Algae Farm

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  1. stonewilled

    stonewilled Feather Duster

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    Ok, I think I'm gonna purchase a variety pack of tang heaven from IPSF.com. My question is this, what would be the best/cheapest light to throw on a bucket with a MJ 400 to cultivate this stuff?? I was thinking perhaps a regular land plant grow bulb on the cheapest fixture i can find?
     
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Buy a 5000K to 6500K spiral compact fluorescent and a cone reflector. 60 Watt equivalent should more than suffice.
     
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  3. steve wright

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    if it where me Stonewilled for this kind of project I would use the sun
    if you have a shed/ garage or even a balcony at home that you can run a power cord to or has a source of power - for the MJ , then free light might be an option you can consider.

    Steve
     
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  4. NASAGeek

    NASAGeek Eyelash Blennie

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    Home Depot sells them. Shouldn't need anything fancy. <$10 for the reflector, same for the bulb.

    M
     
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  5. stonewilled

    stonewilled Feather Duster

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    Free light.. The thought never even crossed my mind. Thanks.
     
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