How to Set Up Grow Lights Perfectly
Setting up your grow lights at the right height and preventing light leaks is crucial for an indoor garden. Here are some simple tips on getting it right:Getting the Light Height Just RightHaving your grow lights at the perfect height is super important. The best way is to use a...
How to Convert Sunlight Hours to Grow Light Hours
To calculate the grow light hours needed when:Plant DLI requirement = 25 mol/m2/dayGrow light PPFD = 600 μmol/m2/sYou can use this formula:Grow Light Hours = (DLI Requirement) / (Grow Light PPFD x 0.0864)
Understanding Photosynthetic Radiation Terms
Bruce Bugbee, president of Apogee Instruments, wants to help everyone understand the confusing terms used to measure light that plants use for photosynthesis. Over the years, these terms have changed, and it's important for growers to know what they mean. A Brief History In the 1960s, scientists used a device...
Can UVB Light Helps Plants Grow?
Yes, UVB light can help grow plants. While it's not the primary light source, UVB rays can stimulate certain plant processes.