Plants are akin to people, plants need proper food, sufficient air, and adequate light to grow strong and healthy. It is said that plants are indispensable to the equilibrium of the life on earth, and now you can grow various plants with the help of fluorescent grow lights. The artificial lights are alternative supplements of sunlight which are easily obtainable in the market. So whether you are a passionate gardener or a beginner you can use the plant lights for its faster growth and hydroponic applications.
Many people have opted for fluorescent grow lights, which works wonders on small garden areas. Most of these grow lights are used for growing vegetables such as spinach, leaf lettuce and various herbs. Apart from it you can also grow full sized plants that produce flowers and fruits. The fluorescent light increases the strength, health, and the growth rate of the plants. So now you do not have to bother about the season and can enjoy, gardening your desired vegetation, through the year.
Fluorescent light provides all the required light for a plants growth; it increases the length of the day to generate specific growth, and even acts as a supplement to sunlight. The fluorescent lights will keep your indoor plants like citrus, orchids, violets, and hibiscus blossoming all through the year. Selecting an appropriate light is very vital for the growth of the plant. Compact fluorescent lights are available in the market with both the cool and warm versions to opt for. The lights should be fixed around 10 to 12 inches above the plant in case of clones and seeds.
You can easily place these lights on top of the plants at a distance between 1 to 4 inches, as it emits little heat. Make sure to replace the fluorescent grow lights ever month because dirt and dust can reduce the amount of light produced. When the end of the light darkens, it's an indication for replacement. You should put your hand where the light touches the plants, and if you sense any warmth, then the light is too close. Every plant requires different intensity, color and duration of light for proper growth. You can buy standard, compact, and high output fluorescent grow lights according to your needs.
