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Illuminants for your grow box

Various illuminants are used for indoor breeding. Energy-saving lamps and metal halide lamps are used for breeding and growth. Sodium vapour lamps are ideal for plants in bloom. In small spaces, cuttings and young plants can also be illuminated with fluorescent tubes. Illuminants are available in various wattages, but in principle you should use approx. 400W light output per square metre to illuminate the area properly.

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The importance of lighting in indoor cultivation

Lighting plays a very important role in indoor cultivation. This is because plants need light to generate energy for their own growth. As the sun in your grow tent unfortunately cannot provide optimal light, lamps must be used to replace the sunlight. To do this, they should provide a light spectrum optimised for plants and sufficient power.

Light spectrum and effect

In the context of indoor lighting, a number of abbreviations and designations are always used to describe lamps and their type of lighting. Lumens indicate how strong the emitted light is for the human eye. A light that appears very bright to the human eye does not necessarily have the same effect on plants. The wavelength of the light is important for effective lighting. Depending on the wavelength, the plant is able to produce more or less energy. The optimum effective range for plants is in the 300-700 mm wavelength range. Furthermore, the so-called photon flux can be used to define the suitability of a illuminants for plants. The photon flux in the range relevant for the plant is measured.

However, you don't have to become an expert in illuminants to make a sensible decision. We offer you a clear selection of illuminants that we have selected for our shop based on their performance. All the illuminants we list have been specially selected for use with plants and provide your protégés with the best possible growing environment.

Why are our illuminants particularly suitable as plant lamps?

The illuminants are optimised to meet the needs of plants. They emit light in the correct wavelength range, which is crucial for photosynthesis and plant growth. This allows plants to grow better and faster under plant lamps than under conventional light.

MH illuminants or HPS illuminants: When should I use which?

Metal halide lamps (MH) are ideal for the vegetative phase of plant growth. They emit a bluish light that promotes the development of strong roots and green foliage. Sodium vapour lamps (HPS), on the other hand, are ideal for the flowering phase, as their warm, reddish light favours the formation of flowers and fruits. A combination of both lamp types can optimally support overall plant growth.

The efficiency of sodium vapour lamps compared to LED full spectrum plant lamps

Although sodium vapour lamps have been tried and tested plant lamps for a long time, they are overshadowed by modern LED full spectrum plant lamps in terms of efficiency and energy consumption. LED plant lamps are more energy-efficient, longer-lasting and offer a broader spectrum of light wavelengths, which is ideal for the different growth phases of plants. When it comes to long-term cost savings and environmental friendliness, LED plant lamps are the best choice.

Distance to plant tip for sodium vapour lamps and air-cooled reflectors

The distance between the tip of the plant and the sodium vapour lamp is crucial to avoid burns or other damage to the plants. In general, the distance should be around 30 to 50 cm for sodium vapour lamps. The distance can be shortened by using air-cooled reflectors, as these dissipate the heat better and therefore allow the lamp to be positioned closer.

Plant lamps to winter plants

Yes, you can also successfully winter your plants with plant lamps. The artificial lighting compensates for the lack of daylight and your plants can continue to grow and thrive even in the darker months.

Is a plant lamp worthwhile in a light-flooded room such as a greenhouse?

Absolutely! Plant lamps can also offer a decisive advantage in light-flooded rooms such as greenhouses. They increase the light intensity and ensure a uniform light spectrum wherever natural sunlight may be insufficient or unevenly distributed. This allows you to fully utilise the growth potential of your plants in the greenhouse and achieve the best yield.

We invite you to discover our diverse selection of plant lamps and pamper your plants with the optimum light spectrum. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have! Choose your perfect plant lamp now and immerse your plants in a sea of healthy light.

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