Lights for Starting Seeds

 We would be remiss if we did not point out that the inexpensive utitlity fluorescent shop light at Home Depot or Lowes will work in starting seeds.  What we show below are improvements over that basic approach.

 

Hydrofarm JSV2 2-Foot Jump Start T5 Grow Light System

by Hydrofarm

  • Easily adjustable light height for growing plants
  • Great for African violets, other houseplants and for getting an early start with garden vegetables
  • Sturdy, durable and energy efficient
  • T5 high output grow light fixture and bulb. 6' grounded cord with on/off switch
  • Super easy assembly

The 2 ft wide Jump Start T5 Grow Light System is ideal for seedlings, cuttings, flowers and house plants. The super efficient T5 lights help you grow faster by providing 15-20% more lumens than traditional grow lights. It features a simple toggle clamp for easy lamp height adjustment, and the fixture has an internal reflective finish that directs more light to plants. Ideal for African Violets, orchids, flowering bulbs, vegetables, seedlings and cuttings. Super easy assembly.

 

Hydrofarm Jump Start T5 Grow Light System

  • Light system for starting seeds, propagating cuttings, and growing indoor flowers and houseplants
  • Feather-touch height-adjustment mechanism raises or lowers fixture easily; energy efficient
  • Premium-quality UL/CSA-listed fluorescent fixture with wide reflector provides maximum coverage
  • T5 high output grow light fixture and bulb. 6' grounded cord with on/off switch
  • Measures approximately 50 by 18-1/2 by 30 inches; full 1-year warranty

The 4 ft wide Jump Start T5 Grow Light System is ideal for seedlings, cuttings, flowers and house plants. The super efficient T5 lights help you grow faster by providing 15-20% more lumens than traditional grow lights. It features a simple toggle clamp for easy lamp height adjustment, and the fixture has an internal reflective finish that directs more light to plants. Ideal for African Violets, orchids, flowering bulbs, vegetables, seedlings and cuttings. Super easy assembly.

Lights of America Fluorescent Grow Light System with 2 T8 Grow Bulbs - 2 Foot

by Flora Hydroponics

  • Shop light style fluorescent system
  • On and off pull chain
  • Used for germinating seeds and mature plants
  • Includes all hardware for hanging
  • Comes with two T8 bulbs

Great grow light at an unbelievable price. Unlike other 2 foot grow light fixtures, this one includes 2 grow tubes. Unbeatable value! This light is perfect for germinating seeds, rooting cuttings or supplemental lighting for mature plants. The bulbs are 4100k emitting 3100 lumens.

 

Agrosun™ Fluorescent Light Bulbs



SIMPLY THE BEST FULL SPECTRUM FLUORESCENT
Get natural look and growth with a fluorescent that matches 93% of the sun's spectrum. Favored by African Violet and other flower enthusiasts. Each 48" tube puts out 2,450 lumens. Available in 24" or 48" sizes.

To find a retailer offering this product go to www.hydrofarm.com

 

POWER-GRO™


The Power-Gro™ is a spectrum-balanced, self-ballasted high intensity 150-watt grow bulb that delivers plenty of light for light-loving orchids, ornamentals, tropicals, flowers and more. Simply screw it into any ceramic socketed floodlight-type fixture and get growing!

Three times as powerful as ordinary incandescent grow lights
Full spectrum light for all plants

150 watts — 8000 hour life

Efficient built-in reflector

Puts out over 3000 lumens

One year guarantee

To determine a retail source for this product go to www.hydrofarm.com


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