Leaving grow lights on 24 hours a day makes a lot of sense. More light means more growth and more yield, after all. Or does it? There is no question that leaving your lights on longer results in faster growth. But does it actually increase yields? Or does it hurt them? It's actually something in between. But there's a lot more to it than that. Let's dive into … [Read more...] about Leaving Grow Lights On 24 Hours (Killer Yield Or Yield Killer?)
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How Much Area Does A 1000 Watt Grow Light Cover?
Generally speaking, a 1000 watt grow light will cover about a 5 by 5 foot area. But it's not quite that simple. The actual coverage area of a 1000 watt grow light depends on a number of factors like the type of light, the quality of the light, the light requirements of the plants, the grow space, and more. We'll dive into all of those factors below, but we'll begin … [Read more...] about How Much Area Does A 1000 Watt Grow Light Cover?
Quantum Board Vs COB LED Grow Lights
First COBs took the industry by storm. Then quantum boards did the same. Does that mean that QBs are better? An improvement on COBs? Not necessarily. Both are great lights for plants and each has its advantages and disadvantages. We'll take a look at those pros and cons, and help you figure out which one is right for you. By the time you get to the bottom of this … [Read more...] about Quantum Board Vs COB LED Grow Lights
What Is A Quantum Board LED Grow Light?
"Quantum boards are the best thing ever!" "If your (sic) using anything else, your (sic) an idiot!" If you've spent any time on growing forums in the past year or two, you've undoubtedly come across plenty of posts like that. People jump on trends and get pretty obsessed. And few things are as trendy in the cannabis growing community as quantum board LED grow … [Read more...] about What Is A Quantum Board LED Grow Light?
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 full-spectrum output. That is … [Read more...] about Best Full Spectrum LED Grow Lights (Why White+ Fixtures Are Best)
How Does White Light Affect Plant Growth?
First we were told white light is too inefficient for plant growth. A combination of red and blue light yields the best results. Now we are hearing the exact opposite. So which is it? The truth is that white light works great to grow plants. The sun provides white light, after all. Red and blue wavelengths are the most important for photosynthesis, but plants … [Read more...] about How Does White Light Affect Plant Growth?
Are White LED Lights Good For Growing?
It just keeps getting more confusing. First we were told that plants want red and blue light, because other wavelengths, like green and yellow, are not absorbed during photosynthesis. Giving your plants white light, which contains a lot of green and yellow wavelengths, means paying for a lot of light that simply goes to waste. We were told that is why LED fixtures with … [Read more...] about Are White LED Lights Good For Growing?
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 By An Actual Grower)
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 problem is that there are so many different options on the … [Read more...] about Best LED Grow Lights (Reviews By An Actual Grower)
How Do LED Grow Lights Work? (And Which Work Best?)
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 How Do LED Grow Lights Work? (And Which Work Best?)