts at the same distance which don't seem to be having this problem.
Thanks for your help!
No worries, I didn't know about the combinations of red and blue light so thank you!! I think I'll end up buying some of these cheapos. Should definitely be something on the side bar for grow lights. Was about to subscribe to /r/indoorgarden for tips but I don't see much interest in grow lights over there. Anyways, hope you order some seeds and post your progress! ;)
I recently purchased this one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07LBQYDCW?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
I picked it because I wanted a natural light and I wanted something simple to augment my window grow box. It’s worked pretty well so far. I measured it at 14W at the wall.
On amazon : "COMPARE TO HPS/MH- The 900W LED grow light can replace traditional 600 watt HPS/MH while consuming only 220 watts"
source: https://www.amazon.com/Phlizon-Thermometer-Humidity-Adjustable-Spectrum/dp/B07527ZVFG
But why a purple ? this is 2019 please people, Quantum board samsung and CXB , nothing else.
The brand is Yueme here is a link
Mine is something like this, but I also have something like a bigger version of this that doubles up with circadian maintenance/SAD prevention.
They are under a grow light for 8+ hours a day
Grow light- Sondiko LED Grow Light Strip, Full Spectrum Auto On&Off Every Day Grow Light with 48 LEDs 4 Dimmable Levels for Indoor Plants https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079NZT5T3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ajklDbHZRX1NS
Some information on my Ginseng Ficus.
Height: 18 in. (including pot) and Width: 9-10 in.
For the upcoming 9 months, I'll be living inside of an apartment and looking to start growing my Bonsai in that environment. The main concern I have is lighting, I have no southern-facing window with the only window I have being eastern-facing. This window isn't even the biggest and I'm concerned about the health of my tree if it had to live in these conditions. However, the option for a glow lamp should hopefully solve this issue. The issue in that being I have zero clues what glow lamp is optimal for my scenario nor what exact specifications I need to look for in a glow lamp. I've down small amounts of research and found you need roughly 300 nm-800 nm spectrum but am unsure if that's actually true. If anyone could provide some guidance or insight on what I should be looking for that'd be greatly appreciated.
I've attached three glow lamps I show through amazon that seemed like viable options(my price range is $50). Also, I've included an image of my bonsai tree to hopefully give you a better understanding of what I'm dealing with.
Lamp 1
Lamp 2
Lamp 3
Ginseng Ficus Photo (This was not taken in the apartment I'll be living in, just another angle of the tree)
Thanks for reading! If you have any recommendations or lamps that have worked for you in the past I'd appreciate it if you commented those below. I'm looking for lamps that can be attached to a desk as that's where my tree will be.
It's the phlizon 900w led
That’s awesome!! 😍😍💗☺️ I would love to do the same! But mine I’m simply going to do more lotions and shampoos and conditioners... more healthy alternative face masks, etc... but here’s the link for the lights!! Sondiko LED Grow Light Strip,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079NZT5T3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
And the shelving! PayLessHere NSF Metal Heavy Duty... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AZ5F48C?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Good luck 😇😇 keep me updated on your indoor herbal garden!!
Ha, sure! I got this one: Full Spectrum Grow Light https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NYDVF6V?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I mostly picked it because it was highly rated and it would clip onto my desk. It totally works for me, but I am kind of a grow light noob, so there is probably something I don’t know about selecting them!
I actually just started growing in a 24"x24"x55". One thing I noticed was controlling the temp. My 600w made way too much heat for that space, so now I'm currently running a 300w. There are two 2-gallon felt pots in there but the space will be limited once I start getting into flowering.
VIVOSUN 300W LED Grow Light Full Spectrum for Hydroponic Indoor Plants Growing Veg and Flowering https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07843C284/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FG7iDbY5GFTD7
KINGBO 50W UFO LED Grow Light... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075V3JJQH?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Are those lights two of these bad boys? How you like them if so?
Loving the advice thanks! Based on it, what about these options make them bad or good?
https://www.amazon.ca/Phlizon-Spectrum-Growing-Monitor-Adjustable/dp/B07MZ1QHKC/ref=asc_df_B07MZ1QHKC/?tag=googlemobshop-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292925545892&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7514679859740633593&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1002604&hvtargid=pla-627452979539&psc=1
Or
https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.amazon.ca/Phlizon-Thermometer-Humidity-Adjustable-Spectrum/dp/B076WWKC6J&ved=2ahUKEwij24-LydTjAhWEVc0KHZ91BF8QFjAAegQIAxAB&usg=AOvVaw35VJRN1grXmxqN9Dy6b8S4
Skip out on that light, your plants are going to end up super larfy. I would recommend the new discount quantum boards from Mars Hydro (TS 600W), they're 100 W and probably put out about 5-6x as much PAR as that light. At close to $100, they're a steal
https://www.amazon.com/MARS-HYDRO-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse/dp/B07VL8FZS1/
I would guess your yields with that light would end up as maybe 10-20 g, whereas with a decent QB-style light you'll get close to a 3-5 oz.
I hope links are allowed here, if not please forgive me. I have two of these plant lamps: (edit: I have the red & blue ones)
LED Plant Grow Light for Indoor Plants- 45W Full Spectrum Sunlike Replacement Bulbs Plant Light with Double Switch - 360 Degree Dual Head Flexible Gooseneck Grow Lamps ...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LBQYDCW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9yVFDbQD8EJ62
This is what I found on amazon when I searched for that. It says it’s a 200 watt light and that is equivalent to a 400 watt light. It also has the drivers you mentioned. It’s approx $300 but will it give me the same light coverage/intensity ? https://www.amazon.com/Grow-Spectrum-CF-Intensity-Greenhouse/dp/B06XKW7M92/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1550850990&sr=83&keywords=cree%2Bcxb3590%2BCOB&th=1. I also worry about buying unfamiliar tech from a discount site.
There are lots, the one I bought is here. It costs $200 more than a Viparpectra 600w reflector. For a 4x4 tent ideally I'd want 2 of them.
https://www.amazon.ca/Intensity-Spectrum-Grow-Stronger-Especially/dp/B06XKW7M92/ref=sr_1_2?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1549478962&sr=1-2&keywords=cree+cob
There are lots I'd like to buy, not easy to get in Canada, IMO, and I'm scared of import fees/tariffs or I would have bought from one of the american sites like rapid LED online. https://www.rapidled.com
There's also https://www.horticulturelightinggroup.ca/ but every time I've wanted to buy one they've been out of stock in the sizes I would want. AND I don't want to build my own light I don't get why they always only have kits in stock.
This Marshydro is made for a rectangular tent and would probably give you the coverage you ened.
https://www.amazon.com/MARS-HYDRO-Reflector-Hydroponics-Greenhouse/dp/B00JUI6ARK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539776140&sr=8-1&keywords=mars+hydro+480+reflector
The peppers I've got under a cheap-o UFO fruiting light from Amazon, similar to this: www.amazon.com/KINGBO-LED-Spectrum-Seeding-flowering/dp/B075V3JJQH
It's junky, but I bought a couple when starting because they were cheap. I also have some white lights in there with it to make sure it gets enough light.
The tomato I have under a larger 300W grow light:
www.ebay.com/itm/142683708997
I really like this one, it seems to work well and is much brighter than the other ones.
Beyond that, many of my plants are in windows so they can get more light.
get a bigger tent I wouldn't mess with anything under 120cmx120cmx200cm for 4 plants but for 1 plant 60x60 should work fine. You'd be surprised how big they will grow given enough space even under a shitty light like the one you're planning to use. When you switch to flower they will almost double in height, keep that in mind. I would however suggest a better light that one, it is not pulling 450 watts from the wall probably more like 100 using old epiled tech. expect 10-30 grams with ideal growing conditions/technique & genetics. It might do okay for veg for several small plant for the first few weeks when establishing root system but vegetation and flower is another monster altogether and unless you really don't smoke much it won't be worth the investment or time growing with such a small setup.
What are your goals for your grow? on my first grow running 200 true watts of cheap LED's https://www.amazon.ca/Roleadro-Spectrum-Function-Generation-Flowering/dp/B01I4NY8KW/ref=lp_13525458011_1_3?srs=13525458011&ie=UTF8&qid=1542027678&sr=8-3and later got a proper 65watt cree cob kit https://www.amazon.ca/Intensity-Spectrum-Grow-Stronger-Especially/dp/B06XKW7M92/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1542027726&sr=8-5&keywords=cf+grow
off 2 small plants running in a 90cmx90cm during veg until they got too tall and switched to a 120cmx60cm closet after 92 days (42veg, 50flower) I got a total of 46gram once dry/cured. I also turned down a lot of leaf and small popcorn bud which I made into about 5-6 grams of 70micron grade hash. I might be bias but it was really good stuff grown with bagseed far better than the outdoor bud I got the seed from but I also did a lot of research for 6 months prior to attempting my first grow and spent 100$ on synthetic nutrients and found a good feed schedule employed Low stress and high stress training, supercropping lollypopping defolitation on week 4 of veg and week 3 of flower. If I could do it over I'd run 6 weeks veg and let flower go a little longer to fully ripen and also have a proper tent with a scrog instead of growing in closets.
I've prob spent close to $1000 on my garden now but I will have a perpetual grow and multiple units I can move between separate areas as I see fit. My goal for growing is to get to the point where with 4 plants I don't need to measure grams and just know I got enough to last me until next harvest. I will probably end up running plants a month apart and/or moving them into flower room when they get big enough. I also wouldn't mind running a SOG to find some phenos for next year outdoor, which will be my first year outdoor and ill prob experiment with organics then for now its coco coire and synthetic nutes.
I ended up having more plants than this little light could take care of, so I bought a larger one. But for my first grow light, this was easy and affordable! And it is nice that I could just stick it onto the lip of the bar in my kitchen.
https://www.amazon.com/Sondiko-Upgraded-Timing-Function-Dimmable/dp/B079NZT5T3/ref=mp_s_a_1_19?ie=UTF8&qid=1542110375&sr=8-19&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=grow+light&dpPl=1&dpID=41KYrjsUOXL&ref=plSrch
VIVOSUN 300W LED Grow Light Full Spectrum for Hydroponic Indoor Plants Growing Veg and Flowering https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07843C284/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Z6l7Cb8315N14
Hey dude, whatever works. Like I said the plant in there now wont even be smoked. It was a tester I grew to test nutrient mixtures etc. It was grown in a garbage can under THIS D: with no air at all. I had no idea what I was doing 3 months ago.
I can't remember the brand but it's like this one here. Sure it cost my $40 it's thin and easy to hang
https://www.amazon.com/Toplanet-Spectrum-Growing-Hydroponic-Greenhouse/dp/B07B4C6R6L/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1538868860&sr=8-12&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=led+grow+light
Phlizon Newest 900W LED Plant Grow Light,with Thermometer Humidity Monitor,with Adjustable Rope,Full Spectrum Double Switch Plant Light for Indoor Plants Veg and Flower- 900W(10W LEDs 90Pcs) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07527ZVFG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DO3WBbKF96KCS
There it is sorry about the delay
Two of these full spectrum 1500w cob led grow light
Hi OP! I just ordered a few of these today, have heard good things about them and they have some pretty solid reviews! From what I understand they fit into normal bulb sockets too which is convenient. I’m sorry I can’t comment yet on how well they work, but hopefully this helps!
100W LED Grow Light Bulb - Full Spectrum Lamp for Indoor Plants, Garden, Flowers, Vegetables, Greenhouse & Hydroponic Growing | E27 Base 150 LEDs (AC85-265V) by Haus Bright https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H9W1TSZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6n8JDbXX6FHAD
😣 damn. I bought some new ones on Amazon.
Not sure yet how well they'll work, yet!
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QB is such an overkill for the first few weeks, I'm using a 100W led bulp for the first month or so. Will save you electricity . https://www.amazon.com/100W-LED-Grow-Light-Bulb/dp/B07H9W1TSZ
https://www.amazon.com/EMMMSUN-Timing-Adjustable-Gooseneck-Dimmable/dp/B07PV8DLZZ/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=grow+lights+for+succulents&qid=1570499074&sprefix=grow+lights+for&sr=8-4
Sorry im on mobile and idk how to condense this link
Looking for some input on set up specifically for my lighting plan.
Placed in
VIVOSUN 2-in-1 48”x36”x72” Mylar... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HQMX3S1?
My primary lights for flower
Yueme 1500W LED Grow Light Full... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0794WHD4M
Supplemental lights as well as my veg and seedlings lights.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QFPBQDR?
I'm using the supplemental lights to bring out my seeds and veg. Thought if stringing up the 4 other lights between my plants for extra lights.
Asking my experts in the field should I place the lights around or between my planned 4 plants.
Here are the respective links to the lights I was talking about. although I have no experience with grow lights, so I might be looking at bullshit, you'll have to let me know👍🏼.
COB LED Grow Light Full Spectrum 300W, CF GROW Indoor LED Plant Grow Lamp for Hydroponic Greenhouse Plant All Stage Growth Lighting Replace UFO Growing Lamp, High PAR Output https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XJ9W4GX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_2kYXDbM9GBMWQ
VIVOSUN 300W LED Grow Light Full Spectrum for Hydroponic Indoor Plants Growing Veg and Flowering https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07843C284/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_olYXDb38DK18V
VIPARSPECTRA UL Certified 300W LED Grow Light, with Daisy Chain, Full Spectrum Plant Growing Lights for Indoor Plants Veg and Flower https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B4GQ6MO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ElYXDbPTK09FZ
Phlizon Newest 600W LED Plant Grow Light,with Thermometer Humidity Monitor,with Adjustable Rope,Full Spectrum Double Switch Plant Light for Indoor Plants Veg and Flower- 600W(10W LEDs 60Pcs) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752CL6KJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RlYXDbSE8S0AN
LED Plant Grow Lights, KINGBO 600W High Power Grow Lamp with Optical Lens, Double Chip/Three Chip, 12-Band Full Spectrum Grow Light for Indoor Plants Veg and Flower (Daisy Chain Function) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2TFCMF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0lYXDbEENATZG
I've been looking at this COB from Phlizon: https://www.amazon.com/Phlizon-Spectrum-Growing-Monitor-Adjustable/dp/B07MZ1QHKC/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Phlizon+CREE+Cob+Series+2000W&qid=1573343801&s=lawn-garden&smid=AH440WDUIAWYA&sr=1-4
ASSUMING the reviews are legit, some of the reviews say its identical to the Optic COB lights. Although with that being said, SUPPOSEDLY the QB lights are still the best. However, unless you have a huge budget, you'll have to rely on buying them from Alibaba/China. What scares me about that is slow shipping, and no fast support/returns/replacement compared to if you buy an item that is Fullfilled by Amazon. Out of everything that I've shopped around for when creating my build, the most difficult decision is the lighting because everyone has their own opinions, and the lighting that is supposedly the best of the best is insanely expensive.
VIVOSUN 300W LED Grow Light Full Spectrum for Hydroponic Indoor Plants Growing Veg and Flowering https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07843C284/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tQfUAb9ZGYJ8R
Two of these... https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B06XCGT92X/
I think they will be good for getting seedlings going. I don't have high expectations for these lights. If you remind me in a week or two I can let you know if they are any good.
Long term I am hoping to get lights like what you recommend.
http://www.amazon.com/Reflector48-Reflector96-Reflector144-Reflector192-Switchable/dp/B00JUI6ARK/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VL8FZS1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jdN3DbV570DXN
This light would be perfect for a 2x2, it’s basically a quantum brd, it’s made by a reputable name & it’s actually cheap (it’s on sale right now). I just bought one and I am very happy.
https://www.amazon.com/MARS-HYDRO-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse/dp/B07VL8FZS1/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=mars+hydro&qid=1574005263&sr=8-6
If this works-
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FZTKYXV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_YHHXCb7SKC0SA
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07527ZVFG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
thank you I appreciate the help checking the setup now.
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The rocks is easy, humidity. Plants love humidity and if you put water in the rocks and put trays on the rocks, you have lots of humidity. I would test this with a little water first as it may no longer be waterproof. You may have to put plastic under the rocks to patch it. Industrial garbage bags would work 55 gallon. You don't have to put tons of water in, just enough each day to keep moist.
If you've never started seeds, it isn't the fairytale of planting them and voila blooming plants just appear. You need bottom heat, you can buy pads for that. It would be best to start them elsewhere with the pads as, again, electricity and water don't mix. Once you have seedlings, you can put some water on the rocks and turn on the lights for 16 hours a day. I use 5-1-1 fish emulsion for fertilizing them. I would go on You Tube, if I were you, to see how to start seeds, videos are worth a million words.
ONE more thing, get the electrical in your house inspected. From what I see so far, I am not confident in other projects that may be throughout the house.', im DAD.
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(https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B06XCGT92X)
hooked to a timer
To-Do list:
here's what's currently on sale I'm sure there's will be more but I really wish nutrients would go on a flash sale or deep discount.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LYBGVRG/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1499744521&sr=8-12&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=led+grow+lights
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQPCAKX/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I like these the best. There are 3 heads, and you can adjust the brightness. It also has a simple timer (for 4, 8 or 12 hours). My Triostar unfurls 2-3 new leafs every week since I purchased the lights.
I also have these lights. Since I transferred my other plants from the sill to the bookshelf, they do not have any sunlight at all now (the bookshelf is in a dark corner of the room), so I decided to have the imitation of sun for them. I've never have a full-spectrum grow light before, but so far my plants like it.
I also have two of this light. It is probably a previous generation already, since I bought it more a year ago. It doesn't have such bright light, so now I use it for propagation and to supplement the natural light my plants get, sitting 2 feet away from the window.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0794WHD4M?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Currently under a 45W LED light with aluminum foil around it to increase reflectivity, however before it was under just a tiny LED, hence the stretching (no longer doing so). However now it appears to be suffering from a potassium deficiency and slow growth. I am using PH perfect nutrients 3 part in coir and perlite. Not sure how to treat any deficiencies with these nutrients as they are all supposed to be used together at once. Once it grows another set of leaves I plan on putting it under a 1000W HPS. Perhaps also important is that I am doing 24hr lighting as I have just discovered my light timer is broken (will buy one tomorrow to commence 18/6). Any help/instructions would be very much appreciated. Thank you!
The light: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B06XCGT92X/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CQB7LYK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
These are 6-week progress shots. I used this cactus fertilizer and installed this indoor light, since I'm in a new apartment with very little natural light and I was tired of killing plants over the winter.
It is clear that most are growing - but they don't seem to be growing... healthily? They seem etiolated, and I'm wondering how that could be. The light is on 100% for 8hrs/day. Previously they were in indirect low light with about 4 hours of direct afternoon sun.
How should I adjust their care? I want them to be full and lush, which is why I bought the light - to avoid them getting lanky and pale this winter.
It'll still work OP. My last grow consisted of two LED lights. One pulling 100W and the other a bit more like this one in terms of wattage. 2 autos and 6.7 ounces of bud from 'crap' lights. If you look at my latest post though I finished that grow under a QB. Those plants only got 30 days with a QB and the difference is amazing. Here is my very first "grow light": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LYBGVRG/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Given I was mad with power and knowledge I figured I would 'up' my light game by getting a second one! Someone hold me back! Still no clue how I got 17 grams off 4 plants! From there I still went on to to make more poor lighting choices.
Winter just hit and I brought it indoors. I got a light off of Amazon hoping to help it during these cold, dark indoor times.
The two other than the spider plant are Swedish Ivy and Old Fashioned Swedish Ivy (I think). They are much lighter in color compared to photos online so I am pretty worried they aren't doing well. The Wandering Jew is more brown than green so I am even more worried that there is something more that I need to be doing.
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keep me updated on how it works im strongly considering using 2 of these + another 200w later in flower as recommended by treefarmercharlie https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0794WHD4M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&th=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H9W1TSZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 This works great when supplemented with CFL light or other LED, My planty is doing great. Hope your plants a girl.
They're these guys: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FZTKYXV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
An absolute steal. As you can see, they're super pink. I'm sure our neighbors are wonder what exactly we're growing at this point! The orchids are going bonkers now! I have nothing but good things to say about these lights. They're incredibly lightweight. I did zip ties on the wire shelves and the included contact strips for the walls. You can rig multiple lights together, or do individual lights. The price was pretty much perfect. I ordered two boxes (12 lights total) and still have two lights left (looking for the right spot).
After some searching on amazon, I went with this one: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B4C6R6L/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm thinking of trying it with some succulents and some others that wouldnt kill me if they got a little burnt. See my grow light experiences tend toward fresh water plants and algae (because lets face it, have tank will algae lol). I've never had to use a grow light.
I completely understand the moisture issue! I usually stick with more forgiving plants like peppers and most tomato plants. Also I put a sun shade over mine to block a good majority of the direct sun. You should also consider starting your plants mid to late winter. I try to start new plants at either the beginning of our "winters" here so that it has time to establish itself before the inhospitable season hits.
Idk the roleadro chips, why not get one that uses crees and a meanwell driver if you want cobs?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XKW7M92/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oP-VzbZTRBY9J
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VL8FZS1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OfcRDbSC05MN4
Don't get those led lights. They have way too much blue light for flowering cannabis. I'd suggest 3 or 4 600w Mars panels for your tent if you wanna go the cheap route. Also you could use two Mars 96 https://www.amazon.com/MarsHdyro-Reflector96-Certificate-Hydroponic-Greenhouse/dp/B00JUI6ARK
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PV8DLZZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
These cups have holes in the bottom, I had a really low effort hydro set up as I dont smoke often and kind of threw this together for fun. Ive since moved them to the windows, my house doesnt get a lot of sun unfortunately. One I moved to another side of the house seems to be doing better. I used to miracle grow liquid plant food out of a pump bottle a few times. The roots never got anywhere long enough to get in the water, really a first time grower, didn't do enough research I guess.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07MZ1QHKC?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image
Here's a light that will really deliver the most bang for your buck. It will cover a 4'x4'4 area at a hanging height of 18".