Some grow lights are extremely powerful. They can damage our skin and our eyes. They could even give us cancer. Do grow lights fade furniture just as easily as they can damage us? It is possible. But not likely. Most growers will not have to worry about this, especially if you use a dedicated room or grow tent (always a good idea). But if not, you may need to … [Read more...] about Do Grow Lights Fade Furniture? (Everything You Need To Know)
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Do Grow Lights Give You Vitamin D? (Everything You Need To Know)
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient. We need it for many important bodily functions, including bone health, immune function, and cell growth. We can get vitamin D from certain foods, and also from the sun. Since grow lights replace the sun, the obvious question is: do grow lights give you vitamin D? The answer, however, is not a simple yes or no. That's because … [Read more...] about Do Grow Lights Give You Vitamin D? (Everything You Need To Know)
Is UVB Good For Plants? (Everything You Need To Know)
You may have read that your plants need UV-B light. You may have also read that UV-B light will damage your plants. Why are there such wildly different answers to this simple question: is UVB good for plants? More importantly, which answer is correct? It turns out, they are both correct. How is that possible? And what does it mean for you? Should you use UV-B … [Read more...] about Is UVB Good For Plants? (Everything You Need To Know)
HID Vs LED Grow Lights (Which Are Best For Your Grow?)
In the past there was a clear winner. Just about every large grow operation used HID lights. They were the industry standard. Then came LED grow lights and things started to change. It took a while, but today LED grow lights rule the industry. But how about for small home growers? How does the HID vs LED grow lights debate break down for us? Keep reading to … [Read more...] about HID Vs LED Grow Lights (Which Are Best For Your Grow?)
Cheap Grow Light Setup (Indoor Plant Lighting On A Budget)
The problem is always the same. Money. Unless you're one of the few with an endless supply of it, lack of money will always hamper your plans. Cannabis cultivation is no different. Even a simple marijuana grow takes money to set up. And the lights are the most expensive component. But a cheap grow light setup is possible. You just need to make sure you save in … [Read more...] about Cheap Grow Light Setup (Indoor Plant Lighting On A Budget)
How Long To Leave Grow Lights On (What To Know For Every Stage)
It's one of the most common questions we get. Every new grower wants to know how long to leave grow lights one. As a result, there are answers to this question everywhere. But there is a problem. The answers can be vastly different. That's because it depends on a lot of factors. Your grow might not have the same requirements as another one. Keep reading to … [Read more...] about How Long To Leave Grow Lights On (What To Know For Every Stage)
LED Vs Fluorescent Grow Lights (Which One Should You Use?)
There is one huge similarity. Both fluorescent and LED grow lights are designed to grow plants. But how they do that is different. And when you compare LED vs fluorescent grow lights, those differences are key. They are what will determine which type of lighting is right for you. And it's not a simple "this or that" answer. Which light is right can differ, … [Read more...] about LED Vs Fluorescent Grow Lights (Which One Should You Use?)
How Much Do Grow Lights Cost To Run? (Simple Calculation)
Grow lights will increase your electricity bill. By a lot. There is not much you can do about that. How much do grow lights cost to run? That varies greatly. Some cost a lot less that others. We will cover which ones cost the least and help you calculate the cost to run any grow light. We will also give you some tips for reducing those costs a bit. Keep … [Read more...] about How Much Do Grow Lights Cost To Run? (Simple Calculation)
Grow Light Vs Regular Light (What You Need To Know)
It's all light, isn't it? Yes, that is true. But there are some key differences between grow lights and regular lights. The most obvious if you're shopping for lights, is the price. Grow lights cost a lot more. Or do they? If you compare lights with a similar output, you'll see the price difference is actually quite small. And the many advantages of … [Read more...] about Grow Light Vs Regular Light (What You Need To Know)
Why Does Blue Light Help Plants Grow? (What You Need To Know)
I think we all remember when LED manufacturers told us plants need only red and blue light to grow. It was only a few years ago, after all. Today, we know that plants use every color of light. Although they do primarily need red and blue light. Why is that? Why does blue light help plants grow? And how does it compare to red light, in terms of what it does for … [Read more...] about Why Does Blue Light Help Plants Grow? (What You Need To Know)