I used 48", 40-watt fluorescent tubes for many years ... I got up to 12 tubes, when I finally switched to HPS ... the quality of the product is no better than with the fluoros, but the growth rate and yield is much better with the sodium ... fluoros have their advantages, primarily with even light distribution, and cooler running, but I am talking about the 48" tubes, not the CFLs ... I feel the CFLs have the disadvantage of 'spot' lighting, as opposed to the well distributed light of the tubes ... :smokin:
the image reaper Reviewed by the image reaper on . Fluorescent Lighting Question Hey all -- first time grower here. I haven't started my garden yet, but I'm doing some investigating and have run into a question: Is it possible to grow using nothing but fluorescent lighting? I know it's alright during the early stages, and a few people keep telling me that it shouldn't be a problem all the way thru, but everything that I read says fluourescents just don't give off enough light for the flowering stage. Anyone have any advice? Since it's my first time, should I just try to Rating: 5