I use 125w cfl for seedlings, I keep within about 4-6inches to reduce stretching, depending on the amount of seeds I sometimes add more cfls, but right now Im planning on upgrading to some t5 panels that are sweet. If I were you I would get whatever you can afford, you can go to walmart and get a flourescent setup, make sure to get the grow/plant bulbs, not sure the exact price but not too much. I got the 125w cfl bulb w/reflector for about $60.00 and works pretty good, but I only use it for couple weeks before they go under metal halide to get them bushier, even the ones that are going outside this year are now under a MH lamp, but Im trying to get them as big as possible before they go outside in late april. Main thing is with seedlings is just make sure they dont stretch too much, which means you want the lights close and providing enough for them to use and grow. Hit me up if you have any questions, I'll try to help you out if you need it. Peace