Fluorescents can have the correct spectrum if you purchase the correct spectrum but you'll only achieve enough lumens with multiple fluorescent bulbs. Would take 19 43 watt CFL's to equal one 400 watt hps in lumens and your power useage would be more with the CFL's.
Marc Benson Reviewed by Marc Benson on . I have a Question Im a newb at growing and i want to know a couple things. Will Flouresent light bulbs work out well or do i need something else. Whats the light cycle for veging....i know what it is for flowering. Thanks :D Rating: 5