which is better? 24/0 or 18/6 lights

[fluid69]

which is better? 24/0 or 18/6? I've heard root growth is better on 18/6, but 24/0 seems to make more since. I was wondering if anyone had experience/knowlege on this subject?

fluid69 Reviewed by fluid69 on 04-20-2009. which is better? 24/0 or 18/6 lights which is better? 24/0 or 18/6? I've heard root growth is better on 18/6, but 24/0 seems to make more since. I was wondering if anyone had experience/knowlege on this subject? Rating: 5

[Bonesdowns25]

which is better? 24/0 or 18/6? I've heard root growth is better on 18/6, but 24/0 seems to make more since. I was wondering if anyone had experience/knowlege on this subject?

I couldn't tell you exactly which is the best but from doing a lot of reading around forums, it seems that most people go with 18/6.

[Mr. Clandestine]

Which is better? It depends on who you ask...

Some growers swear by the 24/0 schedule, saying that growth is more explosive, especially a couple weeks into veg. Others say that roots experience the most efficient growth during dark periods. I don't think either explanation is written in stone, but neither seem to be all that harmful to the plants.

I've tried both, and didn't really notice much difference either way. I prefer 18/6 now, if for no other reason than the undisputed fact that it saves me money on my electricity bill. :jointsmile:

[fluid69]

yeah I figured most people went with 18/6 to save money on the power bill or help with heat issues. I just wonder if it does help root production. I couldn't help but notice in your quote that stinky seemed to be indorsing 24/0, and we all know stinky's the man!

[Mr. Clandestine]

I couldn't help but notice in your quote that stinky seemed to be indorsing 24/0, and we all know stinky's the man!

Haha, that's so true... and so obvious... guess that's probably why I didn't even notice it. I'm oblivious to all things obvious. :jointsmile:

Oh, and Stinky's a lady. :thumbsup:

[fluid69]

well she's a gifted lady. truely a wealth of knowledge.

[filo6942]

I use 24/0, works great!

[Dutch Pimp]

well she's a gifted lady. truely a wealth of knowledge.

:thumbsup:

[fluid69]

sweet! your 3000th post was in honor of stinky on 420. hells yeah!

[Mr. Clandestine]

well she's a gifted lady. truely a wealth of knowledge.

My thoughts exactly.