Yeah, it was 5 feet away because I was afraid I'd cook 'em the first day. I absolutely plan to get it way closer. I just thought maybe I'd work up to that after a few days. They were under florescent while rooting and I didn't want them to freak out from suddenly going into dirt and having way stronger lights at the same time. I am new to this, but experience with years of growing other types of plants tells me that could happen. Just a guess though, so I do appreciate everyone's input.
Sprite Reviewed by Sprite on . light question on newly transplanted clones Howdy pals. I have 6 AK-47 clones, newly rooted, that I just put into 1 gallon soil pots a few days ago. While rooting, the clones were under a fluorescent plant tube. After I put them in dirt, I turned on the 250 watt HPS (I know MH is better to veg, but this is what I have now) and within 2 hours, they looked floppy and stressed. My water and soil are ph 6.5, closet was at 85 degrees yesterday because of the outdoor heat and the light, but very well ventilated. I put them back to the Rating: 5