Quantum board LED grow lights have completely changed the market. They are highly efficient, have a great spectrum and they cost less than many other lights. But the top quantum board lights from HLG still cost more than many beginning growers can afford. That's where the Chinese knock-offs come into play. The best of them like Spider Farmer, cost quite a bit less. … [Read more...] about Kingbrite Quantum Board LED Grow Light Review
Maxsisun PB Series LED Grow Light Review (Great Budget Quantum Board Fixtures)
It's a good time to be a grower. More and more companies are releasing quantum board style lights and the Maxsisun PB series of LED grow lights is one of the more intriguing options. HLG started the quantum board craze and their lights still sit on top of the market (review here), but they are also the most expensive. Among the Chinese brands selling basically the same … [Read more...] about Maxsisun PB Series LED Grow Light Review (Great Budget Quantum Board Fixtures)
Do LED Grow Lights Use A Lot Of Electricity? (The Real Answer—No Hype)
LED grow lights use practically no power, right? That means they cost virtually nothing to run. You'll save so much money! Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. You're still going to have an electricity bill. And if you've got a decent sized grow room, you're going to have a pretty high electricity bill. So why does everyone keep talking about how much less it … [Read more...] about Do LED Grow Lights Use A Lot Of Electricity? (The Real Answer—No Hype)
Best LED Grow Lights: Reviews & Comparison (Updated Jan 2020)
Are you sick of grow lights yet? I'm going to assume you're in your 100th hour or so of reading the best LED grow light reviews you can find, and you're still no closer to making a decision. I can make this assumption, because I've been there myself and I've helped countless others in the same situation. There are so many different options these days and, unfortunately, … [Read more...] about Best LED Grow Lights: Reviews & Comparison (Updated Jan 2020)
Do LED Grow Lights Work? (And Which Ones Do So At A Good Price?)
LED or HID? If you're growing marijuana, that question has certainly crossed your mind. Most likely more than once. If you're a new grower, I can make the decision easy for you. Go with LED. These days, it's a no-brainer. The reasons for that are all below. But if you have been growing successfully with HID for years, the decision to switch to LED is not quite so … [Read more...] about Do LED Grow Lights Work? (And Which Ones Do So At A Good Price?)
What Does Flowering Time Mean? (Plus All Essentials Of The Bloom Stage)
It seems like a simple question. But I've seen quite a few different answers. The phrase "flowering time" will often show up on cannabis seed packets. For example, you might see: "Flowering Time: 8 weeks." What does that mean? What exactly is 8 weeks long? Does it refer to the time it will take until the marijuana plants are ready for the flowering stage? Or does it … [Read more...] about What Does Flowering Time Mean? (Plus All Essentials Of The Bloom Stage)
Dimmable LED Grow Lights (The Best Fixtures Reviewed And Compared)
Dimmable LED grow lights are not that common. I admit, I thought there were far more of them. But when I started researching, I mainly found the ones I already knew about and few others. And most of those "others" are not great. Two of them, on the other hand, are quite impressive. They are both included below. The only problem: both are fairly new, so they do not have … [Read more...] about Dimmable LED Grow Lights (The Best Fixtures Reviewed And Compared)
Spider Farmer SF Dimmable Quantum LED Grow Light Review
Quantum boards are all the rage. It started with HLG, but now several budget brands have started offering quantum boards with Samsung chips and Meanwell drivers. One of the best is Spider Farmer and their SF line of lights. They basically give you what HLG gives you, but at a fraction of the cost. Of course, they are a Chinese brand (HLG are an American brand, but … [Read more...] about Spider Farmer SF Dimmable Quantum LED Grow Light Review
Why Are Grow Lights Purple? (And Are “Blurple” LEDs Effective?)
Only LED grow lights are purple. And only some. Why are they purple? Well, technically they aren't. The light appears purple due to the differently colored diodes in use: mainly blue and red. This pinkish/purplish glow has also been dubbed "blurple", a term that is often used in a somewhat derogatory way these days. Why is that? Because many of the earliest LED … [Read more...] about Why Are Grow Lights Purple? (And Are “Blurple” LEDs Effective?)
HLG Quantum Board LED Grow Light Review
Everyone has heard of quantum boards by now. You can't visit any forum on growing without seeing HLG LED grow lights mentioned, and usually in glowing terms. But how much of the hype is real? And how much is just good marketing? Here's the truth: the reason you keep hearing and reading about them is mostly down to marketing. When they first came out, HLG made sure … [Read more...] about HLG Quantum Board LED Grow Light Review