Lighting chose for 3’x6’

Thanks for all the great information. First time grow. I have a 3’ x 6’ space to grow. I have already bought two of the following light.

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Here is the link:

QUAL-B-2200 LED Grow Lights with Samsung LM301B Diodes, Dimmable Sunlike Full Spectrum Plant Light for Indoor Plants Seedling Veg Bloom, Daisy Chain Growing Lamps 2x4/3x4/3x3 Coverage https://a.co/d/blX4rWR

Will this two of this cover the 3’x 6’ grow area? Or should I add a third light? Any recommendation for light would be great. Thanks to all.

a rule of thumb is around 35 watts per square foot of growing space…this is power consumption watts not what they may list in the product name

I See we are about the same age! And looks like you have been growing for awhile. Question. I See lights that you can have the different spectrums for different stages of growing, white, red and blue. Are these light any better? Do they help product a better yield? And if so which like would be the one to go with?

Looks like total 440w. For best results, I’d get 1 more light if it will fit. This will bring you to almost ideal watts.

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Thank you. I have not said very much. Have been to busy reading tons of information here.

yes these will make a difference but only if your game is on point…otherwise a general light you listed is best for getting to understand your setup and grow

Great information. I planned on ordering another one today. You just confirmed for me that I should. I also want to give the plants I started from seed the best chance for success. I have two clones someone gave me, and also have sprouted 2 Godfather OG and 2 Purple Kush seeds. So starting out there will be 6 plant in total for the first grown. Also have two of each seed sprouted for use as mother plants. I like to know if I should go in a different direction with the lights I should be using? Being you have grown for awhile , you might be able to point me in the right direction on light to use.

I am suspicious of this light. It might be just fine but there is next to nothing on their own website about location of the company, no reviews on youtube that I can find or reviews on any reputable websites. It seems like a brand new startup. Lots of counterfeit lm301b diodes are out there. Like I said it may be legit, but not much history to back it up.

Welcome to the forum!
I would suggest that you return the Amazon lights. Using two HLG 350Rs would give a better light spread in the 3x6, and is the best spectrum for all around use. You should probably use three of the Amazon lights in order to get a good spread in a 3x6. Of course you can give the two lights that you have a try. You may end up with some fluffy bud development in the corners.

You might as well use what u have like @Retiredoldguy said. More than likely, once you get the ‘itch’ to keep this as your new addictive hobby, you will keep adding to your arsenal of supplies. :laughing: :rofl: We all start out the same way. I have 3 tents in use and 2 extra cheapies that were bought first.

I hope to be on point. I am sure i will make mistakes. But all ready have a great head start with resource here. Your answers so far have helped to keep me on point. Second part of my question and I wanted to ask. I have chosen two soils to try. First one is fox farm Ocean and nectar of the gods. Then which fertilizers for best results . I have purchased fox farm dirty dozen to try first. My son said they we should be using Giai fertilizers?

Really is amazing how everyone is so willing to help. Thanks to you Sir!

I am a hydro grower not soil…so I don’t have answers for you…but I have seen some complain about FF in this forum…

If you are starting from scratch? I think you can learn from my mistakes, and these products will give you a trouble free grow with very little stress.
Lighting from HLG
Soil - Root Original
Containers - fabric bags
Nutrients - Jacks 321
Fans & other accessories - AC Infinity
This and a good water source will have you growing like a pro in no time.
By the way, I have grown in soil, coco, and hydro using nutrients from full organics to full synthetic.

Thank you very Much! I could not reply yesterday because I reach my limit as a newbie.

Does anyone use Jacks 321? And if so which epson salt do you use?

Welcome to the community.

Just any unscented will work. Just look at the ingredients on the bag/box and it should only say Magnesium Sulfate USP. Nothing else. I use Walmart brand and I use jacks
Basically if its safe for humans as a laxative its perfect for plants. Agricultural grade is actually a lesser quality.