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Proper lights are an important part of the Hydroponic plant cultivation system. Aside from water and nutrients, proper amounts of lighting are just as important. This is because, as most of us know, plants also eat nutrients by a process called photosynthesis. Without light, it's very difficult for it to flourish. Not just that, plants also require light with distinct wavelengths to be able to grow and mature properly. Including plants grown for flowers along with fruits. There are several alternative ideas when it comes to proper lighting. The following part of the article will cope with LED or light emitting diode grow lamps.


LED lights


Of all the different lighting solutions for hydroponics, LED grow lamps include the newest addition to the family. The engineering behind these bulbs has improved greatly over the years. It quickly gained acceptance with growers due to its effectiveness. The main reason because of this is because these lamps emit a diverse spectrum in wave length and create small amounts of heat, in terms of the amount of light produced. Not only this, LED lamps are extremely durable and will last for many years. The only complaint on them is the higher initial purchase cost. But this cost is more than made up by its efficiency and sturdiness.

LED lights are some of the best lights available in the market today. Compared to older incandescent bulbs, these are approximately seventy percent better. This means you will be able to replace a 60-70 watt bulb with an LED that is only around 8-10 watts. As far as coloring of the light goes, LED lamps can certainly match color with some of the other alternatives. Ultimately lighting needs depends upon the plant. Some plants require more light as opposed to runners. LED's come in several levels of wattage based on the needs you have.

The bottom line is that, plants basically need 2 different wave lenghts for growth. Photosynthesis is necessary to provide healthy growth of the stems leaving. This in turn needs red-orange light. To stimulate flowering and fruit production, the plant needs violet-blue light. Everything that you, the grower, need to understand is that LED grow lights may be engineered to meet those two needs. As mentioned before they create a minimum amount of heat, and that means you will not have install cooling systems. With a few of the other lighting options a cooling system is a must, other wise there's always the chance of leaves withering.


LED grow lights