Can I use this bulb to start vegetable seeds? How big of an area does it cover? My trays are 12" x 24". Would one bulb be enough?
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This is 60w florescent, z 300 watt equivalent. Bright zs the sun. One bulb should be sufficient for starting seeds. You would probably want to use at least two bulbs for a 2 x 4' area as for seeds, you will need to get pretty close, say 12 - 18" above the bed. I used 4 to cover my 2' x 4' are with four large tomato plants. I got better growth from a high pressure sodium light. They are great for growing but not as good for blossoming. I have also had good luck with the 7-1/2 watt screw in leds. I have a bank of four that is my favorite for after the plants get large enough to produce. This is 60w florescent, z 300 watt equivalent. Bright zs the sun. One bulb should be sufficient for starting seeds. You would probably want to use at least two bulbs for a 2 x 4' area as for seeds, you will need to get pretty close, say 12 - 18" above the bed. I used 4 to cover my 2' x 4' are with four large tomato plants. I got better growth from a high pressure sodium light. They are great for growing but not as good for blossoming. I have also had good luck with the 7-1/2 watt screw in leds. I have a bank of four that is my favorite for after the plants get large enough to produce.
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The dimensions of the seed tray is about 10 inches across. Now the diameter of the bowl they set in is about 10 inches across by 6 inches deep. I hope this answers your question. I really love this sprouter, I have had many types of sprouters and this has my vote. Its worth every penny.
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The trays are of difference sizes, all depends on what vegetables you are planning on starting. I bought one for tomatoes seeds, and that one measure about 10 x 10 x 3 1/2 with 16 individual compartments in it. Just right for tomatoes seeds.It should say on the package what it's better suited for. Had very good luck with mine, and have been using this product for about 4 years now
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Im not sure. Ive recently switched to led for vegg. The 8 bulb fixture raised the temps almost 15 degrees and sucked out every bit of moisture. If u have a very large space its not a problem. It was for me tho.
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I don't have a tester to say for sure, but I counted 100 total 3 watt led lights on the panel. It's bright enough that you need to keep it at least 2 feet away from your plants, a little further seems Better to me. It will definitely cover a 3x4 area. My room to grow is 5x6 and I put 3 plants under each light, 2 lights side by side and my plants do very well and my electric bill hardly changed. So to really answer your question, I don't know, but 2 of these lights seem to do the same as a 600 watt hid light at about 10% of the monthly cost
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I know it is late but maybe will help someone else. If you just plan on germination and a short stay under light may want to go with a 4 bulb T8 will use only about 60% of the power. If you plan on them being under them much longer then a couple weeks then you need the extra light. I personally use 6 bulb T8 for germination over a 2' x 4' tray (4 1020s) which is about 24w per sq ft. Then for growth, which is any point past a month, 8 bulb T5 for 55w per sq ft. Keep the lights close to prevent stretch.
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Yes in 6" square pots and no larger. Four square 6" pots fit nicely under this light. Literally the plants can touch the light diodes and i have not had them burn my plants. If you want a slightly larger light pattern, raise the light up to 2 feet above the top of your pots for a little bit more coverage. I like to keep my light 2 inches off the top of my plants for maximum penetration. Good Luck
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That is what I use this light for and I keep it on a pully system and keep it 4 to 6 inches from the plants. Keep in mind it will only light a tray of about 15 to 20 seedlings.
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Hi, I used it to germinate my superhot peppers. It covered two large flats no problem but that was at short distance.If you put it up higher it'll cover more plants.I got great results from this light and my peppers are scorching everyone that tries them.
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I am using one of these in a 4 x 4 x 7 tent. I bought the one with only the HPS light. Make sure you control the temp in the tent, as this light alone heats up to about 87*. I'm no expert, but I think this one light at 600 watts would cover a 6 x 6 tent, as long as the plants aren't smashed together and they can all get light. :)
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I was not at all happy with the growth cycle of this bulb...The flowering stage is 12 hours on...it will produce nice fruit, but no size to them...So to answer your question, no and yes...it depends on your vegetables garden.
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I built a pvc frame and keep it about 18" above a table when starting seedlings, the area of full intensity lighting is about 34" x 54". We have not used it on tomatoes past about 5-6" height. At that size they seemed lush and healthy.
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You want the grow light as close to the plants as possible. Any more than a 6-12 inches away from the plant and it's not going to be very effective. While this grow light is surprisingly powerful for the price, it doesn't cover more than maybe 12 inches or so in diameter. I would use this for maybe a few basil plants or herbs, one head of lettuce, or a smaller pepper plant (e.g. jalapeno).
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It includes one 54 watt high output T5 light bulb which is adequate for starting seeds, may not be enough for bonsai. Their high output LED grow lights may be better for continuous/long-term plant growth (also available on Amazon). You could always ask Dirt Genius, www.dirtgenius.com
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It would have to be a very small living room. I purchased several types of LED bulbs with this type of socket, to be used in a 4-light ceiling fixture. None of them provided a satisfactory level of lighting in an approximately 12x12 ft room. Perhaps a couple of track lights that size.
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around 6x6 square feet, but more if you use a light mover. i have 200 miniature sunflower starts under mine with no problems. i highly recommend this light.
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It will depend on the model of bulb. The inside diameter is 2 1/2 inches. The bulb cannot touch the cover so plan on a maximum of 2 inche's for the diameter of the bulb. If you use a larger bulb you will need to drop it through the sleeve, screw it in and then screw in the sleeve.