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Sow in autumn. Require period of cold, moist stratification. Germination can take up to one year at 16–18°c In terms of efficiency LEDs beat every other type of grow light, hands down: put simply, you get a greater light output from an LED grow light for every watt of electricity spent. Fixtures like the Omega Infinity LED grow light produce a ground-breaking 3.0 μmol per watt! Fluorescent lights, like T5 tube lights, are ideal for taking cuttings and germinating seeds and preparing seedlings. At these stages, plants require very little light. T5 units hardly any power and they'll get young plants through their earliest stages without an issue. What components are in HPS and CDM kits? Each and every grow light is CE marked and designed to give you complete peace of mind and great results.

Direct sow where they are to grow from early spring in any well-drained soil. Sow seeds thinly over the soil, lightly covering. Germination in 30–90 days at 10–15°c

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LEDs deliver mind-blowing output stats, whether you're looking at in terms of lumens or PAR. We'd always recommend measuring PAR over lumens: 'photosynthetically active radiation' refers to the light that plants depend on for growth, making it a more useful marker.

Sow in the autumn as require a period of cold moist stratification. Very lightly cover with compost as light is needed for germination. Germination can take up to one year at 15–20°c From LED strips to fluorescent tubes, each has its own characteristics and strengths. And a basic understanding of their features can help you make a more effective decision when purchasing. With a full spectrum of lights, this grow light can be used at every stage of the growth cycle. There’s 600nm of red light, IR, plus 3000K and 5000K of white light spectrum. Your plants will be supported at all stages from veg to flower. Red light is required for growth at the germination stage (as well as later in a plant’s life). It helps roots to grow and seeds to germinate. There are studies to suggest that blue light could actually impede germination. Domestic light bulbs are unsuitable for growing plants as the light intensity is not enough and they are less energy efficient. For these reasons alone, it is best to choose specialised horticultural lighting.Pre-soak in cold water for a few hours before sowing. Chipping seed will help with germination. Use well-drained compost. Germination within 90 days at 18–24°c

Branch lights are typically better for home use , as they’re easy to install and use less energy. While they’re generally less powerful than hanging lights, they provide sufficient “sunlight” to keep several houseplants alive over winter. LED lights can be placed much closer to plants than HID light because they give off less heat. This is a great advantage as it means the lights can be placed closer to the plants and therefore the light can penetrate the canopy of the plants more easily. In addition, it means you don’t need such a tall growing space. Watts are a measure of the amount of energy needed to produce light, rather than a measure of the actual intensity of the light. Light bulbs should report both watts and another measure of light intensity such as PPF, lumens or foot candles. A more efficient lightbulb will produce more light with fewer watts of energy. For these reasons, it can be useful when a grow light has settings for illuminating only bulbs of a specific colour. If this is the case, the grow light will usually have two settings, a ‘veg’ setting, and a ‘bloom’ setting. These can be used individually, or together. In the home a basic set-up could be a unit containing two 60cm (2ft) T5 HO fluorescent tubes suspended approximately 60cm above for example, a small group of houseplants, or crops such as leaf salads for fresh leaves during the winter monthsThe KINGBO Full Spectrum LED Grow Light is a professional-grade grow light system that comes into its own in the winter months.

One of the most reliable on the market, this grow lamp produces a full spectrum of colour to give your plants and seedlings all they need. It comes with blue, red, IR, UV and white lights to simulate natural sunlight. The blue and red LEDs are essential for plant germination and growth. Sow in autumn. Require a period of cold, moist stratification. Germination within 30–90 days at 15–18°c Green– Green is primarily reflected, but small amounts are retained and contribute to energy conversion. Blue– Blue is the first color absorbed by plants and is essential at the beginning, or vegetative, stage. If you’ve already stepped foot into the wonderful world of LED grow lights, you’ll likely have noticed that there are a lot of abbreviations used. These can be complicated to understand at first, but are useful to have an awareness of.There are various types of grow lights to consider, from panels to products that hang overhead or screw into standard light fixtures. The type of plants you have, the amount of existing natural light, and where your plants are located help you narrow down your choices. Typically, hanging lights are larger, while desktop lights are smaller and easy to move around. If you want a complete system, consider a full garden kit, like the AeroGarden Bounty Basic (our best kit), which includes the planter with a built-in light. Ceramic discharge metal halide – CDM / CMH grow lights, including separate lamps, reflectors and ballasts