I have a half-empty closet (2.5' x 2' x 5') that I would love to see filled with green. I'd like to get something set up quickly and cheaply, and add to it over time. I've seen a few cabinets made from two rubbermaid tubs that looks relatively simple and easy. I'll work with soil first, and try other methods when I'm satisfied with the lighting.
I've been looking at doing a single 150w hps, for simplicity and reasonable power draw. Can I pick up any 150w hps lamp in a hardware store, or is there anything in particular to look for?
What will the connector look like? Should I mount the bulb vertically or horizontal? What should I do for reflection? I was thinking about using a metal hood about the dimensions of the tub, but I'm not sure what shape the bulb whould be. Should I paint the tub white, or use tin foil or aluminum tape?
I was thinking of having a 120mm fan blowing straight onto the bulb with another 120 as exhaust directly on the other site. I'll have one more 120mm intake at the bottom to get air moving.
Should I go for 2-3 plants, or a SOG? SOG seems good for veg, but I'll probably space them out for flowering. Maybe I need a small space for veg, and a bigger one for grow?
How should I water them? With the light mounted in the top tub, it seems like it would be a hassle to take it off and replace it every day. Anyone have an easy, low maintenence system?
Whats the minimum I should use for nutrients?
Anything else I need to consider?
I've been looking at doing a single 150w hps, for simplicity and reasonable power draw. Can I pick up any 150w hps lamp in a hardware store, or is there anything in particular to look for?
What will the connector look like? Should I mount the bulb vertically or horizontal? What should I do for reflection? I was thinking about using a metal hood about the dimensions of the tub, but I'm not sure what shape the bulb whould be. Should I paint the tub white, or use tin foil or aluminum tape?
I was thinking of having a 120mm fan blowing straight onto the bulb with another 120 as exhaust directly on the other site. I'll have one more 120mm intake at the bottom to get air moving.
Should I go for 2-3 plants, or a SOG? SOG seems good for veg, but I'll probably space them out for flowering. Maybe I need a small space for veg, and a bigger one for grow?
How should I water them? With the light mounted in the top tub, it seems like it would be a hassle to take it off and replace it every day. Anyone have an easy, low maintenence system?
Whats the minimum I should use for nutrients?
Anything else I need to consider?