Light is the single biggest factor in how well plants grow indoors. A good LED grow light uses less power and runs cooler than older lighting, and it can be matched to what you are growing.
Match the light to the plant
- Leafy greens, herbs and microgreens need less light and do well with a smaller panel or bar light.
- Fruiting plants like tomatoes and peppers need much more light and a larger, more powerful fixture.
What to look for
- Full spectrum: white full-spectrum LEDs support every growth stage and make plants look natural.
- Coverage area: check the footprint the maker lists and size it to your shelf or tent.
- Actual wattage: compare the real power draw, not an "equivalent" number.
- Dimming and timers: make it easy to give seedlings gentler light and keep a steady day length.
- Heat and noise: passive cooling is quieter.
Hang height and hours
Follow the maker's hanging height, and raise the light if leaves bleach or curl. Most leafy crops do well with 14 to 16 hours of light a day; flowering plants often need a set schedule.
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