Metal Halide Bulb Question

[Dutch Pimp]

Thanks DutchPimp

In the photos you have posted above; how many tubes do you have in that fixture? Looks like it could hold two--maybe three?
I have a 3x4 closet space that I will be using (for now anyway) so I am probly only going to be growing four palnts at the most. That is unless any of you think that four plants might be overdoing it for such a limited space. But hey if any of you think I could squeeze any more in there I'm totally open for suggestions.
So I guess what I am asking is if I am going to be growing around four plants then how many T-12 fluoro tubes in 5000k or 6500K cool white should I buy?

Thanks again :jointsmile:

Hi ...OA

1. It's just your standard 4 foot, dual bulb, shop light fixture. I can fit 4-5 seedlings under it. Another fixture would be needed for more plants.

2. Four flowering female plants is ideal size for a 3x4 closet. Hopefully, you have 7-8ft. ceiling height?..cause, you will need to raise the light during the grow.

3. As far as seedlings?...I would germinate twice as many seedlings; because you will remove the male plants when the flowering cycle starts and keep the best looking female plants....:thumbsup:..50% males is normal.

4. Bag seeds are a hit or miss deal. The better the genetics; the better the grow; but, they are a good learning experience. Good Luck.

Dutch Pimp Reviewed by Dutch Pimp on 08-30-2009. Metal Halide Bulb Question Hello everyone :jointsmile: My question is this: Is it ok for me to use my metal halide bulb on first sprouts? Or should I make a seperate grow box and use fluorescent bulbs? If I am not supposed to use my mh bulb first then when should I transfer from fluorescent to mh? :smokin: Rating: 5