AmateurAspirations
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Hi guys,
I'm planning on turning my only closet into a grow box. It's over 8 feet tall, 2 feet deep and has a slanting wall that runs 3 feet to 5 feet wide. At first I just want to toss some auto's in there to get a feel for what I am delving into.
My first concern is what light to run with? I know that everyone recommends a HPS. I'm almost prepared to make that investment, but bfore i do I'd like to get opinions on wattage...
Should I purchase a 600w or can I go lower, to a 400w or possibly even lower and supplement with a decent CFL? My budget is limited but I will kick out the cash if the higher wattage really does make the difference in the end.
I'm also concerned with the heat! Ventilation is going to be a pair of holes cut into the walls and passive for the time being...
I'm only growing for myself and possibly a friend who is very ill. If a more costly system is only going to bring me a slight yield, is it worth it to surpass the cost for now until I am ready to expand?
I'm planning on turning my only closet into a grow box. It's over 8 feet tall, 2 feet deep and has a slanting wall that runs 3 feet to 5 feet wide. At first I just want to toss some auto's in there to get a feel for what I am delving into.
My first concern is what light to run with? I know that everyone recommends a HPS. I'm almost prepared to make that investment, but bfore i do I'd like to get opinions on wattage...
Should I purchase a 600w or can I go lower, to a 400w or possibly even lower and supplement with a decent CFL? My budget is limited but I will kick out the cash if the higher wattage really does make the difference in the end.
I'm also concerned with the heat! Ventilation is going to be a pair of holes cut into the walls and passive for the time being...
I'm only growing for myself and possibly a friend who is very ill. If a more costly system is only going to bring me a slight yield, is it worth it to surpass the cost for now until I am ready to expand?