These lights are recommended for starting seeds and cuttings. They are also popular for growing herbs and other low-light plants like African Violets. Fluorescent lights are "low intensity" and need to be within 6" x 8" of the plants to be effective.
Application |
Lamp Watts in Sq. Ft. |
Lamp Height Above Plant Tops |
Bulb Type |
| Germination |
10 |
6" - 8" |
Standard |
| Shade Loving Plants |
15 |
12" - 15" |
Standard |
| Sun Loving Plants |
20 |
12" - 15" |
Full Spectrum |
Length of Lighting Time (Photoperiod):
Starting seedlings and cuttings: 16 hours; 20 hours max.
- Short-day plants: 10 - 13 hours
- Long-day plants: 14 - 18 hours
- Day neutral: 12 - 18 hours
(Caution: Inexpensive "shop lites" can greatly shorten tube life.) |
