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Hydroponics
loagiehoagie

Types of bulbs for tomatoes

loagiehoagie
19 years ago

I have on order a hydro system which will hold 8 plants. I have a 400watt light system, but I know there are 2 kinds of bulbs HPS and MH. Is there 1 bulb that combines both for growing and flowering/fruiting or do I need 2 bulbs at various stages of growth? I experimented a few years ago and remember I had awesome growth but little to zero fruit production. I want to go into this next venture a bit more knowledgeable for maximizing my success rate. Any tips would be greatly appreciated. Duane

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