Well, I just purchased a Metal Halide light off craigslist, wired to 110v and normal power plug.
Came with a 400w Coated MH Bulb.
Paid 60$.
IMO this was very cheap comparing to $100+ I see all over ebay.

Right now the plants are starting week 2 of 12/12 still using the CFLS I had sitting around. All plants are about 3 feet tall, maybe not even. ALL are females. They are all topped once. some stacked better than others and some stretched because of the light .

Now My question is this.

Since I don't have any money to buy a HPS Conversion Bulb, and Didn't have enough to afford an HPS light system.

How should I flower these things? Should I continue the grow with the CFLS? Or should I just switch over to the MH for the time being until next grow? Will the MH still flower better than the CFLS?

Also They are a coated bulb, most people have clear. I read up on this and people say the coated is fine, and wont really matter, is this true? \

One more thing, Heat, this is in a walk in closet about 5feet X 3 feet, will heat be an issue with this new lamp?

*Please don't suggest HPS or conversion bulb. I can't afford it and I will get one next time around.*


Thanks suggestions are appreciated.

PS This is my second grow, last time I did with CFLS and it came out fire, but not a lot of yield.
IshbOO Reviewed by IshbOO on . picked up MH Lights CHEAP, suggestions? Well, I just purchased a Metal Halide light off craigslist, wired to 110v and normal power plug. Came with a 400w Coated MH Bulb. Paid 60$. IMO this was very cheap comparing to $100+ I see all over ebay. Right now the plants are starting week 2 of 12/12 still using the CFLS I had sitting around. All plants are about 3 feet tall, maybe not even. ALL are females. They are all topped once. some stacked better than others and some stretched because of the light :(. Now My question is Rating: 5