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Mon, Nov 1, 04 at 10:28
| 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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| Checkout this Hortilux 400 W dual spectrum bulb at Futuregarden. Might be just what you're looking for. http://www.futuregarden.com/cgi-bin/shop/30-1046.html |
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| Red spectrum (HPS) favors flowering and fruiting Blue-green spectrum (Metal Halide) favors stem/leaf growth. Combination lamps are like any other multi-purpose product, they don't do anything well. |
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| Thanks folks. So, get a combo bulb that does half-a** or 2 bulbs that do 100pct what each is intended to do, but twice the price?....hmmmmm. |
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| I have to agree with Hank. If your 400w system is HPS only, go with the Hortilux. I have had great success through all stages of growth with it. If your system is MH only, go with the Agrosun Gold. It has some enhanced red/ yellow. Just my opinions. Jason |
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| Thanks Jason. I'm only experimenting with some dwarf tomato plants, so with this just being a hobby I think I will take your advice and go with the Hortilux since mine is a HPS unit. Thanks again. Duane |
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