Best plant growing light bulbs according to redditors

I've always thought it was pretty junky... I've wanted to get lights to put on the tops of the shelves, so they're directly above the plants and maybe find a new shelf. But these have worked out since November of last year! I started using really cheap LED lights from Walmart, highest wattage equivalency with the highest color spectrum(usually 5000k).

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I now use these:

• Top Row, Left, Directly on Succulent Nursery
  
• Top Row, Middle and Right, It keeps a String Of Pearls happy AF.
  
• All white middle and bottom lights are these.
  
• The only pink light.
  
  The pink light is ok, it keeps the unicorn planter happy, a picture is in that gallery up there, it has lots of pastels. But I personally wouldn't have purchased it. It was a gift. I was *really* impressed with the cree lights, especially the 100watt equiv. light, as my string of pearls has gone absolutely insane!
  
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  Edited to add: This is the lamp I use...

Filter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005KMETHS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_N39fybPBJK5ZG

Exhaust Fan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005KMOJPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_z49fyb4P1CRJ1

Intake Fans: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009OXMZ3Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_j59fybSC6H4BM

LED:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_f69fyb5RCSWEH

Bucket Adapter for PC Fans:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/HighTech3D?ref=pr_shop_more


The rest were miscellaneous things I picked up at home depot. The links above are the main parts.

Grow lights are expensive and intimidating and can be uglayyy!! I didn’t want all my plants shoved in a corner under some shop lights so I got this Sansi bulb and put it in a cute lamp and foliage plants have been thriving

For my succulents I use philips 100W CFL bulbs, make sure they are 1600 lumens and 6500K!

The buckets I used are 20l (5gal) buckets, which I glued milar sheets to the inside and duct tape to the outside.

For lighting I bought a cheap Ufo light off amazon with "150 W" (something like this.

The exhaust is done by an inline duct fan (240 m^3 /min or 4 cfpm) that I fixed to a carbon fliter with duct tape. The duct fan is probably far too strong for my build, but this way I don't have to worry about a fan to circulate air inside the bucket with an additional fan. My fan is similar to this and my filter to this.

I opted for a passive intake for my build, just making holes twice the area in sum as the exhaust and made them lightproof.

Additionally Im thinking about making a second spacer and adding some side lights this week. Hope this helps :)

I’ve only ever grown with artificial lights (unique living situation) so here’s some I can personally vouch for and recommend.

Sansi bulbs. I have the 24W model (fits in any standard desk lamp) and the 15W lights. These have special lenses that focus the beam very strongly in one spot, like a spotlight so it can be raised pretty high and cover a large-ish area. Don’t underestimate these, I put a plant too close to center and it turned jet black in 2 days. He bounced back just fine but these are definitely strong.

Strip lights. I’ve since upgraded my Sansi’s to these with a dedicated shelf. These aren’t as strong, I talked to a user on r/Succulents that reported haw etiolation 9 inches away from the light. However, once she lowered it to 5 inches they said they get amazing stress coloration. To put it in perspective, they said they had a Black Prince that’s always been green but has since gone black like the plant’s supposed to be.
As a bonus, here are the shelves I use, they are exactly the same dimensions as the lights.

Both are very capable depending on your needs.

Edit 11/26/19: Sooo, the strip lights have shot up to $200 for some reason. When I linked them, they were only $49. It’s either a stock issue or the new price, not sure.

Heres a link to the planters:

BangQiao 3.90 Inch Plastic Flower... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KZ5IGYG?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

And heres a link to the lightbulb if you want:

SANSI LED Full Cycle Grow Light,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCVWFUE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I was actually just researching this week on all of this. There are very many studies. I've thought about all of these questions as I started to implement them into my routine.

1.) Looks to me that the optimal is 660nm. To answer the question about deep tissue/skin, know that red light at 660nm can penetrate sometimes up to 5mm into the skin, all depending on the intensity of the light and the distance to the skin. Infrared/near infrared can penetrate more, but at least from my research, 660nm is best for stimulating the mitochondria and thus the rejuvenation of the cells. Since red light can still penetrate so deeply, and since a pure infrared/near infrared bulb is so difficult to come by and expensive, I chose to go with a very intense 660nm bulb. I really do that this will be beneficial to the foreskin, since the rays will penetrate that deep; I'm not trying to grow my penis.

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2.) The length of application depends on distance of the light and the intensity. I read over a few studies. There was fastest cell growth was around 6.5 joules of exposure, but slumped off at 6.8 joules of exposure. The specific bulb I bought was a 660nm LED 25W bulb, which gave off 95mW/cm\^2 a second (0.095J/sec) at a distance of 2 in. That means at a distance of 2 in, you would get the upper threshold of effectiveness at 68 seconds with 2 inches, but I figured to put more space than 2 inches so the rays can cover the whole penis, so I do maybe 3-4 inches away for 2 minutes to the cells can become fully saturated. After about 6.8 joules, the benefits really fall off or are not as effective as a high intensity for a low burst of time. So I do 2 minutes of light on the top, and 2 minutes of light on the bottom. This is what is optimal.

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3.) And frequency? Another study showed the red light treatments to be more effective for cell repair and growth with 2 treatments a day instead of 1 treatment a day, so I do 1 treatment as soon as I wake up to "charge" my cells for a day of restoring, and then 1 again before bed, to "charge" my cells for repairs.

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4.) The use of applications with red can greatly alter the results. Can work together to intensify the effect/absorption, or lead to the opposite. I have not read any studies on what different creams do to alter the absorptions of red light.

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5.) The most effective light with the most intensity is this one:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071Z12H67/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Use LED instead of laser or those terrible halogen ones, as laser can be damaging instead of healing, and halogen does not actually emit the proper wavelengths in a cohesive frequency.

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I literally just started this this week. So I will post an update in a few months to let people know if it worked/didn't work. Another guy on this sub does red light and has for months in combination with direct air and manual. He has a very different approach than I. Hopefully he will post some answers too.

I was confused by etiolation at first. I looks like vigorous growth at first.

This bulb has done wonders for my light needy plants (I don't work for them, just a fan of their product)

I was the same way. I had no idea which to get, so I bought the blue/red light bars and they didn’t do anything for my plants. I ended up going with a full spectrum LED. My plants are thriving now.


SANSI 24W LED Plant Light Bulb... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BRKT56T?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

SANSI 15W LED Grow Light Bulb,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KXBY2YH?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Those lights are honestly more novelty than anything else, the third one is the least-bad of the 3 but it's kind of a waste to spend $27 on four 5W bulbs that also need fixtures when a 130W panel with the same purple LEDs costs $70.

Even these ~30W panels would be a better value than any of those, though I wouldn't recommend them either:
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01F53LP46

Easy answer: Purchase a daylight 42 watt CFL bulb for bigger/more plants or a 23 watt CFL if you're growing smaller/less plants. The standard bulb you have wastes a lot of energy (money) on creating heat.

Complex answer: If you are trying to grow plants that flower, you need both red and blue light. Red for the flowers to grow and blue for the vegetation/leaves. You'll want to purchase an LED grow light bulb that emits both forms of light. These are the most energy efficient bulbs converting nearly everything into useable light for the plant. The only downside is they emit an ugly purple color and it can be unsightly in the home when it's on.

You'll need more light. If it claims "35 watts" then it's really closer to 1/3rd of that and 10-12 watts won't cut it.

I just ordered a "100 watt version" of these lights for safety and lighting level evaluation for $22 that will be here Thursday. If the specs are accurate, which I doubt but will test myself, then this may be the minimum needed for a five gallon bucket.

I also just bought the following to test for bucket use:

https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse-Succulent/dp/B01NCVWFUE

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ABTZ4GY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Doesn't make much sense tbh. You can buy a roleadro UFO for the same cost as these materials and get twice the wattage without having to buy a bunch of materials and construct a gizmo.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00RWYCRB2/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1_1_1?smid=A2L94QV6P0R9ON&psc=1

On the aquarium I got a Fugeray Planted+ cliplight and on the terrestrial plants I'm using a growlight

The cheapest solution I can think of is to use a full spectrum SANSI grow light bulb and put it in a floor up lamp

example of floor lamp with glass shade

Just remember you want a lamp with a glass shade and not plastic as these LED's aren't really meant for this type of application so you don't want any heat/plastic issues. This means spending a little more on a lamp because plastic shade uplights are usually cheaper.

I use these Sansi bulbs for my plants in the wintertime. They are bright and the full spectrum light gives off a nice sunlight kind of feel to them which helps during the dreary winter months.

Grab one of the lamps and see if you like the light. You can always send it back.

Here's a close up of the plant! It doesn't look fuzzy in the middle though.

As far as sunlight goes - I live in the Pacific NW so we don't get much sunshine/light, especially during the winter months. I have them in my room right now and actually got this light for it. I have a timer that leaves it on for about 5 hours a day, do you think it'll be a problem for that darker plant?

Thanks for all your help!!

Hello! As another succ-loving college student, I invested in a couple of grow lights for my friends. I have this one and this one on roughly 9-10 plants. No etiolation, stress coloring, and they don't get hot to the touch (slightly warm, but that is to be expected).

I leave them on anywhere from 12-16 hours a day and my plants love them! The're a very vivid purple, fair warning. Alternatively, there is the grow light/winter thread that might be helpful to you. =)

here’s the fanny pack! I’ll also add that pretty much everything I own is chartreuse. It’s my jam.

And yes! I have two types of grow lights for my plants.

This onemy plants seem to really love just for the coverage it allows.

And I have two of these on another cabinet that do all right but aren’t as powerful. I like them because they have clips and are usb powered so I can save space on plugs with a dual port brick.

Started germinating seeds Feb. 24th using two 45W LED grow lights and some plastic pots. I encapsulated half of a Costco garage storage shelf and mounted the lights to a 1x6 for easy height adjustment. The plants sit on two seedling heat mats and lights run 16 hours/day. Here is a list and picture of Group C at one week.

Yes it is. I got it off amazon for $14 last year, and it can fit a standard bulb socket.

I use a few different ones: first is a Root farm LED which gives me AMAZING results. https://www.amazon.com/Root-Farm-10101-10135-1-All-Purpose-Light/dp/B074SG33M2 - they’re pretty pricey so I also have this one that’s more affordable and it’s been doing amazing too!! ACKE LED Panel Grow Light, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076B1W99T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_S8VwCbH2S70VS

I am looking to buy this growlight for 6 of my succulents. Will this be enough?

You have a lot of VERY tolerant plants. All of the snake plants, the rubber plant, prayer plant, and ZZ are fine where they are. Like the other commenter said, put the fig right at the window.

Don't get a lamp until some of the plants start proving that they need it. If you do need one, go with this bulb in a basic clamp light setup. This can be kind of an eyesore though.

If you could post a picture of the whole plant and describe the potting medium, estimated hours of direct and indirect sunlight, and your watering schedule, it would be really helpful for making constructive recommendations for this guy.

The usual base line requirements for these guys are lots of light, temperatures above 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and well draining potting soil. All three of these factors are indicative of these plants being native to Sub-Saharan Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Enough sun means as much as you can give them, appropriate temperature means not letting the plant stay below 50 degrees for an extended period, and well-draining soil means adding amendments like perlite, pumice, or other small stone like bits. All of these factors combine to allow the plant to get enough but never too much water. Following these general guidelines will keep them from waffling in and out of dormancy (or worse, dying from either frost or root rot), and once you get a feel for what your plant needs, you'll both have a good time. Everybody has their own interpretation of these guidelines, and after a while, you'll be able to gauge the individual needs of your adenium by sight, touch, and other intuitive means.

Personally, I keep my adeniums in full sun for several hours a day from March until the end of October. I can get a way with this because I live in Florida. But, since we do get a handful of light frosts during the winter, I keep them in a makeshift greenhouse with growlights until the weather seems to have completely turned. My potting mix is a combination of humus, coco coir, pumices, and a variety of other bits of mineral substrate. Because my mix is mostly mineral, I fertilize using a product called dyna grow, using about half the regular dose every time I water, which is about once every 10 days. This works for me because of the climate here gets really hot in the summer, and despite being humid, the soil drys out pretty quickly. Like I said above, you'll get a feel for what works best in your environment, and for me, I usually let my plants decide when they need water by gently squeezing the caudex. If it is firm, I hold off on giving them water, and once it has a little give to it, I completely drench the pot.

To embark on your goal of making your adenium "bushier", you'll need to aggressively prune these two long branches down to the desired height. There are several helpful online guides for doing this without too much stress. Pruning will promote the growth of multiple new branches, and will cause caudex enlargement to speed up moderately. Owing to the fact that you're in zone 4b, I'd wait until late spring to do the pruning. After pruning, ease up on watering for about a week or two, and put it outside on days when the temp gets into the 60's. Be careful not to put the plant in direct sunlight for too long until it has adjusted to direct sunlight. To ease into this, start by leaving it somewhere with bright, indirect sunlight, and slowly move it into full sun for longer and longer periods each day. Since it probably won't get warm enough to set this guy outside full time until around June in your area, I'd suggest bringing it inside at night until summer really kicks off and the threat of chilly nights subsides. Alternatively, and what I personally would do in your climate, is buy a decent, but relatively inexpensive, grow light. I have have a lot of success with this light .

Be warned, adeniums are extremely dramatic plants, and often drop all their leaves for what may seem, to you, to be only slight disturbances. Such events include, temperature change, repotting, and sometimes for no reason at all. Don't panic, these are extremely resilient plants that, in a few years (maybe even less) will reward you with some of the most beautiful blossoms you've ever seen.

You're getting started on a really exciting relationship with this little guy, and I wish you the best of luck. If this leads you to the addiction most of us here suffer from, you'll soon want more plants. I have a ton of seedlings going right now, and if you decide you want to raise one, I'd gladly send one your way.

Here are some led options from Amazon that i use and like. These are white/sun-like instead of the ubiquitous blue/purple lights.

--This one's a panel-- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T28YHTY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

--This one's a gooseneck-- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FM4X64W?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

--A bulb i haven't tried but plan to buy next-- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4p93Db3D0KKDZ

An Amazon search for led grow lights will turn up tons of great options. Read the reviews and go from there. Good luck!

This is the one I have at my desk

You can plug it in to USB or the wall, and it has a timer. I have it clamped on to one of my monitor stands right now.

http://www.amazon.com/iPower-GLCLTB6-Cool-Reflector-Add-On/dp/B00BDGHI82/ref=sr_1_1?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1372473626&sr=1-1&keywords=ipower+cool+tube

tldr: 26.5 x 12 x 6 inches ; 6.6 pounds

This $40 ufo worked wonders for me
Make sure you get a high speed exhaust fan for ventilation and a low speed intake fan to stimulate trunk development
Use smart pots to hold the soil and plant - you should start in a small pot and graduate up to larger ones, but you can also just pop your seed into the big one. Be sure not to overwater.
Amazon brand power strip for 4 dollars

Buckets and reflective tape from Home Depot

First, be sure to check the specs of your lights. They should be around 6000K (6500K is an ideal color temp) and draw ~30 Watts of power. Also aim for like 2000+ lumens. If your bulbs aren’t close to these specs then getting another light may not help much; you’d be better off just replacing them with something that meets these specs.
Here’s an Amazon listing for a 5-pack of bulbs that sounds really good
VIVOSUN Grow Lamps 5 Packs 4FT/46IN 6500K T5 Fluorescent Grow Light Bulbs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01731MM90/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_L0Y.zb6BP2H3Y

That is exactly what I have. 48" T5 6500k fluorescents. The brand I use is Sunblasters with the reflector.

And I just use those cheap vivosun bulbs from amazon.... these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01731MM90/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_6exJDbGHB722K

Mine absolutely love the 6500k light color.

45W LED Grow Light, UNIFUN New Light Plant Bulbs Plant Growing Bulb for Hydroponic Aquatic Indoor Plants https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F53LP46/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9CbxDbE6MEX57
This is the one I use cuz I'm a cheapskate. Full spectrum is a lot better for actual viewing/ photography tho. I think it's about 6 inches from the plants and on for about 12-14 hours. I would check out the overwinter megathread under the about tab for r/succulents for grow light into tho. They are way more helpful :)

I don't think any LED would do and unfortunately the ones I ordered a year ago are no longer available. But I bet you get better bang for your buck now.

I'd be happy to offer a couple humble suggestions if you can answer a couple questions.

Are you fine with the light being purple, or would you rather have white light shining on them? I went with red/blue LEDs but now I kind of wish I had gone with fluorescent lighting to better enjoy my plant's natural beauty.

I'm thinking about expanding my grow area and I'm seriously considering going with fluorescent and putting my "prize" plants there and using the LEDs for cultivation.


TL;DR- You can compare something like this to this

First is $19 and could probably do the job for a couple plants. Second is on sale for $29 and could probably do 3-4 times the area but I'm bad at math.

I don't necesarilly recommend those models specifically, but with the links others have provided and these examples that should give you something of an idea of where to start comparing.

I am using this one. And this is what my set up looks like right now.

South facing windows don't provide even light, you need to rotate the tree to keep them from leaning too heavily. This means they don't get as much light as if they were outside. This means health will be compromised over time.

Grow lights of sufficient power are not ridiculously cheap. I have this one and this one. The first I use for seedlings as it isn't powerful enough to provide enough light to developed tree. The second I use seasonally if it gets too cold as I don't have room for a greenhouse.

You may be able to find cheaper used equipment, especially older stuff like CCFLs and MH/HPS. But those have a whole host of problems from heat management to spectrum and intensity issues.

Depending on where you keep the light, you may also need to worry about temperature and humidity. I use a small grow tent to help control both temp and humidity, but this also adds additional expense.

All this, just to mimic conditions that are generally readily available outside.

> Never said it was just as viable either but to deny like everyone preaches in this sub, it is what then?

You originally said

> you will come across many people who have grown years or decades indoor. It's an elitist opinion that it can only be outdoor.

This presents a view of indoor and outdoor as a choice of little consequence. aka they are equally viable.

> Moreover, stop referencing horticulturists unless you can quote one chiming in on the topic of bonsai, else that's just talk.

fine, here's a bonsai professional with a degree in horticulture:

> So there are clients that have found situations where they’re capable of cultivating these indoors, but it’s an extremely challenging thing to do. We also end up potentially designing the space in which their trees are held.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01F53LP46?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

I have a 24W LED grow light with red/blue wavelengths that I bought from Amazon (see link here). Since my plants are babies, I keep it about 18 inches above them and leave it on for 12 hrs a day. It is big, gaudy, bright and purple, so not the most aesthetically pleasing, but seems to be getting the job done.

[The original 2' T5 fixture] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0006856EQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_1RrFAbKNAEJ2M) I bought. I still use the green frame but it took some extra work to get it to support the weight of my new light.

My current 8 bulb light Not cheap but zero regrets. It's amazing.

Two pack clamp fixture - better deal than if you buy them individually.

Four pack of red/blue LED bulbs

I have some grow light questions (I know, sorry!) and I've already gone through the overwinter thread as well as a bunch of threads going back a year or so.

I live in an apartment with east facing windows and have about ~50 succulents (mostly 4'') sitting on a table. They get about 5 hours or so of direct light, then indirect light for the rest of the day. They're doing alright, but I want them to thrive and get back their stress coloring.

If I kept them on the table, I definitely want a clamp light. I'm also open to getting a shelf. Ideally, my budget for the lights would be about $30 to have enough to cover those ~50 plants. I'm considering these bulbs or these bulbs for 2 clamp lamps on opposite sides of the table. Would either of those work? Open to any tried and true recommendations as well!

I would suggest you give it a try and see if those t5s cut it, especially if you've tried LED's. The good LED's are expensive, but can really boost growth. The lumen loss on the maples may be too much for the height, but look like they would do well on the juniper. If the plants are struggling you may try to add some vertical lighting on the sides. Cheapest option may be some porcelain bulb holders in a wood vanity style box held vertically on the sides. The 150w/100w led grow bulbs up the sides could provide an adequate amount of extra light.
t5 grow lights are 5,000 lumens

These LED bulbs are 10,000 lumens each.
https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse-Succulent/dp/B01NCVWFUE/ref=sr_1_197?keywords=150w+led+grow+light&qid=1564356874&s=gateway&sr=8-197

Extremely interested. I am preparing for my first winter here in colorado.

I am looking at the following

• 15W led bulb
  
• 40W led bulb
  
• strip led

Succulents require too much light. I suggest peace lily, snake plant, pothos, or ZZ plant. They’re low light plants, easy, hardy, low maintenance (water every 2-3 weeks), and good looking. Then for around $15 you can get a grow light bulb and set up closely to the plant (If you don’t want those purple or pink grow lights in the office, there’re LED grow lights that mimic bright and warm sunlight, or fluorescent bulb/tube that has cooler tone). 8-12 hours of grow light is enough. You can turn it on when you get to work and turn off when you go home.

SANSI LED Full Cycle Grow Light, 15w Full Spectrum Ceramic LED Light Bulb, Hydroponics, Indoor Farming, Greenhouses https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCVWFUE?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I use this grow light for my tiny windowless bathroom. All my plants there are happy with lots of new growth.

It’s 660nm. Here’s the same light I’m using: https://www.amazon.com/ABI-Booster-Flowering-Spectrum-Enhancement/dp/B071Z12H67/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=2Q616ELQK8SVV&keywords=abi+red+light&qid=1556932514&s=gateway&sprefix=abi+red+&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

bulb: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071Z12H67 ABI 25W Deep Red 660nm LED Light Bulb Bloom Booster for Flowering, Fruting, and Grow Spectrum Enhancement

fixture: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072N2TBMN/ KINGBO 18W LED Aquarium Light Bulb Par 38 E27 for Coral Reef Fish Saltwater Freshwater Tank Plant Growth Place 12inch Gooseneck Holder with LED Aquarium Grow Bulb Together

You wouldn’t need to print the whole lid. Just a module that would sit on a cutout. I currently use something like that for my main light

I made a bracket that goes around and tightens with a zip tie, and has a lip to hold it in place.

I use this mix: https://www.amazon.com/Quarts-Bonsai-Succulent-Cactus-Gritty/dp/B0194E9RW4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524862302&sr=8-1&keywords=bonzai+jack

It is pricey, so I mix a little cactus/succulent soil into it(just the regular bagged kind that's cheap) to make it last.

Using this grow light 16 hours a day(it also goes over a few other plants): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074SG33M2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You can probably find a better value grow light honestly. The reason I got it was because my husband was tired of the pink lights in our living room, and I didn't want to deal with getting too into other types of setups. This one is unobtrusive and pleasing to the eye.

Well you obviously need those too, but for the plants...https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Daylight-Spectrum-Sunlight-Greenhouse/dp/B07BRKG7X1/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=sansi+led+plant+light&qid=1564662754&s=gateway&sr=8-3

I also deal with SAD and the lights in my apartment play a huge role how I manage it during the winter.

For plants, look for bulbs that are between 4000-6000K. Kelvin (K) measures color temperature (how warm or cool a light color is). Daylight is roughly between 4500K-6500K.

You'll also want to pay attention to the lumens (lm). Lumens measures how bright/intense a light is. Look for something between 2000lm-4000lm. Lumens is measured closest to the bulb and the intensity of the light reduces drastically the further a plant is from the light source. Higher light plants will prefer being directly under the bulb while lower light plants can be further way (like 2-3ft away :p).

I've been using these. I saw in the reviews that people are successfully using these lights with cacti and succulents. They've been working well for my plants (monstera, cat palm, pilea, scindapsus, sanseverias, etc.) and I love how bright my plant corner is.

I bought this one from amazon.

SANSI 40W Daylight LED Plant Light Bulb Full Spectrum Ceramic LED Grow Light Blub, E26 Plant Bulb Sunlight White Grow Light for Indoor Garden Farming Greenhouse Grow Walls, UV&IR, 90-132V

https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Daylight-Spectrum-Ceramic-Vegetative/dp/B07BRKG7X1/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1549175051&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=sansi+led+bulb&dpPl=1&dpID=415mBFZJf-L&ref=plSrch

I'm using this lamp cord with this grow light and these smart outlets for my monstera. Granted its a new addition so I dont have time to say if it works but I dont see why it wont. I have it around 2-3 feet above its upper most leaves and fashioned a shade out of black paper my wife had (its VERY bright). The outlets let me set a timer or turn it on and off remotely for whatever reason.

Here it is just prior to harvest, showing the 3 buttercrunch plants, the lamp, and the 3 romaine ports covered with foil. I may have re-positioned the lamp a bit because I was trying to move things around in there, but that is how close it was. There is another light off to the right over my carrot "crop."

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Here it is in early April (first pic).

Buttercrunch on the right, Romaine on the left (I rotated the tote at some point). Color a bit washed out due to lamps. The little lettuce plant off to the right in dirt was sprouted the same day as the others and was watered with same nutes, just plainly not growing as fast as those in hydro. I still have it and it is still pretty sad.

Romaines were harvested twice before they started giving up. I removed them, covered up those 3 holes and let the buttercrunch have the whole thing for the last few weeks.

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Here is the tote.

Hope that covers everything!

Sorry, 24w, here's Amazon link
SANSI 24W LED Plant Light Bulb Full Spectrum LED Grow Light Plant Lights for Indoor Plants, E26 Grow Light https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BRKT56T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_dCvxDbJZ2G661

I have these light bulbs that are white and are full spectrum. I have it in a pretty hanging plug in pendant. SANSI 30W LED Plant Light Bulb Full... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BRKT56T?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I have the above bulb but my Thai Constellation seems to respond better to the Sanis, I am starting to see new growth after switching to it. https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse-Houseplants/dp/B07BRKT56T/ref=pd_nav_hcs_rp_1/144-0843245-2944213?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07BRKT56T&pd_rd_r=5fce0d48-7daf-40c0-ab93-eadf4cb347e1&pd_rd_w=TherE&pd_rd_wg=wU4ur&pf_rd_p=daa7e66b-818b-4621-80ba-2a91681cf840&pf_rd_r=M7ZA62YV2A52J9Z63P3Q&psc=1&refRID=M7ZA62YV2A52J9Z63P3Q

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BRKT56T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_lSIXDbWQMJH71


This should handle the job. Just need a clamping portable light socket unit. One without a reflector. Start out a couple feet away and if it looks like you need to move it closer, do it in increments. I don't have any plants like you, I just like looking at what's all about them. I use
300 watt bulbs on echeveria's which are light hogs.

Oh I've got you covered!

I made a detailed comment a few months ago summarizing and reviewing all the LED grow lights I have used - many of which are white and won't mess with your decor (I too don't like the prospect of living in a Disco).

To summarize the post in case it is TLDR, here are my two favorite white-colored grow lights. Both of which I think could work well in your space.

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Here is my favorite bulb type light

And here is my favorite goose-neck style lamp(It could work well for your plants on the shelf)

Check out Sansi lights:

Sansi-Amazon

The link is to their 15W light which is fine for a little extra boost. I have 15, 30, and 40 watt bulbs and they all work amazingly. My plants love them and its finally brought out the variegation in my marble queen pothos.

You'll notice that higher than 15W is a considerably bigger bulb so you will need to take that into account when buying a lamp for them. The reasons i like Sansi:

• Full spectrum so it won't turn your room into a night club
  
• Heatsink on the bulb works VERY well so it can sit in a desk lamp above your plant with 0 risk of burning the leaves with heat.
  
• LED so the cost is upfront in purchasing. It will use less power than some other non-LED lights
  
  Downsides:
  
  
• The larger bulbs will like stick out a little from a normal-size desk lamp, meaning you can see the bulb from the side if you look at it. I would recommend a lamp with a shade where the bulb points down, or you can DIY a small shade extension onto the lamp to hide it.
  
• Made in china if that matters to you

I have mine 6” below this growlight for 16 hours a day.

Yes! They pretty much all fit any lamp that could feasibly fit a flood light, so most desk lamps will do the trick. I use IKEA Ranarp lamps because aesthetic and they aren’t too expensive and come in different sizes and colors. I also troll Facebook Marketplace for vintage lamps of a similar style, because again, aesthetic

As far as bulbs go, I’ve been using the standard GE grow lights that you can get just about anywhere that sells lightbulbs (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QxujDb0276PFA). They’re a little too pink hued for my liking even though they claim to be full spectrum, so I’m trying out a Phillips bulb (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JBPYBNS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_bzujDbNBYPPT9), but I just got it so I can’t attest to whether or not it’s worth the extra ~$10. So far it looks way brighter and way whiter (no color hue that I can tell), so I’ve got it on a croton that hasn’t had new growth for a while so I think that will be a fair test, lol.

I hope this helps!

Thanks! This is the light I’m using.


GE Lighting 93101230 9-Watt BR30 LED Grow Light Bulb for Indoor Plants, Balanced Full Spectrum https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Yi2LDb7YVX9YM

I’ve only had my office garden for about 3 weeks (I have a bunch at home but this is my first work garden). So these plants are all straight from the grower.

At 8ft high, the light would do very little to help the plants achieve growth. Try to get a smaller lamp, preferably with a scissor arm and buy one of these. I have a 2' bird of paradise in my bedroom that has eastern facing windows and use that to supplement it later in the day when there isn't enough natural sunlight. Hope this helps.

Thanks so much! It's these ones: GE Lighting 93101230 9-Watt BR30 LED Grow Light Bulb for Indoor Plants, Balanced Full Spectrum https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_t3ELDbT351RM8
It looks like they are sold out at the moment but I got mine from Target at the same price (:

They have a more powerful one called PAR38, but the ones I got are already pretty bright so I think they are best so smaller spaces. Although it is worth mentioning that I got three of the BR30's because I put them in my existing fixture in the bathroom (:

The one on the right is this GE bulb which is super heavy and expensive-ish but it’s doing its job. I have like ten of these ones that are cheaper for the rest of my apartment.

Going to second this! I grow my monstera exclusively with grow lights and it currently has 6 new leafs coming in.

I use this one because it can go in any lamp but there's many options
https://www.amazon.com/GE-Lighting-93101230-Horticultural-Balanced/dp/B07NN6SVG6

I’m using this one!

Grow Light Plant Lights for... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PYFTHMW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

So far it’s been great- plus you’re able to set it for red/blue/full spectrum light, and it has dimming/timer options.

That one is on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PYFTHMW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MnHQDbCFA5NSS

Here you go! https://www.amazon.com/Light-Lights-Indoor-Plants-Spectrum/dp/B07PYFTHMW?ref_=ast_bbp_dp

Here's the link: Grow Light Plant Lights for Indoor Plants LED Lamp Bulbs Full Spectrum https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PYFTHMW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_r6CRDbBFGF3PM

You can always supplement with full spectrum white grow CFL lightbulbs, I have a couple and plants love them especially my props and seedlings. I got them on amazon

I just purchased this pack of 4 CFL bulbs for $20! I was looking into LEDs, but I needed multiple bulbs and LEDs are a bit more expensive. They can be used in regular lamps and has pretty good reviews on amazon!

i checked it's an ipower not apollo i have, i did find an ipower cool tube version. https://www.amazon.com/iPower-GLCLTB6-Littlesun-Reflector-Hydroponics/dp/B00BDGHI82/

buying the cooltube would be much cheaper than buying an led, i'll have to research how much it helps with heat.

Last watering was 2 days ago, soil is dry now. Was holding off just in case it was over watered. Current temp is 79F w/ 35% humidity. It's hard to get it to go past that humidity.


Had it about 6" away from 138W Roleadro and it was doing great. Dropped it down to about 10" away after drooping.

I’ve been using this light. Thanks! It’s been a fun lil journey so far

Just for vegging? These two are enough for 1 or 2 2.5oz plants.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWYCRB2/

https://www.amazon.com/Roleadro-Generation-Spectrum-Indoor-Greenhouse/dp/B06XMQ99Q8/.

By the time you buy two sets of bulbs and a fixture, you could get something like this for about the same price:
Roleadro UFO 138W LED Grow Light for Home Grower https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6k8pzbMNB837P

Got 40 bucks?

https://www.amazon.com/Roleadro-138W-Grow-Light-Grower/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482617180&sr=8-1&keywords=LED+light+UFO

I had a look on Amazon.com and the "Amazon choice" one at $49.99 would be sufficient for 1 plant in enclosed conditions like a spacebucket.

https://www.amazon.com/Rolledro-Lights-Indoor-Spectrum-Hydroponics/dp/B00RWYCRB2

Then you will want to get a 5630 led strip for side lighting. Like this:

https://www.amazon.com/LEDMO-Flexible-Daylight-Waterproof-brightness/dp/B01339G2F6

Although I wouud recommend searching on Amazon for "5630 led strip" and looking for one that is both waterproof, adhesive backed and has a usb connector for easy installation. The one I linked is just the LED strip on its own.

Maybe two or even three of these:
https://www.amazon.com/Roleadro-138W-Grow-Light-Grower/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=sr_1_49?ie=UTF8&qid=1479628021&sr=8-49&keywords=led+grow+light

at 55 true watts times 2 (or 3), you'd get decent coverage without blasting your plant with too much light.

This is the LED that I used: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RWYCRB2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Using a UFO LED is pretty great for a spacebucket since it fits well in the cover, and they're not too expensive. I would use this with the blackout guide that is stickied.

I am using a 138w UFO in my first grow. The plants are doing nice, I am sure more watt would be good but it suits its purpose of being a cheap intro.

UFO

Strip Light


I would say this intensity is suitable for seedling. The strip lights are between 0.1 inch and 5 inches from the leaves and the UFO is about 7 inches from the canopy right now and its fine.

I will be buying stuff for a second bucket and refining my technique and I will opt for a brighter UFO, thinking whether I should reorder the LED strip or not though as it seems like its good.

This is the one I got: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CE7CTGY?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I have two of the larger tray style lights for my larger cacti and a handful of these clip ons for the smaller ones.

Hey thanks for the advice! I might just keep it outside. I did some research and found out I'm in a 6a Zone. I may just keep it outside while it's warm. Also what do you think of this for a grow light?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CE7CTGY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_-yvazbZV4TF0F

I don’t think so: I had a pothos under a weak/small grow light [like this](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CE7CTGY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_R-iKBbSKB75PR
) and it burned. The bulb was a good 12” away too.

You could try, maybe a weak cfl would be better, just pay close attention. Good luck!

This is the exact model

I had bought it previously for a desk plant that wasn't getting enough light

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01CE7CTGY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1509917442&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=Aceple+led+grow&dpPl=1&dpID=41r10ZQILXL&ref=plSrch

This is what I have been using - https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CE7CTGY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/UNIFUN-Growing-Hydroponic-Aquatic-Indoor/dp/B01F53LP46/ref=sr_1_9?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1511118706&sr=1-9&keywords=led+grow+light

I just bought two of those after having the 15w version for a while now. The 15 watt one is enough for most of my plants but it doesnt quite bring out the nice colors of most of them and my e. prolifica is still etiolating like crazy. The 45watt one will be enough though I think.

What you really want to ask is how many Watts per square meter (or square foot). If your garden bed is large, you'll need more light. And light that doesn't hit the garden doesn't count.

Something like this covers about 4'x4' with pretty good brightness. With all the LEDs pointing at the plants, this will be far more effective than a LED grow bulb in a typical household lighting fixture.

Does the fact that it's 18 months old count for anything? I'm getting contradictory advise

Edit: I also have it under a 45 watt grow light

I got this one from Amazon.

45W LED Grow Light, UNIFUN New Light Plant Bulbs Plant Growing Bulb for Hydroponic Aquatic Indoor Plants https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F53LP46/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_1davzb63SSH7P

Mi se par o companie de încredere și cu potențial de creștere.

On an unrelated note, ce părere aveți de produsul acesta?

45W LED Grow Light, UNIFUN New Light Plant Bulbs Plant Growing Bulb for Hydroponic Aquatic Indoor Plants https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F53LP46/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_cptODbQHDE0JB

I used some of these for an indoor setup with good success. Like u/LilPineapple69 said, maybe you could use a few in your greenhouse.

I just ordered a QB 260 Watt set up, replacing some really junky lights. I'm at the end of my first grow so im excited for the major upgrade :D my grow space is smaller than yours.

Old lights https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01F53LP46?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd

The updated pic looks like an elephant bush (portulacaria afra), but IDK the other plant. They both seem to have very rich soil (not good for succulent plants), and I would recommend mixing in perlite to help with drainage. They also could use some more light. Grow lights are pretty cheap on amazon (I got these on amazon, 4 for $26 usd.), and will supplement the plants with the light they need. You should also get the 'leafy' one out of that glass ASAP. Succulents need pots with drainage holes, and soil that allows water to drain out of it easily. Water-retaining soils will cause rot pretty quick, and can cause overwatering easily. I recommend checking out the sidebar for more tips. I hope this helps!

I have one of these in the lamp https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01L74WDPW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s03?ie=UTF8&th=1 and it seems to be helping! I have a Monstera Adansonii sitting to the right of that deliciosa, and it puts out a new leaf every week even though we have had a few weeks of rain. Before I got these lights, I was using a 5000k LED bulb (100 watt), and it seemed to be helpful as well, but I couldn't find the 6500k version in stores so I just went with the blue and red ones it seems most people use when I "upgraded" my bulbs.

Fan: I want to implement a fan but don't know how. I need a solution that is close to quiet and also low on energie consumption..

Links: sure but only if you promise me to post a picture or send me a pm. I'm curious!

https://www.ikea.com/de/de/p/socker-gewaechshaus-weiss-drinnen-draussen-70186603/

https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse-Succulent/dp/B01NCVWFUE/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=sansi+grow+light+15w&qid=1563368891&s=gateway&sprefix=sansi+grow+light&sr=8-3

I heard sansi did an update to the 15 w lamp design. If you want to know the difference, a guy tested them:

https://youtu.be/XhUWM8biOLA

I have a similar light to the one you are looking at. Seems like a good light and LEDs are quite nice on the power consumption front. I would caution getting that light however if you are going to have the tank in an area where you will be hanging out, like your living room or such. That light, like mine, does give of a rather purple light and it can make the room feel a bit off.

A florescent or White LED strip light may be a good option for your setup. Right now I am looking to try something like your setup and I've been looking at these lights.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCVWFUE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xU0DAbKZ45395

Hope that helps and good luck! :)

This light is the light that is a light ! . If your plant is in a place with little to no sunlight. Or you would like to put it somewhere like that. I recommend using a grow light to keep it growing well

The one I used is https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse-Succulent/dp/B01NCVWFUE

I prefer led because it doesn't use much electricity . Also don't like red and blue it looks crazy. Haha

I've been lighting my 20H walstad tank with two strips of 5630 Leds for almost 3 years. I've had Amazon swords, Ludwigia Repens, Anacharis, Anubias in there that do really well, but I tried some lower growing stuff like S. Repens and dwarf hairgrass and it didn't really take. I don't have a light meter, but I suspet the PAR at the substrate is too low for them. I was thinking a third strip, or like two of these led grow lights in clamp-on gooseneck lamps would be about right for carpeting. I think both of these solutions would fit your budget.


https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse-Succulent/dp/B01NCVWFUE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1537455114&sr=8-3&keywords=sansi+led+15w

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I'm using a Sansi 15W LED Grow light in a reflector.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NCVWFUE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05__o00_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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My plants love it, I've trimmed quite a bit of plants and put them into other tanks.

I'm using this one and just got a simple cord attachment for it. I prop it on my bathroom counter, probably about 6" or 7" away from me and set my phone timer for 15 minutes. I just read or browse reddit until the timer goes off.

No problem. Mine are very similar to this one. Every room is different but they got the spots that were lacking light. I downloaded a lux meter app to see the dark spots.

https://www.amazon.com/Growstar-Spectrum-Seeding-Growing-Flowering/dp/B07312WKX2/ref=mp_s_a_1_15?keywords=ufo+led+lights&qid=1563586459&s=gateway&sr=8-15

The urchin keeps the sump pretty "clean" I have a mangrove and cheato ...some hair algea but nothing major that is out of control.

The light
UFO Led Grow Light, Growstar 150W Full Spectrum Plant Light with High Par Value Cree COB and Switch for Indoor Plants Bloom Flowering and Growing https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07312WKX2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FUPRCb4TMB2JA

5 gallon buckets and a 150w ufo led https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07312WKX2?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

What you are interested in is red light, not infrared. Infrared light has a longer wavelength than red light and is invisible to the naked eye. For an article explaining the effect of red light on wound healing, see this paper.

As far as I know, no one has scientifically proven that red light therapy accelerates foreskin restoration specifically. However, papers such as the one linked above suggest that it might be beneficial. Personally, I believe that it does help at least slightly, and that this small benefit is worth the time and money investment required. Ultimately you will have to make that judgment yourself.

I use this light. This light is simply a bulb. You must use a clamp lamp or socket with it so that you can turn it on and/or mount it . I purchased this clamp lamp, which allows me to easily mount the right light to my desk for hands-free sessions.

I do a 10 minute session twice per day, one in the morning after waking up and one before bed. I divide each session into four parts of 2.5 minutes each during which I irradiate the the dorsal, ventral, left, and right side of my penis. I keep my testicles covered by my boxers during the entire session so that the light only hits my foreskin. I remember reading somewhere that red light might have an impact on the testicles, and I see no reason to take the risk when covering them is so easy.

Hope that helps !

I'm tempted to try this. As far as I can tell there are no human studies, but the rat studies look promising. The lights specifically marketed towards this cost up to almost 1000$ though. Do you think something like this would be safe and effective?

By UV light I mean sunlight And on days I don't have opportunity to get a lot of sun I use a lamp.

I think sunlight is vastly more important than artificial lamp. Anyway, here is the lamp I use...I point it directly at my nut sack

660nm deep red grow light

Not with an LED grow lamp. They run nice and cool and do not take up too much energy. I run mine for about 15 hours a day. I'm using this one I purchased on Amazon: Root Farm 10101-10135-1... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074SG33M2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Yeah! Also holy crap I went to get the link for you and it’s on sale—$30 off! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074SG33M2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SVVEDbX2CZJA5

The three headed lights (above the large avocado tree): https://www.amazon.com/Lovebay-Flexible-Gooseneck-Hydroponics-Greenhouse/dp/B076ZNGS35/ref=sr_1_19?ie=UTF8&qid=1549670293&sr=8-19&keywords=led+grow+light+15w

The single lights (above the small avocado tree): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CVKWZH3?pf_rd_p=c2945051-950f-485c-b4df-15aac5223b10&pf_rd_r=GV6SFC2759F2HK27WF72

The panel (affixed to the shelf above the lemon trees): https://www.amazon.com/Root-Farm-10101-10135-1-All-Purpose-Light/dp/B074SG33M2/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1549670323&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=root+farm&psc=1

I also have a clamp lamp that I put together from the hardware store. The clamp on that is weak. The weight of the lamp is being held up by a hook on my ceiling that I've run the clamp lamp's cord to. The clamps on the LED lights, however, are very strong. Those guys aren't moving anywhere.

Thank you! Yes, I have a light kind of like this one that I put my favorite (Vega) under and the rest sit in the windowsill. They still don't grow nearly as well as they do in the summer, but it's better than nothing!

I have been growing a bunch of different plants at my cubicle desk at work - which means nowhere near enough sunlight even for a spider plant - and that includes quite a few cottonwood seedlings who are all doing very well.

I use an LED grow light at home and and the office desk that does a lot for plants.

>Bulb: https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Daylight-Spectrum-Sunlight-Greenhouse/dp/B07BRKG7X1/
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>Lamp: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HX2EVPS/

It is a full spectrum light that is in the same range as natural sunlight. It has been perfect for me, every plant I have put under it has started putting out new growth almost right away and bends toward it just like they do with the sun. (Which is how I am getting interesting curves in my seedlings.)

You do need to keep the lamp about 16 to 18 inches from the plant to get the full amount of light for it though, but it will not put off any amount of heat worth worrying about.

If anyone would like to chime in, this is the grow light I’ve been using.

It gets full morning sun for about three-four hours and then I move it into a spare room and it stays under that.

For a very wide palm, I'd use 2 grow lights, each angled at it from above. However, if you hang a strong enough light up to 24" directly above, it should still benefit. The lower fronds would naturally receive dappled light anyway. I'd monitor it for etiolation, then maybe decide if I want 2 lights instead.

It's true that the bulbs must be quite close to the plants. 24" is as far as I would go. LED lights can be a bit farther away than fluorescent. I use 40 watt LED grow lights to supplement sunlight. Even my plants that sit over 24" away appear to benefit. The closest plants grow the best, though. My lights are in a clamp light and a normal lamp.

I use this one, as I prefer white light:

https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Daylight-Spectrum-Sunlight-Greenhouse/dp/B07BRKG7X1/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=31BY0GSV495O8&keywords=sansi+grow+light&qid=1556076681&s=gateway&sprefix=sansi+grow&sr=8-3

Edited to add: light reflection makes a huge difference. A silver or white reflector would reduce wasted light. My clamp light reflects the light with its aluminum shade. My lamp has a white shade interior.

These are the grow lights, I don't think I can post another photo into a reddit post - but I may just not know how. These days the plants are entirely inside, in my garage, with no natural lights.

>https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07BRKG7X1/ref=psdcmw\_14252951\_t2\_B07KXBY2YH

Thanks! This might be what I've been looking for! I have a few lamps without shades, so this may work. Thank You!

I diluted the fertilizer quite a bit, and used a quarter scoop for 24 oz of water. I found this grow light in another Reddit thread after I had some major problems with my old ones.

This started as a cutting from a larger plant that I let root in water before I planted it, if that helps!

For large scale, shelving grow light set ups, I like the Durolux Led https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079GJ11ZC/ref=pe_2640190_232748420_TE_item but an LED bulb like this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BRKT56T/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 with an aluminum clamp lamp reflector is nice and adjustable for smaller (and cheaper!) setups.

You can also do yourselves a favor by picking varieties that tolerate low-light light like Crassula, Haworthia, and Gasteria: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/indoor-succulents/

Such a sweet idea. Good luck!

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Sansi makes the best grow lights, they’re LEDs so they use very little power, don’t generate a lot of heat, and can be used in any fixture standard fixture. You can get them in 10W, 15W, 24W, 30W, 40W and so on, they even make some huge square ones, I use a 70W for a tree I’m overwintering.

SANSI 24W LED Plant Light Bulb Full Spectrum LED Grow Light Plant Lights for Indoor Plants, E26 Grow Light Bulb for Hydroponics Greenhouse Houseplants Vegetable Tobacco, Sunlight White UV IR https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BRKT56T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gF1YDb3D1WME8

Absolutely, I think it would really do some good for them! I recently got my grow lights for my winter / fall set-up and they've been working wonders. I've gotten 2 happy blooms in response and tons of compact growth and sun stress.

I've been using these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07RTVD1HJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 They're bright white like natural light and very strong and effective. They can be pretty close to your plants and not scorch them, and produce a moderately warm heat (it never gets to be too much from being on 16 hours) which I've found helps protect them from getting too cold since I keep my apartment kind of chilly!

I've also seen a cheaper option, used as a single lamp bulb by a reddit user in r/haworthia here. It's a lower price point and I nearly got it for a starter grow light. If you're wary of spending too much, I'd recommend this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BRKT56T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4VprDbKA7T01X they've said a lot of good things about it!

I use a 30W SANSI Grow Light for my succulents and a 15W bulb for tropical plants on a different shelf. They fit into a standard lamp socket. The light is very bright and white, which I prefer. It was pricey but my plants are doing a lot better since I started using these bulbs a month ago.

Sure, I got the 24W. Sansi also sells them via their website. You should figure out your requirements before buying, they have a variety of wattages.

I would go for a daylight LED plant light that focuses the light downwards. Still might have to be closer to the plants than what your existing light fixture is located though.

Maybe something like this one?

https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Houseplants-Commercial-Hydroponic-Horticulture/dp/B07KXBY2YH/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=sansi+grow+light+15w&qid=1566911876&s=gateway&sr=8-3

So I bought this strip for my office at work, it's been there for a little over a week now. Plants seem to be happy. The red & blue can be hard to made to look intentional though, but if you do it right it can look nice. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DK6M6X6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

And then this bulb I put in the lamp on my desk, and the philodendron sitting under it is thriving. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

What I haven't been able to find is like a set of string lights much like the G40s you have there, but made for plant growth. I'm wondering if I should patent the idea lol

you know ... i have the same problem, although i don't like the typical red purple ones. checking a youtuber (summer rayne) i fell in love with the GE ones.

https://www.amazon.com/GE-Lighting-93101230-Balanced-Spectrum/dp/B07NN6SVG6/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=general+electric+growing+light&qid=1569920167&s=gateway&sr=8-2

https://www.amazon.com/Light-Lights-Indoor-Plants-Spectrum/dp/B07PYFTHMW/ref=zg_bs_14252951_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=H03AYC09B5E0JFTDW3KN

Hi! I use these two products:

LED Grow Light for Indoor Plant,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C68N7PC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share


Grow Light Plant Lights for... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PYFTHMW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

You totally don’t need to use both of them, the first one would be good enough. I bought these two for different uses but ended up using both of them at the same time. I leave them on for at least 12 hours a day.

I went with this one.

Hoping it works!

That's amazing on such little light. I'm running an experiment with an auto near my window, but supplementing with this guy

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PYFTHMW/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_-m9SDb1WA43RG

First of all, any light will sort of work.

But you get a significant effect only if the bulb produces a wide spectrum of light, something that approximates sunlight. Look for "full-spectrum" or "6400K" bulbs; these are bulbs that produce a very wide spectrum of light. These 13W CFL bulbs ($23 for 4-pack, or $5.75 per bulb). CFL (compact fluorescent) bulbs last for years, but you can also look for LED, which should last even longer. Both CFL and LED have the benefit that they don't hot, so that you can put them close to plants without burning them.

The next level up is a dedicated LED grow light, which concentrates the light in the range that plants like for photosynthesis, including infrared. Galaxyhydro ($77) is a well-respected manufacturer. These light boxes are generally designed to hang from the ceiling; they typically have heat vents that need to stay uncovered.

I bought this place from Lowe's and it looked fantastic. The leaves were not so droopy and there were a lot more. The other day it wasn't looking so good, yellow/dead leaves. So I thought I'd go ahead and repot it. I've repotted it and gave it a few sprits of water and it still hasn't gotten any better after a few days. It's actually looking worse than when I repotted.

What am I doing wrong? How can I save this poor plant? I'm afraid of watering it too much. I have it between two windows where some sunlight comes through some kind of blackout curtains (they're not fully blackout curtains, just block a lot of sunlight.

Should I water it and put it under this light for a day? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AKKUZ7I?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I have a larger echeveria that is much happier under the full spectrum light. I can see new growth, and for now it is as healthy as it was in full sun. Only time will tell, but so far these seem to be the best indoor solution!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AKKUZ7I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_j2fMBbY0WRHQP

The link address of my item of choice: cfl's for my new grow

The reasoning behind my want for these bulbs are: 1.) im expiermenting with indoor growing of plants. 2.) I lost my job and cannot purchase these on my own 3.) They are energy efficient, which make you a contributor to a greener earth 4.) They are just nice lol 5.) Simply because I'd really like to have them
My version of a cfl, lmao... pretty darn close hahaha, even added the different spectrums of light

Hmm, I don't think that's the kind of bulb you want.

CFL stands for compact fluorescent light, which basically means it's those long fluorescent tubes (office or shop lights) made into a smaller bulb.

Something like this might work better: http://amzn.com/B00AKKUZ7I
I'm no expert though!

Cheap CoolTubes use cheap materials. You could make that work for you, and buy a small CoolTube but cut off the bottom half of each wing. Sounds like you really only want this thing to keep light from going up, not so much directing it down (with a 7' spread to try and cover).

The metal halide or hps where you vent air through. https://www.amazon.com/iPower-Inch-Cool-Reflector-Light/dp/B00BDGHI82

Your setup looks pretty good. I was wondering what zone you are growing in, or if you want to share your general geographical area? My climate is very dry and as soon as the vents kick on all of my humidity vanishes. I've concluded that I need to isolate a flow of air to only cool the lights, but I'm using Quantum board LEDs so they don't really rig up to existing inline fan housing for lights but if you are growing with HID, you can get your system into something like this where you can cool the bulb only and let your humidity from your machine remain unaffected.

What do you think?

Hes talking about the hood for your bulb is it sealed and attached to your exhaust? I would recommend something like this if you dont.

Edit: First hood I linked would have been too big for his tent.

https://www.amazon.com/ABelle-ZCplus-Lights-Waterproof-Spectrum/dp/B01NAC7ZOC

https://www.amazon.com/Rolledro-Lights-Indoor-Spectrum-Hydroponics/dp/B00RWYCRB2

Check this out: Roleadro UFO 138W LED Grow Light for Home Grower Roleadro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdo_nw7aAbRD7T7RC

I got 1.17oz from this and 5050 leds.

I'm thinking about using 2x138 watt
UFO lights for some help on the plants it won't cover. Here they are

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_A1p0xbP59VX81

I use this high quality, organic soil that you only have to add tap water to (no nutes or pH - this is NOT the case with all soils, however).

You could literally just throw some of that in a pot in a closet, then hang a light like this from the clothing bar that you would normally put hangers and whatnot on and just add water whenever the soil gets dry.

You should get some high quality bud from that setup for pretty cheap. Wont yield much with only that light, but you can add another light on the next grow or when you have more $$$.

Is this something that would be more appropriate? It seems to be on sale for a pretty good price and it's about 4 times the advertised wattage of my current lamp

You'd be much better off with one of these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_k01RAbFQG9WXE or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07312WKX2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_E01RAbJSA85FE

Depending on how close they'll be to the plant both are the cheapest to the most efficient par

Ok, here is my build list minus a couple things that I bought locally.

Century 24 Hour Plug-in Mechanical Timer Grounded https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MVFF59S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_e3IZi2JQyzkoT

ON Smart Solution Household Power Strip-4 Multi Outlets with 4 USB Ports-15.5W Universal (100V~240V) Charging Station-600J Surge Protector Power Bar-6 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EWSU32U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_ZxNnKD3WD1MXo

Roleadro UFO 138W LED Grow Light for Home Grower https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_gk82nAf13MTzV

AC Infinity MULTIFAN S5, Quiet Dual 80mm USB Fan for Receiver DVR Playstation Xbox Computer Cabinet Cooling https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IJ2J2K0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_SCXe7KPU8uBsq

Plus a roll of black duct tape, roll of reflective ducting tape, and a 3 gallon smart pot

Edit: Oh yeah, and 4 Ace Hardware 5 gallon buckets

Is this the US versiosn https://www.amazon.com/Roleadro-138W-Grow-Light-Grower/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1479131185&sr=8-3-fkmr0&keywords=Roleadro+%C2%AE+UFO+Led+Plant+Lamp+138w+%2846++3w%29+with+IR+UV+Ray+for+houseplant+growth+greenhouse+light ?

These seedlings are probably five weeks in and they have slowly begun to start pointing their leaves up and have begun to yellow. Now they are starting to drop leaves. I thought that maybe I was watering them too much so I have backed off for the past week, but it doesn't seem to be helping.

Anyone have any idea what I did to screw these up? And is there any saving them at this point?

The currently have a this 138W light which is 8-10 inches away from the plant.

Just discovered the Space Bucket method for growing and I'm super excited to try it out.



I'd really appreciate it if someone can answer me this; I'm planning to grow around 3 plants. Can they all be put in the same pot inside the bucket? Also, what's the LED wattage required for such a small crop?


Would these lights work: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RWYCRB2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=spacbuck-20&linkId=a1a9a1b958abb9ee0dee2e5e7a9dc31f&th=1

Oh do you mean like this?
VIVOSUN 4FT 54W 6500K T5 HO Fluorescent Tubes Cool White Grow Light Bulbs Pack of 5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01731MM90/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Vxz8BbM8N1XBE

I am late in the game for grow lights. I have read just about every thread on grow lights and I just want to make sure that this setup will be okay.

• My succulents will be on 2 metal wire shelves that is 4’ long (the basic shelves from Home Depot).
  
• I read that you can buy a T8 fixture and then buy an adapter to change it to fit T5 bulbs.
  
  I’m thinking of buying 4 of these (2 on each shelf) fixtures: Shop Fixture
  
  And these T5 HO bulbs: Vivosun Bulbs
  
  Would this work for my 2 metal shelves?
  
  Or .... go with these and put 4 on each shelf? Barrina T5 LEDs
  

I just got these on Amazon -
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01731MM90/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Back in January whenever I only had an Aloe Vera, I bought this little light from Amazon and it’s held up really well. I’ve got these moonstones and 6 others under it! I’m definitely going to have to upgrade for winter.

The big one is about the size of a quarter (~2.5cm) in diameter, and the smaller guys are about the size of a dime (~2cm).

If they're already etiolated, I was thinking I should get this desk grow light to keep them happy. I am assuming the ones on the right are growing slower since they're right next to each other, but not sure if they're too young to separate :) Feedback would be amazing!

It looks to be only affecting my jalapeno, cayenne and crosses of the two.

The light was probably 1-2 feet away, maybe they got burned?

I have noticed that the soil is taking forever to dry. I'm suspecting my light source is an issue?

I have the light on from 6am to 10pm, fan running, 2 of 3 flaps open. Room temp is 68F, no idea of the inside temp of the tent.

Using this LED light and this fan

A week ago I shaved the top of the soil, it was dark, hard and just not drying out. That's when I added a fan to the equation.

Am I right in thinking it's the light? I am thinking of grabbing this one

So I'm no expert but I'm pretty sure that's your issue. Something more like this should help.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.amazon.com/UNIFUN-Growing-Hydroponic-Aquatic-Indoor/dp/B01F53LP46&ved=2ahUKEwjB46yk2PbjAhUDYKwKHYwkDc4QFjAAegQIAhAB&usg=AOvVaw29-UTKrimvXmqkoMoM_IJm

Although I would recommend something even stronger depending on your $$$

I know those LED panels. Theyre garbage. And seeing how high theyre hung they cant be doing too much. Guess that's why he has some side panels (looks like the one on the right fell over?)

Also, that weed looks shriveled and tiny. Whatever is going on in there, dude needs serious help. Shits gonna start a fire. RIP your house.

https://www.amazon.com/UNIFUN-Growing-Hydroponic-Aquatic-Indoor/dp/B01F53LP46/ref=sr_1_11?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1511074403&sr=1-11&keywords=led+grow+light

thanks for your help !!!! I'm almost convinced to get Fluorescent... It looks like T8 fixtures are cheaper than t5. There is one for $18.48 but then then the bulbs only come in a two pack.. if I buy a set of warm white and a set of cool white then that would be about $20, at $10 per double pack. So if I have just one 2 bulb fixture and 4 lights, i may as well get another fixture so I don't have any leftover lights. So - 2 fixtures and 2 packs of lights it comes to about $57.

Now these LED ones I found are not as strong as the 300W ones, and seems that people use them for house plants. They are about $30 for one But there was another seller offering 2 for $55.

My only concern is judging from the grammar errors on the amazon listing, these LED seem to be from foreign manufacturers and they don't say anywhere on the page if they are UL listed like the Florescent lamps are - so I have to assume these lamps are not and reviews say they get hot so I really don't want one of these to burn my house down.

So, knowing they're both the same cost what would you do??? Florescent or LED? Or can I just get 1 pack of full spectrum bulbs and one florescent light?

I have this one

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0778Z8M5H/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And this one

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KMW7RYM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The LED light is a much more attractive spectrum, the HPS is quite yellow. No way the LED is actually producing 1800 watts but i suspected that going in. Growing banana, avocado, jackfruit, mandevilla, succulents, lemon, pitaya and some others in a dedicated room. Room had been set up for over 2 weeks, new growth on everything. 18 on, all lights on single timer. You can buy the ratcheting carabiner cords for very cheap. One caveat about any light that is going to actually produce healthy growth is that if it is above your eye level you will not like it. Mine is not set up for aesthetics but to keep my plants thriving through the winter in zone 6. Last year I really struggled along with shitty cheap lights and lost a few plants. We have some huge windows but deep eaves and they just aren't adequate. Entering the plant room is like walking into a blast furnace for the eyes because my plants are so tall.

There are some really shit lights so make sure you're reading the reviews. If people are growing weed with them you're generally good to go. Last year I bought a cheap purple panel led and some spot lights and they were shit. They are also hideously ugly, they make the foliage appear brown. Edit- this is the one I bought last year. I would not buy any this weak again

https://www.amazon.com/UNIFUN-Growing-Hydroponic-Aquatic-Indoor/dp/B01F53LP46/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1538295568&sr=8-11&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=led+plant+grow+lights&dpPl=1&dpID=41-UTvLz0CL&ref=plSrch

They may be good for starting seedlings or for lower light houseplants but to keep outdoor full sun plants thriving indoors they were total failure.

https://www.amazon.com/UNIFUN-Growing-Hydroponic-Aquatic-Indoor/dp/B01F53LP46/ref=mp_s_a_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1535832383&sr=8-13&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=45w+unifun

Think that’s the light that’s hanging in the middle, then 4 9inch reflector clamps in the corners with “100w Led Bulbs” - GreatValue brand- that only pull 14w each from the wall.

So 56+45 =101? That was my basic workout of it in the beginning, or something close to it. Think I have wrong spectrums for flowering with the reflectors, no nutrients to boost them (do have foxfarm coming), and I’m aware middle light isn’t strong enough for several plants, but it’s doing pretty good on the one far as I can tell, there is a second in the room it’s just further behind/bigger/different strain/not getting enough spectrum from reflect lights so not flowering normally.

What a world to live in :-)

Haha - here is some additional information.

1. It's a 45 W LED Light - https://www.amazon.com/UNIFUN-Growing-Hydroponic-Aquatic-Indoor/dp/B01F53LP46/
   
2. Window faces south gets half days worth of direct sunlight
   
3. It's a bush tomato plant (Bush Boy)
   
4. It's standard miracle grow potting soil
   
5. Using miracle grow plant food - mixed into water once a week
   
6. Watering every other day, when top of soil is dry-ish
   
7. Yes, there is a hole at the bottom of the container but it has never drained.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F53LP46/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_s2W8Bb1Q1Y1HJ

I've seen on Amazon, as I did some light searching, these LED grow bulb setups. 45W grid of LEDS that are used for growing, at least from seed, indoors. I know you've recommended the flourescent tubes but what's your opinion on these? If it's similar to what you are saying where they keep growing all winter I could see it being a fair replacement to the tubes.

I only used the basement as an example as I do not have a garage and the only south face window which would get enough light exposure is right above a heating element which I have read could interfere with the plants. It also happens to be my dog's watch post, therefore I think the basement would be the best compromise. I will look into setting up the shop lights or perhaps if you are able to recommend, that LED setup.

So.. as I was looking at more I came across these. They have great reviews, seems like I can get 3 of these and that should cover all of it. Would that work? Sorry for these noob ass questions.. just wanna be sure with a second or third opinion
new led light

I use LED grow lights personally. I have a bout 3 of these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0748D2SMB/ and 2 of these https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F53LP46 in a different spot.

What about using grow lights. But more importantly this plan depends on having a small population. I'd imagine 1-2 million max.

This is the light, I have two, one for each plant. Theyre a little shitty but quite cheap so was perfect to start off. Looking at getting a 1000w led panel to replace these two.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F53LP46/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_vTxZzbHSJBS09

I have a few of these for my plants while they stay inside for the winter. My key limes and custard apple all have new leaves and started to bloom.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F53LP46/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01F53LP46/ref=ya_aw_oh_bia_dp?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Looks like 45W

ditch that strip and go with these

thisor this would be good lights for not too much. Or you could go bigger still.

I have mine currently on my laundry room shelf with an LED light. Ha. Nice setup. I don't have any reflective insulation right now since I will be moving mine outside soon. But next year I plan on it. Would you say it's cheaper to do that or just get a tent?

Anyone curious, this the LED and hooks I have:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F53LP46

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0098R0600

I'm using an LED lamp array with a florescent tube. The space I have is small also, but I made it work.

A picture of my setup: under the stairs!
http://imgur.com/K3wpAoZ


The grow light:
Swiftrans LED Grow Light Bulb, 24w Plant Grow Light with Full Spectrum for Indoor Plants Greenhouse and Hydroponic Growing https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GFWK69Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dQcCybKVW4JMA

Swiftrans LED Grow Light... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GFWK69Q?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

This is the single bulb I bought off of amazon. It's full spectrum and does a good job for the succulents I have.

While I'm blessed with sunny southern exposure, I put my citrus plants under lights during the winter because they throw a fit and drop most of their leaves in protest otherwise. I've tried a couple of types of lights, but the link below are the brightest so far. I'm sure there are much better solutions out there.

crazy bright bulbs

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Hyper-Tough-4-Ft-Led-Shop-Light-5000-Lm/345205251?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=4553&adid=22222222228159345064&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=269391442218&wl4=aud-566049426705:pla-511913588157&wl5=9023179&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=345205251&veh=sem

I used 4 gallon storage totes with Maxi Grow formula and I just mix it according to instructions, on the low to middle end. I currently am using 2 shop lights for about 7 strawberry plants that have a soul purpose of making runners currently. Lights runs about 14 hours a day with fan on same timer. My basement is about 74 degrees farenheit when the lights are on and that's working fine. When my lettuce is ready they will get moved from a tray with rock wool to the storage totes, under one shop light about 8 inches above them. I also have used a simple LED with my cilantro with no problem at all. One bulb about 2 inches above as the plant grows. But it is too weak for lettuce. Link is here:

Esbaybulbs [Pack of 4] Full Spectrum E26 LED Grow Light Bulb, 28W Grow Plant Light for Hydroponics Greenhouse Organic Indoor Plants https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L74WDPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8hrkDbVMMRM3H

From what this sub has to say (comment replies in this post included) I'm looking at 50w per square foot of what I'm assuming is canopy.

Pretty easy math there when the majority of cheapo LED bulbs are 15w each.

I am curious about the LED grow bulbs on Amazon. They have them for about $20 for a 4 pack of 28w "Full Spectrum" lights.

Link: https://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-Lights-Hydroponics-Greenhouse-Organic/dp/B01L74WDPW/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=LED+grow+bulb&qid=1558646859&s=gateway&sr=8-8

Thoughts?

I just grabbed these and they work fine. They fit into most standard lamps (I got adapters to fit them into some wall mounted sconce lights from Ikea), and I set mine on a timer so I don't have to think about them. You can also get similar colored all-in-one (lights/fixture/timer) lamps on Amazon too. I just chose the bulbs for a more customizable aesthetic.

Hello all! I've been wanting to get one (or a few) succulents for my desk at work but I'm a noob and have lots of questions. While I've tried to do my own research, it's always easier for me to learn by speaking with others, so I look forward to hearing from more experienced members.

Sorry this is a bit long, I want to have a good new home prepared for my future plants. :)

Info about space (with lighting question)

Desk in an office with artificial light. Close to a north-facing window but due to cubicle walls, my desk does not receive much (if any) light from the outdoors.

Due to this, I am willing to provide extra light, but due to the office environment, it will need to be white light vs. the more colorful grow lights I've seen. As I'd also like to keep the light situation looking attractive, I was thinking maybe a bulb in a lamp would work. Would something like this lamp work with this bulb? That bulb also comes in a 10W and 24W.

The area I am thinking about placing these plants also has a built-in overhead desk light that is about 1 foot above the desk, sort of a tubular looking light so it would be over a larger area, but I don't have any other information about it. However, I can keep it turned on, as well for even more light.

If the options I've linked above will not work, is there another type of bulb I should be looking at?

For "soil," I was going to get the Bonsai Jack gritty mixture for convenience. Is it okay to put a top dressing on this mix, or will it interfere in some way with watering?

Plant questions

If possible, I am looking for one or two succulents that are primarily pink. I would also like a black succulent. Are there any options that would work with my situation? Preferably, if I can get 3 succulents, I'd like two pink and one black, so I'd like them to look cute together and be able to thrive with the same mix and lighting conditions. I don't plan on putting them in the same pot, so I am willing to adjust watering / fertilizing habits for each plant's needs.

Thank you to anyone who has read this!

So this is crazy, but it sounds like you have almost the exact same setup I do. Is it this grow light (15 watt, white?)?: https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse-Succulent/dp/B01NCVWFUE

I have mine 13 inches above my plant, 16h a day, it has been doing great. If you just got it recently, give it a few weeks to recover l, they have very sensitive roots. If the leaves a very green you could try acclimating it by starting with the light a couple inches higher and bringing it down gradually.

Edit: And for what it's worth I've had mine for a little under a year now, and it just started putting out its first mature pitchers in January. I did experience a signifiacant die back due to applying pesticides and transporting it. At one point I was sure it had kicked the bucket, but new growth eventually popped up and saved it. If it is dying, many reputable sellers will try their best to help you out so soon after shipping.

Also check it for mealybugs

I watched this video
Someone took the time to test multiple lighting setups

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHWf4Hfi3hA

I purchased 2 of these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NCVWFUE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have a long drain pipe setup so this did not work for coverage for me.

I see low cost led setups in flashlights etc have gotten brighter /better and many of the ropelight setups are available on ebay etc.
I'm interested to see what you come up with as I want to do something as well.

That's awesome. I'd never heard of this until a few days ago and now I'm seeing it everywhere. I'm curious to read what results guys have with it.

I ordered mine tonight from here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071Z12H67/. It's described as "25W / 660nm" and cost $34.95 USD. This particular Amazon listing has been referenced in a couple of other reddit threads so I went with that one because I didn't feel like I knew enough about the nuances to price hunt. It should be here on Monday.

Based upon what I've read -- and I've done a lot of reading over the past two months -- an adult plant would need at least four of those, plus side lighting, to get a decent yield.

The thing to look for is true wattage, which is usually around 1/2 to 2/3 the advertised wattage. In the item description -- which can't be found at your link, or amazon, look for wattage associated with "draw", "input", or "consumption". That would be indicative of the true wattage (*and even then, could be wrong).

I'm getting ready to grow a single autoflower, too, and was deliberating between two or three of these ...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XRNTW46/

... but came across these this morning. The smaller one is reported as drawing 75w, and the larger is shown on YouTube pulling 208 watts through a Kill a Watt meter.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07312WKX2/

As babyface said, make this grow worth your time.

This isn't the exact model I have, but actually looks a little better than mine.
https://www.amazon.com/Growstar-Spectrum-Switch-Flowering-Growing/dp/B07312WKX2

150 watt LEDs, 18/6 on/off. These to be exact lol

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07312WKX2?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

I emailed the producers of this lamp that I have: https://www.amazon.ca/HIGROW-Flowering-Fruiting-Spectrum-Enhancement/dp/B0744GY7TP/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=660nm+red+light&qid=1553526139&s=lawn-garden&sr=1-1

They say that you don't need protection glasses but before emailing them I had ordered these glasses: https://www.amazon.de/Unico-Graber-Zhi-1-7-Infrarotschutzbrille/dp/B074Z648LC

which help a lot because the light is very bright.

I stick to about 15 minutes (or all of the time in shower not spent washing myself) of manual tugging or on occasion go until my penis "tells me ive had enough." Youll get used to titrating the duration thats right for you. Many on the forum support more frequent shorter tug sessions if possible.

You can do the "ok" tug at the scar line but it took me a while to have enough inner skin to get a grip on the inner skin hand. Try not to get to much rub on the skin with sliding of the fingers but insted get a good seal and make sure the skin is being stretched maximally. I had less upper inner skin than lower so i would move across the scar line laterally and pinch a bit of skin in each hand ( index finger and thumb) and then move over a cm and tug the next spot.

For me, once i went fot dekaritinziation i could go back so only do it when you are ready. So yes that meant wearing sonething 24/7. I did this about 10 months in.

Most people use a bulb like: https://www.amazon.com/HIGROW-Flowering-Fruiting-Spectrum-Enhancement/dp/B0744GY7TP/ref=aw_pd_cart_vw_crc_2_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0744GY7TP&pd_rd_r=C7T21W30VB41GTC5TD5Y&pd_rd_w=VOkho&pd_rd_wg=5H5JC&pf_rd_p=5ea965bb-cb8e-4bc6-a7c1-9a542c380b15&pf_rd_r=C7T21W30VB41GTC5TD5Y&psc=1&refRID=C7T21W30VB41GTC5TD5Y

Its a bulb attached to a cord. I shine it on both side for about 10 minutes each while tugging. Depending on the wattage can be quite bright and avoid shining in your eyes.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0744GY7TP/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_i_CFQ7BbS6YAFSW

This is the one i got. 36watt

HIGROW 36W All Deep Red 660nm LED...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0744GY7TP?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Amazon

The Red Light:
HIGROW 36W All Deep Red 660nm LED... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0744GY7TP?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

The light Stand I Use:
LEPOWER Metal Floor Lamp,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R9JJYW8?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

The red light bulb is heavy so I have to work with the lamp angles but is really great.

Thanks!


It’s called “Root Farm” and can be found here on Amazon: Root Farm 10101-10135-1 All-Purpose LED Grow Light, 45W - Broad Spectrum Grow Lamp, for Indoor Hydroponic Plants, Energy Efficient https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074SG33M2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8j2YCb4E9WNNJ

Its expensive, but works like a dream, and you can raise and lower it as needed. My one complaint is that it doesn’t come with an automatic timer, so you have to plug and unplug it every dag.

Here is the light I have!

This mounted at the top of bucket. Will last longer than the CFLs produce more light with less heat. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077YL98KB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_LDaEAbQKA7VA3

Hello, r/microgrowery


First time grow.


I am having a hard time on keeping my humidity up to 50%+. I currently have a seedling (about 2 weeks from germ). It is currently in a solo cup with happy frog soil/perlite. The light I am using is a MrHua 300w w/ cobb light ( https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077YL98KB/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_NT-EDbCMR6H6W ) The light cycle is set to 18/6. The light hangs about 2 1/2 feet above the plant and the temp in the bucket states it gets to 95 degrees. I live in a very dry climate (desert). I also have the inside lined with 3M reflective tape. I'm not sure if I'm dealing with over watering, under watering, or it's heat stress.

I’m using this light Mrhua 300W LED Grow Light, LED Plant Grow Lights UFO Series Full Spectrum with CREE COB More Higher Par Value for Indoor Plants Hydroponic Greenhouse Veg Bloom Flowering Seedling to Harvest https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077YL98KB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5E9CDbXT39M3K
Along with 2 5630 side lights

I had to lollipop the bottom of the plant due to humidity and air flow issues. She was extremely bushy and she still is.

Grow Light Strip Kit 45W Including Power Supply, 4 pcs 16 Inches LED Grow Light Strips with Extension Cables, Mounting Accessories for Greenhouse,Grow Shelf; Easy Installation-(4-Strip-Kit) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074Y32PFZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Vn-BDbTBVXDMK
Side
Mrhua 300W LED Grow Light, LED Plant Grow Lights UFO Series Full Spectrum with CREE COB More Higher Par Value for Indoor Plants Hydroponic Greenhouse Veg Bloom Flowering Seedling to Harvest https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077YL98KB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ds-BDbB86XSKQ
Main. Not too bad for a 300w ufo

Here’s the Amazon link!

i got this : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079NM682K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If you really can't put it outside, I'd place it in the sunniest part of the room and install something like this above it https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Daylight-Spectrum-Ceramic-Vegetative/dp/B07BRKG7X1

It depends on quite a few factors, though the two most important ones are probably the indoor location and whether you want your plant to continue fruiting during winter.

Because I house my lemon tree in a living room, I personally like full-spectrum LEDs that mimic sunlight best (i.e. none of that blurple BS which is very hard on the eyes). My current setup uses a 36W Sansi Full Spectrum LED (which is equivalent to a 200W incandescent).

If your plant is right beside a south/southwest-facing window (almost touching the glass), you can probably get away with a lower-energy bulb (but I don't have personal experience with this). The same holds true if you don't mind the plant going dormant and not fruiting or flowering during the winter months. This lady in Toronto is using a 30W LED for her citrus to keep her citrus alive with no other major light sources, as an example.

I have a nice Sansi 36W link. My current setup uses 6 13W daylight Jungle Dawn LED. They are about a foot from my phalaenopsis orchids and pings. They are about 15” from a massive nepenthen that’s loving them. 36W should be totally fine or even on the low side.

https://smile.amazon.com/SANSI-Daylight-Spectrum-Sunlight-Greenhouse/dp/B07BRKG7X1/

It was more than I was planning to spend, but I really wanted something with decent heat dissipation and blended LEDs. Then it was too good. That poor bonsai really suffered! I do like the Sansi bulbs though, the 40W is like the desert and the 15w makes it look like the bonsai is in its own pool of sunlight. :)

I’ve been using Sansi grow lights off amazon and I’ve been really happy with them. I’ve only had one burnt leaf, and that leaf literally grew into and was touching the light for an entire day before I noticed, so that was my fault lol. I’ve had them as close as three inches without any burning!

SANSI 24W LED Plant Light Bulb Full Spectrum LED Grow Light Plant Lights for Indoor Plants, E26 Grow Light Bulb for Hydroponics Greenhouse Houseplants Vegetable Tobacco, Sunlight White UV IR, 90 132V https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BRKT56T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6dGhDbQ4Y7GQZ

I would look at (link) https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse-Houseplants/dp/B07BRKT56T/ or similar. My preference is for a natural look instead of the purple lights most places sell. 30W with good PAR for plants will be perfect for that one plant over winter

I use this: it's really cost efficient and great. https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Spectrum-Hydroponic-Greenhouse-Houseplants/dp/B07BRKT56T/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=led+grow+light+bulb&qid=1557776569&s=gateway&sr=8-12

What plants are you growing? What are their light needs?

I use grow bulbs like this:
grow bulb on amazon

For my tropical flowering plants, like hibiscus and also for palms. Not all tropicals need high light however, some burn very easily because they are found under the canopy- like some ferns.

I run the grow lights between 10-16 hours a day, depending on the season and how the plant reacts.

The distance from my light to my plants is about 16.5” Can you tell me if this is a good lightbulb to use?

You absolutely can use fluorescents! As you only have one at the moment i am assuming you mean a round-ish bulb type lamp, not a fluorescent fixture/tube type. There are both specialty bulbs, like this(Note that just because it is sold as a grow light, does not mean it is actually good at what it does - just like some celeb a while back sold game consoles that no one bought, because they were trash. Also this bulb is LED, not fluorescent), and normal fluorescent bulbs sold in stores like Lowes. Not all bulbs are created equal; but a bulb from Lowe's is often sufficient.

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If you plan to upgrade to many plants, you may wish to switch to tube-type bulbs, in which case you will need to take into account the output of the light. 6500K(Kelvin) is the color temperature generally suggested for succulents.

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Feel free to reply if you would like more information or if you would like someone other then me to respond. Also, cannabis growers have a forum where they test light bulbs for their effective light output - they've been doing it for years! This might be informative for you.

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Edit: Also, i would like to state that i am not dissing the bulb i linked. I have never used or purchased that item and cannot give a review on it.. Its just an example.

I just purchased two Phalaenopsis philippinensis and I'm already in love with them. I want to test out if growing them under LED lights would be good for them.

I currently have one Sansi 15W LED Grow Light placed about 2 feet away from both plants. The light is scheduled to be on as the sun rises and off as the sun sets, so the time under the lights will change along with the seasons. At the current sunrise and sunset times here in Boston, they will be getting 10 hours of LED light.

My question is a general: Is this good for my Phalaenopsis philippinensis? I know that plants are less likely to burn under LEDs rather than actual sunlight. Even under an entire day under these LED lights, the orchids' leaves are cool to the touch. Might the plants simply be overwhelmed by too much light despite no heat? Or could this be the best thing to ever happen to them? (I hope so!)

The purple/red and blue lights hurt your eyes so bad after awhile. I would def recommend getting the lights that appear white so your eyes don’t burn off your face. I have the GE grow lights. They have it available on Amazon, but I actually found mine at my local Target. https://www.amazon.com/GE-Lighting-93101230-Horticultural-Balanced/dp/B07NN6SVG6

My apartment has pretty terrible lighting and with fall/winter coming on strong in the Boston area, I decided to put together a little home gardening station to help with lighting and movement of the plants for watering. I went into this with the goal of having my setup accommodate most of my small collection of plants and to allow for easy movement without having to mess with the grow lights. In the end, I decided on a cart-based design composed of the following items:

Bror Utility Cart 33 ½” X 21 ⅝” X 34 ⅝” ($99)

https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/bror-utility-cart-black-pine-plywood-60333850/

Bror Add-on Shelf 21 ⅝” X 6 ¼” X 5 ½” ($10)

https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/bror-add-on-shelf-black-20402001/

Koppla 3 Outlet Power Strip 19 ¾” ($4.99 for two pack)

https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/koppla-3-outlet-power-strip-grounded-white-00086428/

2x Hemma Cord Set, Black 15’ 5” ($7.00 each)

https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/hemma-cord-set-white-10175810/

(IKEA site only has white showing up now, black was available in-store)

2x Luftmassa Lamp Shade 10” ($17.99 each)

https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/luftmassa-lamp-shade-rounded-70462648/

Kasa Smart WiFi Plug Mini HS105 ($21.75)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01K1JVZOE/

Relassy 20 Watt Dual Head, Gooseneck, Full Spectrum Grow Lamp ($27.39)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C68N7PC/

2x GE 9 Watt BR30 Balanced Full Spectrum Bulbs ($9.98 each)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6/

4x 3M Command Utility Hooks 3 lbs ($8.99 for nine)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0751RPD3V/

2x Velcro Thin Ties 8” X ½” ($9.70 for 100)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001E1Y5O6/

Total Cost (pre-tax): $234.76

GE is the best! I have so many.

GE Lighting 93101230 9-Watt BR30 LED Grow Light Bulb for Indoor Plants, Full, Balanced Spectrum https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_sJ3ZDb2NX6ZW5

GE Lighting 93101232 32-Watt PAR38 LED Grow Light for Indoor Plants, Full, Balanced Spectrum https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NNT3G7J/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QK3ZDb65S42K7

Reddit seems to have a particular hangup with calathea but so far mine have been behaving.
I get fairly good light in my apartment but being in the Northeast I wanted to supplement for winter. I actually just use a balanced spectrum grow bulb in a hanging lamp I built with parts from Amazon. I didn't like the look of anything so made my own.
Rustic State Industrial Retro Style Mesh Wire Cage for Pendant Ceiling Lamp (White) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0786X9FBH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ahGTDb6PWDP3M

GE Lighting 93101230 9-Watt BR30... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6?

My Monstera perked up even more throughout the day today, so I remain hopeful for both of our battered plants!

I'm still figuring out grow lights myself so I don't think I'm the best person to ask for recommendations. I've tried to "research" it on YouTube but the best videos on grow lights don't focus on household/LED use, the videos are definitely more for folks growing pot (which is cool, no hate, but they're talking about different types of lights, different scale production etc.). So I can show you what I bought that's been working but I'm far from an expert.

If you have a spare lamp, you can use this guy, this is what I have right now that I screwed into an old cheapo adjustable-neck desk lamp from Target: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NN6SVG6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It is not an attractive setup but my crown of thorns, Euphorbia trigona, Albuca spiralis, and my succulent bowl are all doing well under it. My succulent bowl has calico hearts, an elephant food plant, an Echeveria elegans, a blue barrel cactus, and a goat's horn cactus. So yeah they're all doing pretty well at the moment despite the average temperature in my house dropping 10 degrees over the past 6 weeks.

I just bought this and it arrives tomorrow. There are options that have built-in timers but I already had a couple of Ikea light timers floating around so I'm using those (and I 1000% recommend a timer so you don't even have to think about it--my light turns on before I get up and turns off before I get home from work, shit's mad convenient): https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8GMRWB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I tried to find a clip-on grow light like that made in USA (or at least not in China) but I wasn't able to find one. (I've been trying to reduce the number of products I buy made in China in support of the protests in HK/in protest of the Uighur imprisonments.. not that anyone will notice though!) Turns out American-made grow lights are out of my price range at the moment, and mainly of such a size they're clearly for commercial operations. When I'm earning more and buy a house in the next couple of years I'd like to treat myself to a couple shop-style lights though. That would be cool

Idk if people in Norway use amazon but here r the grow lights I have they can clip on to the counter and the have different light settings and even a timer!
Grow Light Plant Lights for Indoor Plants LED Lamp Bulbs Full Spectrum https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PYFTHMW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GXZuDbDWEDD74

It’s this light right here, I did tear the whole body apart and do a little re wiring to get it inside the box though

Should I get a lamp for my ginseng tree?

Hi all. I was gifted a ginseng bonsai tree. Problem is, I get no direct sunlight in my home, and I have no outdoor space to put it. Should I get a lamp for it? If so, what type of lamp should I get? This is the top result on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Light-Lights-Indoor-Plants-Spectrum/dp/B07PYFTHMW/

These should do: https://www.amazon.com/Light-Lights-Indoor-Plants-Spectrum/dp/B07PYFTHMW/ref=sxin_2_ac_d_pm?ac_md=1-0-VW5kZXIgJDQw-ac_d_pm&keywords=grow+light&pd_rd_i=B07PYFTHMW&pd_rd_r=699bd8f4-7614-40b0-9630-ddc02d5c46fa&pd_rd_w=UdIhR&pd_rd_wg=beXEg&pf_rd_p=ee771808-f077-4652-9afd-e4dba894d617&pf_rd_r=F0EST9969RJXF3F836FR&psc=1&qid=1566150895&s=gateway

Yes indoors. In a booth I built. Overhead Roleadro 600W LED Grow Light 3rd... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P7MBNPD?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share and additional side lighting is Grow Light Plant Lights for... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PYFTHMW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share ripped apart to suit my needs.

No idea: it’s one of numerous cheap Chinese variations on amazon...this one

I have it on 12 hours a day at full power, both red and blue light, and with the lamp placed as close as possible to the plant, to the point where the leaf tips touch the bulb.

Do you have a recommendation? I found this on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Light-Lights-Indoor-Plants-Spectrum/dp/B07PYFTHMW

Amazon has cheap growlights that clip on to a surface and can cover about 1mx1m area. I recommend https://www.amazon.com/Light-Lights-Indoor-Plants-Spectrum/dp/B07PYFTHMW/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=grow+light&qid=1567350611&s=gateway&sprefix=grow+li&sr=8-3
Or
https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Dimmable-Spectrum-Adjustable-Gooseneck/dp/B07PXP7DW5/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=grow+light&qid=1567350611&s=gateway&sprefix=grow+li&sr=8-5

You probably won’t know till you buy it. I would try and group your plants under it. If you notice your plants might need more light (leaf drop) then pick up a second one.
This is the one I use, I have two of them set up in two bunches of plants, they work great.
grow light

😣 damn. I bought some new ones on Amazon.
Not sure yet how well they'll work, yet!

link
link

These ones
https://www.amazon.com/Light-Lights-Indoor-Plants-Spectrum/dp/B07PYFTHMW/ref=sxin_2_ac_m_pm?ac_md=1-0-VW5kZXIgJDQw-ac_d_pm&keywords=grow+lights&pd_rd_i=B07PYFTHMW&pd_rd_r=e98819d8-5c1a-4266-9a32-8f09d47ca2cf&pd_rd_w=ShXJV&pd_rd_wg=T077M&pf_rd_p=808372f4-ce06-4458-88ef-16b605aa053a&pf_rd_r=8PCEA3K9DP13HZ1FK2K1&psc=1&qid=1572358771

Just set up this grow light today

Grow light

Any advice? It’s my first winter with succulents. Normally they are in my kitchen window however that window is pretty drafty and it’s getting cold at night now

Just updated the flair, thank you for the heads up can't believe i missed that.

Here's some photos of the Ficus and my setup. (the window is always open and north facing, just closed for the photos)

https://imgur.com/a/wOTyHy9

I also bought a cheap grow light from amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PYFTHMW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07PYFTHMW?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Hmmmm. Well, I've only had the grow lights (I got these) for maybe a month now - everyone else (granted, no other eche's) has had sudden happy-plant growth spurts, so I'm hoping it should be enough light for it now? My eche is in a taller pot, so it's more like 6" from the light rather than ~10" like my smaller plants.

I've never done beheading so it's kind of intimidating for me, despite having read quite a few guides now! But I suppose it certainly is an option, and I'd have plenty of leaves to propagate if worse comes to worst.

I'm looking for some grow lights for a variety of succulents that have recently sprouted from seeds (mostly Echeveria with some Pachyphytum and some Sedum varieties). I live in an apartment with decent lighting and east facing windows, and currently am supplementing light for 10-12 hours a day with a cheap Amazon LED (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PYFTHMW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1).


However, I know as I get into the winter that I would like the option to use blackout curtains to maintain the heat in my apartment and would like some recommendations for primary grow lights. Currently, I'm using the pedestal arrangement because the plants are not in any sort of shelving, but rather on one large counter.

I am willing to get shelving, but would rather not mount anything into the ceilings as I live in a rental currently. I live in the 6b hardiness zone and will be using a bottom heating pad in the colder months as I'm not sure how warm I'll be keeping my apartment.

Any help would be appreciated :D

I grew it from seed, no other chemicals, fox farm soil, this is the only lamp I have used. Also anything I can do to increase flower size? Currently on a 12/12 schedule, automated timer.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GFWK69Q/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The purple led grow lights are actually a mixture of the spectrums. You can do it with cfls but its very hard, a lot of energy, and heat. Ive used anything from cfl, to 150w hps, to a 300w ufo led setup. The led setup was the best and yes it was purple.

Whats the spectrum of those bulbs and what phase of growing is it?

This is 50$

https://www.amazon.com/Rolledro-Lights-Indoor-Spectrum-Hydroponics/dp/B00RWYCRB2/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1541798543&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=ufo+led&psc=1