the light-hours is a debate that will probably always be disputed ... I have used the 18/6 veg 12/12 flower schedule successfully for a long, long time, have tried other schedules, but always go back ...
here is a very interesting article, by DJ Shorts, the famous breeder ... mid-way down, he starts discussing different light schedules, to bring out desired characteristics (imitating lighting schedules of the landrace origins) ... thought-provoking Breeding tips | Cannabis Culture Magazine :thumbsup:
the image reaper Reviewed by the image reaper on . Vegging light.. 24/0, 18/6 or 16/8? My plant is about 5 weeks in to vegging. I think its a Sativa because its tall and skinny (about 1 foot). I've been running it at 24/0 with CFL's. My electric bill has jumped $50 per month since growing.. I dunno how 6 23watt CFL's can make such a big difference, but regardless.. for a single plant, that is kind of expensive. Can I go to 18/6 or 16/8 without it going in to flowering? Are there ANY negative effects of this change or in the less light? Possibly my plant will take longer to Rating: 5