What are the chances of getting caught because of ordering online from seedboutique.com?
very tough call, more chance of it being a source of long term paranoia than actually being caught

Would a 50/50 Perlite/Peat Moss be a high quality way to start germinated seeds before transplanting to Ocean Forest?
I recommend rockwool

Is 400w HID enough for 4 plants, with Mylar surroundings?
yes, depends on how big you want to grow them... you should consider flowering them at 12-18 inches tall

Is there a big different between MH lighting on seedlings and CFL's?
yes,, if you use an MH or any hid for clones/seedlings.. you need to make sure you don't burn your plants and/or dry out your medium, ventilation and light proximity will be key when using HID lighting on babies

Why do people use CFL's in combination with HID's?
CFLs are easy to use as side lighting

what local stores would contain HID lighting or MH Lighting?
Home depot or any hydro store

Is fresh air that vital and would put C02 into the air replace the need for this?
sort of and YES

Of the 3 ways to put a germinated seed in the pot, which direction should I use?
i don't understand the question.. but I recommend germinating in rockwool cubes

How often do I water, should I worry about root rot?
only water when the soil is dry and the pot is light, the exception being when you have seedings.. young tender roots need to be kept moist.. drainage holes are a must in your pot... water with less frequency but with heavy saturation... this promotes even root growth and avoids root rought... you should not be watering more than every 3-10 days depending on temperature, plant size, container size


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