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organicNC Colfax, NC Feb 16, 2014

Hi, this will be my first year gardening and I know in order to start seeds inside I need a grow light set up. I have already gathered ideas for the shelving set up but I need to know what fixtures and bulbs to purchase. Do i need t12, t8, or something different? Cool white or warm, or one of each? Please help.

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cytf Staten Island, NY(Zone 6a) Feb 17, 2014

I purchased my grow light from Garden Supply Co on line . They have an assortment of them and it includes the lights and shelving that might be easier for you as a new commer like you. Check it out and see what you think and compare the cost of making one yourself.I just got the one for the counter since I was not familiar with them and I find it is enough for me since I start seeds at intervals . Once the first batch get tall enough I put them on a table near my sunny window and then put the next set of seedlings under the light. Hope this help.

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tommyr2006 Poughkeepsie, NY(Zone 6a) Feb 17, 2014

You can use regular flourescent shop lights. Thos 2 tube lights. Cheap at Home Depot or Lowes.

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organicNC Colfax, NC Feb 17, 2014

I went with t8 shop lights. Thanks :-)

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cytf Staten Island, NY(Zone 6a) Feb 18, 2014

Organic NC did you decide to make your own ?

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organicNC Colfax, NC Feb 19, 2014

Yes i am a diy gal....mostly cause i am cheap ;-)

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