AetvsDominvs
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I see a lot of posts referring to using the compact fluorescent lights for propagaion and am wondering if there is a reason for using them rather than the high output fluorescents, besides the obvious space considerations.
Is there any fundamental difference between the two types of lights?
If someone had unlimited space to grow, wouldnt the large HOF's be better to spread light coverage over a wider area? If the HO tubes are about 5k lumens each, would 12 tubes over a 15 square foot area give sufficient illumination for propagation if lowered to just above the plant tops? Or is there another reason I should use CFL's for this area?
These questions have been asked before undoubtedly, and I do my homework but am having a hard time really finding a concise answer on this; would hate to purchase the wrong items.
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Is there any fundamental difference between the two types of lights?
If someone had unlimited space to grow, wouldnt the large HOF's be better to spread light coverage over a wider area? If the HO tubes are about 5k lumens each, would 12 tubes over a 15 square foot area give sufficient illumination for propagation if lowered to just above the plant tops? Or is there another reason I should use CFL's for this area?
These questions have been asked before undoubtedly, and I do my homework but am having a hard time really finding a concise answer on this; would hate to purchase the wrong items.
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