From the beginning

[ilovebuds]

I’m resetting things. Starting from the beginning.
First is this GROWTENT and LIGHTING up to par?

 

[Hippie420]

If you've got the room, go for a 4x4 tent. You'll thank me later.

 

[ilovebuds]

I actually already bought the growtent I linked to. It was a pain in the arse to assemble. I’m growing no more than four plants. Will it do?

 

[ilovebuds]

I also already bought the lighting I linked to as well

 

[T_Dub]

I would return that lighting if you can and pick up a better light……

 

[Thomas81]

I can only see you getting one plant in that tent and the light will not give any decent bud.

 

[ilovebuds]

I planted my plant outdoors in like May. I brought it indoors in late September. I’ve had the lamp on it since then and haven’t noticed any growth. Any lights you’d go with? I’m only looking to grow a plant maybe as many as three. I’m not trying to grow a big ‘ol farm. Just for fun.

 

[T_Dub]

I’ve had the lamp for close to a month and haven’t noticed any growth. Any lights you’d go with? I’m only looking to grow a plant maybe as many as three. I’m not trying to grow a big ‘ol farm. Just for fun.

You’re in luck with all of the Black Friday sales this week. I just finished doing my share of LED research but I don’t know enough to recommend a specific lamp with enough data to back up my recommendation. But if I can guide your research, I’d start by looking at some of the reputable brands out there instead of these anonymous Amazon/Ebay brands that seem to promise more light output than they deliver.

A few reputable entry level brands that come to mind (in no particular order) include AC Infinity, Spider Farmer, ViparSpectra, Vivosun, Mars Hydro). Apologies if I missed anyone. Youtube videos by Migro and CocoforCannabis also provide some excellent LED comparisons. You should be able to get a great lamp designed for a 2x2 for under $100 this holiday.

While I am not an expert on light spectrum, I can say that I was impressed with the quality feel of the AC Infinity T22 and the ViparSpectra XS1500 I used last year. Both are designed for 2’x2’ tents. I would expect similar quality from any of these manufacturers but it’s definitely worth reading and watching more current reviews since technology has changed since I bought those.

Good luck…hope that at least gets you started with your research.

 

[KGB]

I’m resetting things. Starting from the beginning.
First is this GROWTENT and LIGHTING up to par?

I realize you are on a budget. This is the cheapest full spectrum light I can find because that one won’t cut it

Vivosun Grow Light $60

 

[ilovebuds]

Not really on much of a budget. But if I can save some money that would be great. My max for lighting is $200.

I found these on Amazon.
Which would you go with?

GROWING LAMPS

Or if you have any other recommendations?

 

[T_Dub]

Not really on much of a budget. But if I can save some money that would be great. My max for lighting is $200.

I found these on Amazon.
Which would you go with?

GROWING LAMPS

Or if you have any other recommendations?

I like a lot of wattage…..maybe this will help.

 

[Hippie420]

Not really on much of a budget. But if I can save some money that would be great. My max for lighting is $200.

I found these on Amazon.
Which would you go with?

GROWING LAMPS

Or if you have any other recommendations?

The LED boys will chime in. I'm still a neanderthal and use MH/HPS. If I was just starting out, I'd go LED.

 

[ilovebuds]

Just making sure: Is a higher wattage lamp more desirable?
Sorry about my cluelessness.

 

[Oscarzuma]

40 watts per square foot is considered standard for led's. Less wattage will equal less yield and buds that don't quite finish. More wattage won't get you much more than a bigger electric bill..