Are dual spectrum CFL bulbs any good?

Low cost and effective, Dual Spectrum CFLs are perfect for new growers and also work fantastic as propagation lights. Tailored towards improving both the vegetative and flowering phases of a plants growth, each Dual Spectrum CFL Grow Light Bulb provides plants with the red and blue spectrum of light.

How many CFLs does a plant need?

Just aim for about 150W of CFLs in Total Per Plant to Start, and stick to relatively smaller size bulbs if you can! If you want them to screw into regular light bulb sockets, use ones with a “medium base”.

Do I need a ballast for CFL grow lights?

All compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs require a ballast, which is often integrated. All HID bulbs require a ballast, which is sometimes integrated. No LED bulbs require a ballast, although some are engineered to work with an existing ballast. Incandescent and halogen lamps do not require a ballast.

What is the best type of light for growing plants indoors?

When growing most houseplants, use light bulbs between 4000 and 6000 Kelvin, as the bulb’s color temperature will borrow from a full spectrum of colors—cools and warms. With these lights, you can actually mimic the growth you would get in a greenhouse or outdoors.

What are the best lights for growing indoors?

Which CFL bulbs are best for growing?

If you’re just starting out, the best CFL grow light on the market is the Agrobrite 2′, 4-Tube T5 Fixture. It comes with four 2″ long T5 bulbs in the 6500K range – perfect for getting plants through the vegetative phase of the growth cycle.

Which is better LED or CFL for growing?

CFL systems are great for small spaces, small budgets, or for starting your plants. LED systems give better results than CFL but less results than HID; they produce much less heat, but come at a higher price tag. You can see all of our hydroponic grow light options here!