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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)

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?)

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)

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)

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)

I have some good news for you. Hanging grow lights up in a grow tent is easy. The process is easy, if you know what to do. And you will. We are going to show you exactly how to hang grow lights in a tent below. Getting the materials you need is easy, since most grow light manufacturers now include everything you need when you buy their lights. But even if yours … [Read more...] about How To Hang Grow Lights In Tent (Easy Step-By-Step Guide)

Heat issues are a thing of the past! At least that's what some grow light manufacturers would have you believe. They make it sound like their lights produce no heat whatsoever. Or that they deal with heat so efficiently that your grow room will stay at the perfect temperature on its own. Those are all flat-out lies. So do grow lights produce heat no matter which … [Read more...] about Do Grow Lights Produce Heat? (And Which Produce The Most?)

Let me guess. You've read a number of opinions arguing vociferously for running your grow lights at night. And a number of other opinions arguing just as strongly for sticking to a natural light cycle. That's how it is with every aspect of growing marijuana indoors, unfortunately. So when is the best time to run grow lights? Honestly, the answer is that it … [Read more...] about Best Time To Run Grow Lights (And Why There Is So Much Debate)

Gone are the days of those pinkish LED grow lights. The best LED grow lights on the market these days have a light spectrum that is similar to the sun. And most other types of grow lights have always had a spectrum closer to sunlight than those blurple LEDs. Does that mean that these lights can do the same type of damage as the sun? Are grow lights bad for your skin … [Read more...] about Are Grow Lights Bad For Your Skin? (Which Types Are Most Dangerous?)