The light requirement of the LED grow light

(LED grow light)The specific needs of plants determine which lighting is most suitable for the best growth. Artificial light must imitate the natural light most suitable for plants. If a plant does not get enough light, it will not grow, regardless of other conditions. For example, vegetables grow best in full sunlight and flourish indoors. They need the same high light level, while leaf plants (such as vine green velvet) grow in the shade and can grow normally with lower light level.

The use of plant lamps depends on the stage of plant growth. In general, it is recommended that plants receive 16 hours of irradiation and 8 hours of rest during the seedling / growth stage; In the nutrition stage, 18 hours of irradiation and 6 hours of rest; At the flowering stage, they received 12 hours of irradiation and 12 hours of rest.

Photoperiod of the LED grow light
(LED grow light)In addition, many plants also need darkness and photoperiod. This effect is called photoperiod to trigger flowering. Therefore, the lamp can be turned on or off at the set time. The optimal photoperiod ratio depends on the type and type of plant, because some prefer long hours and short nights, while others prefer opposite or medium days.

When discussing plant development, we attach great importance to photoperiod.

Plants that respond to photoperiodic flowers may have facultative or specific responses. Part time response means that a plant will eventually run out of flowers, regardless of the photoperiod. It grows faster under a specific photoperiod. Professional response means that plants will not flower until they are planted under certain light conditions.