RooRman
Well-Known Member
I advise you don't grow only one plant. If it turns out male then you have not only a huge disappointment but need to start all over. I recommend planting a minimum of two.
I recommend you use a 250w system for flowering even just one female plant. The coverage and ability of the light to penetrate the canopy using a 70w system is somewhat inadequate and is much less then a 250w system. The 250w systems do not run very hot and with proper ventilation temp. control is manageable.
I have a Sunleaves Pulsar Mini 400w switchable ballast. There are some things you should be aware of with this system. First, there are no vents to attach ductwork and fans to the system. Second, the fact that it contains the ballast and reflector in one unit makes it very heavy. Make sure you have something strong enough to secure it to. The unit weighs about 30lbs. minus the bulb and safety lens. Otherwise it is a very nice compact system perfect for closet growing.
Space blankets are made from Mylar which is very light reflective, however it also reflects heat very well. Painting the walls flat white is a good alternative if temps. are of concern.
I recommend you use a 250w system for flowering even just one female plant. The coverage and ability of the light to penetrate the canopy using a 70w system is somewhat inadequate and is much less then a 250w system. The 250w systems do not run very hot and with proper ventilation temp. control is manageable.
I have a Sunleaves Pulsar Mini 400w switchable ballast. There are some things you should be aware of with this system. First, there are no vents to attach ductwork and fans to the system. Second, the fact that it contains the ballast and reflector in one unit makes it very heavy. Make sure you have something strong enough to secure it to. The unit weighs about 30lbs. minus the bulb and safety lens. Otherwise it is a very nice compact system perfect for closet growing.
Space blankets are made from Mylar which is very light reflective, however it also reflects heat very well. Painting the walls flat white is a good alternative if temps. are of concern.