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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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1 – Introduction to growing plants indoors
Posted in: Indoor growing guide
The article discusses indoor growing, which involves growing plants in an enclosed space, usually inside the house. This requires basic equipment such as horticultural LED lamps for artificial lighting, an irrigation system, pots and an air extractor. Indoor growing can be done all year round, allows for control of plant growing conditions, can be a relaxing activity and can lead to high quality crops. However, growing indoors can also be expensive, require a lot of space and be demanding in...
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What are the differences between the G-MAX and G-PRO Boxes from GreenCube?
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The article talks about indoor growing boxes offered by the online store Growled. There are several brands available, including Secret Jardins, Probox, G-TOOLS, Homebox and GreenCube. There is also a comparison between the GreenCube G-MAX and G-PRO box ranges. The G-MAX has a 16mm diameter aluminum structure, a 210D Mylar fabric for high reflectivity and light tightness, and windows to observe the plants without opening the box. The G-PRO is more oriented for experienced growers, with a...
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Which LED horticultural lamp to choose for my indoor growing?
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This article talks about the importance of choosing the right LED grow light for indoor growing. It mentions different scenarios, such as growing on a small area (less than 40cm x 40cm) where LED horticultural bulbs would be most suitable, with models such as the SpectraBULB X30. He also mentions that for crops on a larger surface (120 x 120 cm), there are efficient lights for growth and flowering, such as the Rhino 560W from the CannaLED brand or the Lumatek 600W and 600W PRO. He also...
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What are the different types of LEDs?
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The article describes the different types of LEDs used in indoor horticulture. Dip LED is the oldest type, but with low efficiency and a narrow beam angle. SMD LED is the most widely used LED in the world, it is small and flat, produces almost no heat and offers excellent value for money for indoor growers. The High-Power LED offers high efficiency, ideal for lighting growing or flowering plants, with higher light intensity. COB LED is the most powerful LED on the market, and is used in...
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Grow your seedlings indoor under a LED horticultural lamp
Posted in: Indoor growing guide
This article discusses indoor gardening with the help of horticultural LED lights. It explains the different materials needed to create indoor seedlings, as well as the steps for setting them up and caring for them. It is mentioned that LED lighting is ideal for the development of indoor plants, and there is a mention of a product range offered by the brand BloomLED that optimizes the growth and flowering of indoor plants. It is also mentioned that it is important to change the pots for...
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LED or HID Grow Light ?
Posted in: Tips and advice on growing under LEDs
The HID (High Intensity Discharge) lamp is a popular alternative for indoor growers as it offers a low initial cost. However, it requires additional costs for energy and ventilation. The HID lamp works by sending current through metal vapors to create light, but consumes a lot of energy to cool before being turned on again. A popular alternative is the LED lamp as it offers versatility and emits the necessary amount of blue and red light for growth and flowering without additional costs.
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How does a LED horticultural lighting lamp work?
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This article discusses the use of LED lights for indoor gardening. It explains that LED lights emit a very powerful light through an electric current passing through a semiconductor material. It highlights that the necessary brightness for plants varies according to different stages of their growth and that it is therefore important to choose an LED light with a wide spectrum to mimic sunlight and provide your plants with the light they need. It also mentions that LED lights are more...
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How does a LED horticultural lighting lamp work?
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This article discusses the use of LED lights for indoor gardening. It explains that LED lights emit a very powerful light through an electric current passing through a semiconductor material. It highlights that the necessary brightness for plants varies according to different stages of their growth and that it is therefore important to choose an LED light with a wide spectrum to mimic sunlight and provide your plants with the light they need. It also mentions that LED lights are more...
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