Hi everyone! I'm living in an apartment in the Phoenix area, and unfortunately, my management doesn't allow me to put plants on my patio ledges or windows. Plus, most of my windows are covered with blackout blinds because my husband works night shifts at the ER, so there's really only one window that's shaded and too high to get much sunlight. I'm planning to get a metal shelving unit since my current stand is too small for all my plants. Right now, I have a three-headed grow light that I use for about 12 hours a day, but it won't fit with the shelves. Could anyone suggest the best grow lights for my setup? I'm new to succulents and have a few kinds, including a string of turtles, haworthia obtusa, lavender pebbles, pachyphytum bubble candy, Karoo rose, and even a rescue plant that I'm trying to revive. Any recommendations would be super helpful!
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You might want to explore some grow light options mentioned in the Light and Watering wiki. They have really informative posts about the best lights to use. If you’re looking for specs, check out some other threads too; there’s a ton of information out there to help you find what you need!
For indoor succulents, I highly recommend checking out Barrina and Sansi lights; they’re favorites among enthusiasts! I personally use Barrina T5s—two for each shelf—and I run them for about 12-16 hours a day. My plants have been thriving without any signs of stretching, and they even have great color variations. Definitely look into these brands for good results!
When choosing grow lights, aim for Full Spectrum LEDs that are at least 20+ Watts. Brands like Spider Farmer, VIPAR Spectra, Barrina, and Mars Hydro are highly recommended. They've worked wonders for my plants. Just be sure to check the wattage if you go for shorter tube lights—10W can be enough if they're a foot long!