Growing cactus indoors under grow lights.

Top guide to growing cactus indoors under grow lights.

I am assuming you would like an article discussing the best methods for growing cactus indoors:

Cactus are a type of plant that is often associated with hot, dry climates. However, there are actually many different types of cactus that come from a variety of different habitats, including rain forests. While cactus are often thought of as being difficult to care for, they can actually be quite easy to grow, even for those with a black thumb. One of the best things about cactus is that they are very resilient and can tolerate a wide range of conditions, which makes them ideal for growing indoors.

Grow Cactus Indoors Under grow lights.

Do not overwater your cactus, which is easy to do indoors, as it will develop rot rot which is something that can kill a cactus quick.

There are a few things to keep in mind when growing cactus indoors. First, cactus need a lot of light. If you are growing your cactus under artificial lights, make sure to use a full-spectrum bulb that emits both UV and infrared light. Cactus also need good drainage, so make sure to plant them in a pot with a drainage hole. It is also important to let your cactus dry out completely between waterings. Over-watering is one of the most common mistakes made when growing cactus, so err on the side of too little water rather than too much.

Types of grow lights:

Led shop lights

CFL bulbs

Screw in grow lights

With a little bit of care, cactus can make a great addition to any indoor garden. They are interesting and unusual plants that are sure to add some character to your home.

Growing Medicinal and Magical Plants and Herbs Indoors Under Fluorescent Light. A Introduction to indoor gardening.

SHAMANS SECRET GARDEN ARTICLE:

Growing Medicinal and Magical Plants and 

Herbs Indoors Under Fluorescent Lights. 

A general ntroduction to indoor gardening using 

fluorescent light bulbs for the modern shaman.

By Tiki Fire

You can grow almost anything with

fluorescent lights, you just need to know

to use them properly.

A Introduction and basic Overview.

Not everyone has the pleasure of growing plants

outside all year long. Many people only have a

few months and a limited choice of medicinal

and magical plants to grow. Growing indoors

opens one up to growing these special plants

all year long, with a almost unlimited choice

of types of plants to choose from.

If you plan using organic soil or hydroponics,

fluorescent lights can have a place in your

indoor garden.

YOU CAN GROW

• Plants

• Herbs

Sage, Garlic, etc.

• Cactus

San Pedro Cactus, Prickly Pear Cactus, etc.

• Succulents

• Flowers

OVERVIEW

In this article we will focus on three areas of using fluorescent

lights for growing medicianal and magical plants indoors:

1.  The different types of fluorescent lights and fixtures.

2. How to properly use fluorescent bulbs for growing plants.

3. The benefits of using fluorescent lighting to grow palnts.

 (Classic Tube Bulbs)

 (Classic Screw in Compact Bulbs)

Fluorescent lights have been used by the indoor grower since

they became popular in the 1960's and 70's. They have 

waxed and waned in there popularity as a grow light over the 

years, with changing technology and fades, but they have 

always been around and used by the  indoor grower in some 

stage of plant growth.  Today fluorescent lights are again 

growing in popularity due to lower prices and less energy 

usage as compared to a traditional light bulb. They are a 

great grow light for growing plants indoors.

Benefits of using Fluorescent lights

1. Low energy use. 67% less than regular bulb.

2. Inexpensive.

3. Great broad spectrum of light for plant growth.

4. Low heat.

5. Safer.

6. Long lasting. Can last 16 x longer.

7. Great for vegetative growth.

Negatives of using Fluorescent lights

1. Not so "Green" to make & dispose of.

2. Does not do well in cold temps.

3. Can start to "Flicker".

4. Takes a few seconds to fully warm up.

5. Must place lights close to plants for best results.

TYPES of Fluorescent Grow Lights & Fixtures

First, you must understand the different types of bulbs

available to the grower, and the strengths and weaknesses of 

each type of bulb.

There are two basic types of lights for use by the

indoor grower today, they are COMPACT FLUORESCENT

and TUBE FLUORESCENT light bulbs. We will provide

a good general overview of these bulbs.

FLUORESCENT TUBES

This is the type of long tube bulb we see in use by

most schools and offices. They emit light over a

long area. They have been used the longest by

indoor gardeners.

TWO TYPES OF TUBE FLUORESCENTS

1. STANDARD

2. INDUSTRIAL HIGH OUTPUT

COMPACT FLUORESCENT (CFL)

This is the new popular "screw in" type bulb that is

quickly replacing regular light bulbs in homes.

There are two basic types of bulbs, they

differ in the sockets they use.

TYPES OF COMPACT FLUORESCENTS (CFLs)

1. Normal Socket 

These grow bulbs screw into a standard

everyday light socket.

2. Industrial Socket

These grow bulbs screw into a special type of

fixture and socket and will not work in a

standard socket at all.

3. Plug In

Instead of screwing in, this one plugs into the socket.

COMPACT FLUORESCENT (CFL) WATTS

Compared to a standard incandescent light bulb.

CFL = Incandescent (Regular)

10w 40w

13w-15w 60w

20w 75w

26w-29w 100w

38w-42w 150w

55w 250w -300w

COMPACT FLUORESCENT (CFL) LUMENS

Light output averages.

CFL = LUMENS (light values)

10w 800

13w-15w 900

20w 1,200

25w-29w 1,850

38w-42w 2,800

55w 3,600

RULE OF GREEN THUMB (Tip 1)

Most plants need about 1,000 lumens of light

output per square foot for healthy growth.

RULE OF GREEN THUMB (Tip 2)

Fluorescent lights must be placed very close

to the tops of your plants for healthy growth

because the light is not very intense.

1-3 inches away from plants is best.

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