Lower temperature question

[MrHappy]

I am on the east coast and recently the temps have been pretty low. The temperature inside my grow box has been staying 60-70 degrees sometimes falling to 50s during the night (which the lights are still on.. my light cycle is 5:30pm to 11:30am), will this adversely affect growing or will these temporary lower temperatures be alright..?

MrHappy Reviewed by MrHappy on 04-14-2008. Lower temperature question I am on the east coast and recently the temps have been pretty low. The temperature inside my grow box has been staying 60-70 degrees sometimes falling to 50s during the night (which the lights are still on.. my light cycle is 5:30pm to 11:30am), will this adversely affect growing or will these temporary lower temperatures be alright..? Rating: 5

[mushaboom]

theyll grow a little bit slower because of the cold at first but once they get good root systems going it should be warmer outside. youll be fine, itll just take a little more time. if youre uber concerned maybe you could get a heating pad to keep the soil warm, but it isnt necessarry. good l uck!

[stinkyattic]

Stick a 'seedling heat mat' under your plants. Low temps will make any soil problems MUCH worse, slow growth, and decrease yield. You can get the mat at any good garden store for $25 USD.