400 watt hps or CFL'S
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DKskater75
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both. you would just be getting a 400w hps system upgraded with a cool tube...
daniel watson
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wut is the best light to use if only growing one plant?how many wattz ,lumens ect.
DKskater75
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no problem. well you could just get something like this High Tech Garden Supply if you scoll down there are options at the bottom. just pick the cool tube reflector for a $70 add on. comes to just under $200 total...
jumifera
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If your only growing 1 plant i think i would be a good idea to use CFL'S
jumifera
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anyone??????????
daniel watson
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well i have 8 but im keeping 1 seperate from the rest cause of lack of space so i need to get a new light..how many watts u think?4 just the 1If your only growing 1 plant i think i would be a good idea to use CFL'S
DKskater75
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veg or flowering? 2 42w CFLs should be fine...
plantsinpants
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sorry for butting in! but how much does a 400w bulb & ballaste cost$ ???
and can i use the same bulb for veg & flower phases?
and can i use the same bulb for veg & flower phases?
DKskater75
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$120 High Tech Garden Supply but i wouldnt recommend using the same light for veg and flower. you can get something like this with both lights for $165... High Tech Garden Supply
daniel watson
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its mid veg...so 2 42 watt cflz should be good with that?
DKskater75
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yeah thats enough for now. you might want 3 or 4 when you get later into flowering...
jumifera
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whith the one that costs $165 and also adding the cool tube option, would this be good for a complete grow (veg and flowering?)
DKskater75
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yup perfect for as many plants under a 4x4 foot area.
jumifera
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what would be the best soil and ferts to use? i was thinking of using (botanicare sweet) and some stuff from www.eelriverhydroponics.com
DKskater75
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that works. i use fox farm ocean forest soil along with all their nutes. its up to you...
medgrower49
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i love fox farm's nutes