Are you sick of grow lights yet? I’m guessing you’re in your 100th hour or so of reading the best LED grow light reviews you can find. But you’re still no closer to making a decision. I make this assumption, because I’ve been there myself. And I’ve helped countless others in the same situation. The […]
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2000 Watt LED Grow Light (The Best And Why 2000W Is A Lie)
They are lying. No “2000 Watt” LED grow light actually uses 2000w. In fact, there is no actual 2000 watt light available on the market. The biggest brands don’t even advertise anything above 1000 watts. Many of the larger Chinese brands, however, have “2000 watt” lights. Some go up to “3000 watts.” But even just […]
Best Full Spectrum LED Grow Lights (Why White+ Fixtures Are Best)
Aren’t they all full-spectrum LED grow lights? No. They are labeled as such, but they are not actually full-spectrum. Most contain LED diodes in multiple colors. That means they have specific wavelengths, but not every wavelength. The wavelengths between the diodes the light contains are missing. There is only one way to get a true […]
Best COB LED Grow Light (There Aren’t Many Good Ones)
“COB LED grow lights are the future. They’re the best lights on the market.” Remember hearing that all the time a few years ago? Now those same people are touting bar style lights. Are those really better than COBs now? Yes, for most growers. But COBs still have their advantages, most notably a deeper canopy […]
T5 LED Grow Lights (Which Ones Beat Fluorescent Tube Bulbs?)
Why switch to T5 LED grow lights? Especially when T5 fluorescent lights are so great for seeding, cloning and vegging. Because the LED equivalents are even better. They do everything the fluorescents do: same output and spectra (often even better) and flexibility. But they do it while using half the power or less, emitting less […]
Cannabis Cultivation
What Do I Need To Grow Weed? (With Indoor Grow Room Checklist)
Cannabis is called weed for a reason. It is simple to grow and it grows fast. Like a weed. So why then does it seem so complicated to grow marijuana? Why are there so many things to think about and why do I need so much equipment? The truth: you could put a weed plant […]
Best Way To Grow Weed Indoors (KISS: Keep It Simple, Stupid)
The best place to grow cannabis is indoors. You have complete control over everything when growing weed indoors, which allows you to really maximize rapid growth and huge yields with incredible potency. But to get the perfect buds, you need the perfect environment. The good news is: even if you make mistakes and don’t provide […]
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USA-Made LED Grow Lights (Top American Brands)
The LED grow lights we recommend on this site are mostly Chinese brands. With one exception: our top recommended brand. Simply put, the best Chinese brands offer a better value these days. Many American LED grow light brands are horrible. They sell the same lights that Chinese brands sell, but for several times the price. […]
T8 Vs T5 Grow Lights (Which Fluorescent Tubes Are Right For You?)
There are several different types of fluorescent tubes. But when it comes to grow lights, two are by far the most popular. T8 grow lights were long the staple in grow rooms. But recently, the newer T5 fluorescent light technology has become more popular. What advantages do T5 grow lights have over T8? And are […]
Do LED Grow Lights Emit UV? (And Is It Harmful?)
Some growers want UV light in their grow room. Others do not. Both have valid reasons for feeling that way. UV light has both benefits and drawbacks for plants. For humans as well. If you want UV light, what types of lighting provide those wavelengths? Do LED grow lights emit UV? It turns out the […]
Can You Use LED Strip Lights To Grow Plants?
LED strip lights are cheap. They are also small and, in many cases, flexible. This makes them especially great options for smaller grow rooms. Except for one thing. They are not very powerful. Are they powerful enough to grow plants? That depends, but generally, they are not. Keep reading to learn when you can use […]
Best Vegetables To Grow Indoors Under Lights (11 Great Choices)
If you can grow it outdoors, you can also grow it indoors. Of course, some things are much easier to grow than others. Indoors you have the big advantage of controlling the climate. But you are limited by space. And you will need to provide everything nature provides outdoors. As a result, it is usually […]
Can Grow Lights Cause Cancer? (Do You Need Protection?)
Everything causes cancer! It just depends when you ask about it. One week, you hear about a study that finds a link between something and cancer. A few weeks later, another study proves the opposite. It makes it hard to know what to believe. So what about grow lights? Can grow lights cause cancer? As […]
Can Grow Lights Burn Plants? (Be Careful With This Type)
We all know that grow lights generate heat. And we know that too much heat is bad for plants. But do grow lights actually burn plants physically? Or is it just that too much heat in the grow room prevents plants from flourishing? It’s both. If the grow environment is too hot, plants can die. […]
Types Of Grow Lights For Indoor Plants (Which Is Best For You?)
It’s a great time to grow plants indoors. It doesn’t matter if you’re growing cannabis, tomatoes or anything else. That’s because we now have far more options than ever before when it comes to types of grow lights for indoor plants. And the prices have never been lower either. But so much choice does have […]
How To Tell If A High Pressure Sodium Bulb Is Bad
We’ve all been there. We wanted to save some money, so we bought cheap Chinese made HPS bulbs. Then when you get them, half of the bulbs don’t even turn on. The other half turn on, but are they actually any good? Look, buying Chinese products is a good way to save money. But you […]
6/2 Light Schedule (Why We Don’t Recommend It)
We like to keep things simple. And that means sticking to tried-and-true methods. Weed that is growing outdoors enjoys long periods of daylight during vegging and around 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness during flowering. That is why indoor growers provide 18 hours of daytime during vegging and then switch to 12 […]