First off, Hello to all... I am new to this forum, but not really new to growing.
My first grow experience was a closet grow in my house, but my parents had found it and threw out my plants...you can save the criticism about how bad of an idea that was, because I now realize it was really really stupid.
So basically, I've decided it is time for me to move out to an apartment and attempt to continue growing. A really good friend of mine has grown before and is basically helping me learn the process. He specifically has told me to NEVER grow in an apartment because that I will DEFINITELY get busted. He never would explain exactly why to me though.
My setup would probably involve these:
1. Either use a closet or grow tent
2. 400W or 600W HPS light & corresponding ballast
3. 3-5 plants
I would use intake/fans as well, just not decided what to use yet. I am very concerned about electricity use, and getting busted by law enforcement.
What do you guys think? Is growing in an apartment just too risky? I am in Houston TX, and I know laws concerning marijuana are pretty strict over here. Any help or input is appreciated!
My first grow experience was a closet grow in my house, but my parents had found it and threw out my plants...you can save the criticism about how bad of an idea that was, because I now realize it was really really stupid.
So basically, I've decided it is time for me to move out to an apartment and attempt to continue growing. A really good friend of mine has grown before and is basically helping me learn the process. He specifically has told me to NEVER grow in an apartment because that I will DEFINITELY get busted. He never would explain exactly why to me though.
My setup would probably involve these:
1. Either use a closet or grow tent
2. 400W or 600W HPS light & corresponding ballast
3. 3-5 plants
I would use intake/fans as well, just not decided what to use yet. I am very concerned about electricity use, and getting busted by law enforcement.
What do you guys think? Is growing in an apartment just too risky? I am in Houston TX, and I know laws concerning marijuana are pretty strict over here. Any help or input is appreciated!