Gardeners want to enjoy growing all through the year, and with energy efficient Grow Light Kits, this is now a possibility! Replace low levels of winter light or grow in other places devoid of sunlight with this combination of powerful 200W low-energy horticultural lamps and metal reflectors. The bulbs wash 100% PAR (Photosynthetically Active Radiation) light at the correct spectrum over seeds and plants, allowing them to germinate and grow with impressive results. The single bulb kit lights 2 standard seed trays and the double bulb covers 3 trays - hooks are simply attached to the ceiling and the kits supported from height adjustable hangers. All fixings and 3m mains lead included.
• Available in Single or Double Bulb Kits • Each kit includes bulbs, reflector and easy-roll hangers • Spare 200W bulbs also available • Reflectors made from high quality steel, powder coated, fitted with louvre vents and have a mirrored inner surface • Hang reflector 60cm to 120cm above plants for best results • At this height a Single Bulb Kit covers area 50cm L x 33cm W x 12cm D • Double 1m long x 50cm W x 20cm D • Very low running costs - multiply 0.2kw (200W) by your energy provider's hourly unit rate to calculate • Bulbs completely safe - will not burn skin or clothes • Non-heat generating bulbs can be used as low as 3-4cm above plants • Produce fresh cut-and-come-again salads and herbs all year round • Lights are self-ballasting and need no transformer or ballast - just plug into mains • Hang lights from roof-struts in greenhouse, garden shed or garage
What The Experts Say...
Clare Foggett from Garden News recommends; "...buy a timer for your plug socket as well so you can set the light to come on and off automatically."
"A grow lamp in your greenhouse is a good way of getting seedlings and young plants off to an early start when natural light levels are low in winter. You can either leave the light on all through the day to increase the light intensity or turn it on early early morning or late afternoon to extend the day length, or both..."Do it in 30 Minutes, Garden News, January 6th 2009