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The hemp light cycle
Posted in: Tips and advice on growing under LEDs
This article discusses indoor hemp cultivation, a plant grown from the Cannabaceae family that is selected for its stem size and low THC content. To grow hemp, it is important to provide the right amount of light and darkness to ensure the best production. There are two stages of development: vegetative growth and flowering. During vegetative growth, it is important to light the plant for 16 to 18 hours per day to have healthy foliage and stems. During flowering, the plant will only need 12...
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The Horticultural LED lamp: SpectraPANEL X 160
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The article discusses the SpectraPANEL X 160 LED horticultural lamp, a product designed to illuminate indoor plants. It is manufactured by the French company BloomLED and consists of two LED brands, CREE and OSRAM, that enhance photosynthesis in plants. It comes with two lenses to choose between penetration or surface lighting. It has an energy consumption of 100W and a 3-year warranty.
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Choose a LED culture lighting or HPS?
Posted in: Indoor growing guide
The HPS lamp is a commonly used lighting system for indoor gardening, but it has drawbacks such as high heat production, high energy consumption, and insufficient yellow light for growth and flowering stages of plants. Additionally, it emits CO2 and contains mercury, which can have a negative impact on the environment. An alternative to consider is the LED lamp, which is more expensive but offers energy and light quality benefits for plants.
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