roots hate light they will die in that transparent tub ,roots hate light this is a proven fact if it was not why dont we get transparent plant pots its a big no no. so im with u hal. also if you dont get them into seperate pots the roots will tangle then your grow will be a waste if time its all in the end product thats were the strenth of the grower comes into play ,anyway its your first grow and its all about learning just listen to the growers on heere they will keep you right.the postman.