About 2 weeks ago, I set out to research grow lights to supplement the scarce natural light we get here at 51°N. But after looking at quite a few offers, I decided to DIY it. My requirements don't ...

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Growing plants indoors can be a great hobby for anyone who doesn’t have a yard or who wants to grow plants all year round. Experienced growers appreciate the amount of control they have over the ...

Indoor growing offers many advantages. The biggest benefits are the most obvious: garden pests can’t get at your plants, and you have total control over the weather. Yet unless you’re lucky enough to ...

Little natural light in your home doesn’t have to mean living without plants — if you invest in an LED grow light. These lights deliver a full spectrum of light, replicating what plants would get from ...

Growing vegetables indoors may not be viable, or rather, it would be difficult to have a bountiful indoor garden without adequate light. Moreover, the natural light that plants need may not be enough, ...