After reading quite a few topics on this site I have a more refined vision of what I would like to have set up.

Since I am somewhat limited on space I think that a 400w HPS/MH Cool Tube system is ideal, in order to keep the heat down and to put the light closer to the canopy.

I found this deal from HTG on Ebay, it seems like a exactly what I would want to use. 400 watt both HPS & MH GROW LIGHT GLASS COOL TUBE 400w - eBay (item 180180080184 end time Aug-09-08 14:25:28 PDT)

Would it be necessary to have a few Fluorescent bulbs to feed more light to the sides of the plants? I have also found a good deal on these bulbs. From what I have read on this forum, Heat and Electricity is not to much of an obstacle with these lights.


I am confused which reflective material to use, Mylar or Poly? For this size of a closet what material would be more effective?

Growing organically in soil is there an ideal Plant Food mix, and possibly other nutrients worth using in soil? This is what I know least about.

I am starting to become a bit overwhelmed with all the options I have and what would be best for the space I have.

If any of you can offer some insight that would be greatly appreciated!
Obscurus Reviewed by Obscurus on . First Grow, Tips and suggestions wanted!! Hello, This is my first post here at this forum. I have been wanting to grow my own buds for a while now and I am finally making that dream a reality. I have ordered some Blueberry NL from Dr.Atomic and I am going to start a closet grow. I included and attachment which contains a diagram of the room I will eventually set up. I will cover the walls with mylar Now, I have a question about soil. I am planning on ordering Fox Farms Ocean Forest Potting mix; Is this a good soil to use and Rating: 5