Growing questions
The questions growers ask most, with an honest answer and the gear that goes with it. Can’t find yours? Ask below.
- Tent & space Do I need to insulate or soundproof my grow room? No, but you need to deal with fan noise. Most of what you hear is the inline fan, so start there rather than lining the walls. Read the answer →
- Tent & space How do I stop light leaking out of my grow tent? Close every zipper, cinch the vent and cable sleeves tight, and tape any seam that shows light. Then check it from outside in a dark room with the ... Read the answer →
- Tent & space Where in my home can I put a grow tent? Anywhere you can control access, temperature and noise: a spare room, cellar, attic or large closet. Avoid spots that run very hot or damp, or wher... Read the answer →
- Tent & space How much weight can a grow tent frame hold? It varies by tent, so check the load rating in the spec sheet before hanging anything heavy. Never hang gear from the fabric. Read the answer →
- Tent & space What is the best lining inside a grow tent? Reflective Mylar or white diamond-pattern fabric, which most tents come with. What matters more is that it is smooth and wrinkle-free. Read the answer →
- Tent & space Do I need two tents, one for veg and one for flowering? No. One tent is fine: grow on 18 hours of light, then switch to 12/12 for flowering. A second tent only helps if you want to run plants in both sta... Read the answer →
- Tent & space How much does it cost to set up a grow tent? Budget for six things: tent, light, fan and filter, pots and medium, nutrients, and a thermo-hygrometer. The lamp and tent size drive most of the t... Read the answer →
- Tent & space Are grow tent kits worth it, or should I buy everything separately? For a first grow, a kit is usually worth it. The parts match, so you don't end up with a fan too small for the filter or a lamp that doesn't cover ... Read the answer →
- Tent & space What is the best grow tent for a beginner? A 80x80 or 100x100 cm tent bought as a complete kit. Light, fan and filter are already matched, so you can't buy the wrong size. Read the answer →
- Tent & space How many plants fit in an 80x80 cm grow tent? One or two plants in 7-11 L pots. With a very short veg you can squeeze in four small ones, but it gets tight fast. Read the answer →
- Tent & space How many plants can I fit in a 120x120 cm grow tent? Four to six plants in 7-11 L pots is the usual range. If you let them grow big, two or three plants will fill it just as well. Read the answer →
- Tent & space Which size grow tent do I actually need? Count your plants first: 60x60 cm for one, 80x80 for one or two, 100x100 for two to four, 120x120 for four to six. If the room allows it, go one si... Read the answer →
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