Brand spankin new at this

[FreeinAK]

I'm about to set up a closet grow in this closet: View attachment 436410 It's 2'X5'6"X5'8" to the rod, from which I plan to hang the light.

I plan to grow 6 plants, in soil, in 5 gallon (really 3.7 gallon liquid measure) using this plan: https://www.autoflower.org/f44/new-growers-guide-grow-@-lowes-[easy-dirt-guide-]-16495.html I am letting this grow happen naturally, I may get into SOG or SCROG at a later date, but not now. If I need more light for that, I'll cross that bridge when I come to it.

Since I'm legal at 6 plants or less, stealth is not a huge concern. I'll probably remove the closet doors.

I'm looking at these strains: http://www.herbiesheadshop.com/heavyweight-massive-midget-autoflowering-feminised-seeds-4649, http://www.herbiesheadshop.com/dutch-passion-think-different-autoflowering-feminised-seeds-3373 and probably one of these because I'm in a hurry: http://sweetseeds.es/official/en/speed/ .

I'm considering the 450W Reflector. I'd also consider 2 300s but that would really break the bank.

One advantage I can see to getting 2 300s is that I could adjust them independently, allowing for some plants to grow taller than the others.

BTW, I have to buy from Amazon, because I have no money, but I have credit with them.

Is the 450 enough? Would 2 300s be worth the extra cost?

Also, will I need anything to hang the light(s) on that rod? If so, is there anything on Amazon that you would recommend?

 

[Papa Munch]

Can't help you out with the lights as I'm just starting myself but as far as hangers....I use these and they work great. I fasten the hook to the rod with zip ties.

http://www.amazon.com/Global-Gs-han...)improved+Silver-painted+Metal+Internal+Gears

 

[Weedman30]

The 144x3w Reflector would better cover that area since it's longer.

The 192x3w is more for square areas.

 

[FreeinAK]

I'm actually debating between the three panel or two of the two panels

This: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DPS7UUM/ref=ox_sc_sfl_image_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AKPEMWWZ95494

or two of the smaller option, like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DPS3L78/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AKPEMWWZ95494

The second option will break the bank,. but....

It seems that my grow area is right on the borderline.

I'd spend the extra money if I could expect to see significantly greater yield.

 

[Weedman30]

Go with The 450w 144x3w which is the first light you posted.

http://www.mars-hydro.com/reflector-led-grow-light-144-3w-100.html

$50 cheaper as well on link above

 

[Need4Weed]

Hey bro, just a heads up, you can buy from Herbies at this site www.autofloweringseeds.com/ and everything is on the up and up. You will receive your emails from Herbies and you can use the promo code Herbies for a 10% discount. The best thing is you get autoflower freebies with your order. I also heard you can use your Herbies log in info, but I had to make a new account, so I can't say first hand. However, I did put in an order that was shipped this past Monday with conformation from Herbies ... Peace bro!!!



There's been a thread in the last month about whether the site is legit or not, I didn't post in it, so I can't tell you where to find it, but a few of the highly regarded members here checked it out and that was good enough for me ... Peace!

 

[tag60435]

On the lights. I am just completing my first LED grow, and I used the 96x3 reflector series. I grew out 2 Dinafem Original Amnesia Autos. The single light that I used on this grow did an admirable job. I have already decided however that I will be adding a second light for the next grow. More is always better, (well usually at least). In the size and shape of your closet however, I would probably just bump up to the 144x3, long and thin is good in your case. Good luck.

LLAP

 

[FreeinAK]

If I do this, it will be longer (almost the length of my closet), but no wider. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DPS3L78/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AKPEMWWZ95494

Both on this thread and on the other, there seems to be a miscommunication. I am either getting one 144x3 light (the 450 equiv), OR 2 96X3 lights which I would put end to end. If I put two 96X3 lights end to end, that would make it 4.5'X1' (135cmX32.5cm).

 

[tag60435]

If I do this, it will be longer (almost the length of my closet), but no wider. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DPS3L78/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AKPEMWWZ95494

Both on this thread and on the other, there seems to be a miscommunication. I am either getting one 144x3 light (the 450 equiv), OR 2 96X3 lights which I would put end to end. If I put two 96X3 lights end to end, that would make it 4.5'X1' (135cmX32.5cm).

No no, I get it. Either of the suggested lights will serve your purpose. Your grow space is 1 plant deep and 3 plants wide (approx). That is based on the assumption that you will be growing these plants out and each plant will have about a 2' square footprint. (My plants were both this size once the side branching matured and filled in). In this case, at maturity, 3 plants will touch the walls at each end and all down the width of the closet. A single 144x3 would allow these plants to grow and produce, but maybe not thrive as well as they could, since all light is coming from a single source point. The 96x3 lights would give you more flexibility and 2 source points for light. Placed end to end you can get some separation and cover the closet from side to side.