thumbdrooler
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Trying to nail down the best schedule for a couple of autos in a grow box. I'm leaning towards 24/0 based on this web page;
"....you should let the lights shine 24/0(all the time). Autoflowers will also grow with a dark period and if you want to save electricity then you can grow them under 18/6 or 20/4 light schedule, but those plants won’t be as big and they won’t have as much weight."
Complete Autoflower Grow Guide
Is this solid advice?
Given the electrical costs in my area, 18/6 would cut my hydro costs from $60 to $30 for the grow so that would be nice, but as this is my first grow, cost is not a primary concern. I'm more focused on getting the technique right first time out.
"....you should let the lights shine 24/0(all the time). Autoflowers will also grow with a dark period and if you want to save electricity then you can grow them under 18/6 or 20/4 light schedule, but those plants won’t be as big and they won’t have as much weight."
Complete Autoflower Grow Guide
Is this solid advice?
Given the electrical costs in my area, 18/6 would cut my hydro costs from $60 to $30 for the grow so that would be nice, but as this is my first grow, cost is not a primary concern. I'm more focused on getting the technique right first time out.