Compact Fluorescent Grow Lights
Compact fluorescent bulbs, used as grow lights, are gaining popularity among small indoor gardeners and horticulturists. CFL's operate at a much cooler temperature than conventional HID grow lights, using less energy and reducing the need for bulb cooling and risks of foliage burn. CFL's are ideal for seedlings, plant cuttings and small herb gardens.
When shopping for CFL's, note the lumen rating and temperature in Kelvin. Try to acheive the most lumens per watt and match for your growing phase. Vegetable gardeners around the world are discovering CFL's as a safer grow light option and are enjoying year-round harvests.
Use COOL (5000K-6500K) bulbs for cloning or during vegetative stages of your plants.
Use WARM (2700K) bulbs for fruiting or flowering stages.
Also of interest; a new generation of LED Grow Lights
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