Growing Cannabis Indoors: Buying Your EquipmentUpdated 5 months ago
Your setup depends on your available space and budget. Whether you have a small closet or a large garage, the right equipment is crucial.
Key investments include:
- Grow tent
- Lights
- Environmental controls
A grow tent is essential for most indoor setups:
- Provides a sealed, controllable environment
- Helps manage pests, temperature, humidity, and CO2
- Lined with reflective material for better light penetration
- Includes sealable access holes for ducting and cables
Before purchasing, consider:
- Available space
- Power outlet accessibility
- Desired number of plants
- Budget
Remember, a quality tent is a long-term investment.
Choosing the right lights is crucial. Modern LEDs are highly efficient, but traditional options are still viable.
Fluorescent Lights
- CFL: Good for small spaces
- T5: Ideal for multiple plants
- Less efficient than modern alternatives
HID (High-Intensity Discharge) Lights
- Include Metal Halide (MH) and High Pressure Sodium (HPS)
- Powerful but produce excess heat
- Require ballasts and often additional cooling
LED Lights
- Energy-efficient and cooler running
- Adjustable light spectrum
- Wide range of quality; research is crucial
Watch Episode Three: Choosing Your Lights for more detailed information.
- Essential for replicating natural conditions
- Allows precise control of day and night humidity
- Mimic natural breeze, strengthening plants
- Improve air circulation, reducing mold and mildew risks
- Aim for gentle airflow throughout the tent
- Boosts photosynthesis
- Can be supplemented with tanks or organic alternatives
Amended Soil
- Contains added nutrients
- Requires only water initially
Unamended Soil
- Allows total nutrient control
- Ideal for organic or veganic growing
- Start small (e.g., red solo cups) and increase size as plants grow
- Larger pots allow for bigger plants
- Consider veganic nutrients for cleaner cultivation
- Experiment with singing to your plants for CO2 supplementation
- Turn off upper canopy fans at night to balance humidity
Remember, initial investment in quality equipment will lead to significant savings after a few harvests. Happy growing!