hps and cfl together worth the hassle?

candleguy

Active Member
basically i have a 400w hps as my main grow light but i have 10 spare 20w cfl 2700k lamps with holders, should i set these up aswell and use them as side lights aswell? also could i have them resting on the floor of the tent to shine up or should they mainly be used on the sides thanks
 

Merlin34

Well-Known Member
I use cfls for side lighting all around the outside of my hps. I like being able to move them wherever I think needs a bit more light.
 

ProdigalSun

Well-Known Member
Yes, use them. I pick on CFL a lot here, but that's because they aren't being used right, like driving screws with a hammer. Using CFL to supplement a T-5 or HPS is better than ideal. I've done it and the plants love it.

Growing exclusively on CFL is something like an I/V / liquid diet for someone in a hospital.
 

Merlin34

Well-Known Member
Yes.... You need the hps first and foremost. The cfls are icing on the cake. At least for me.
 
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