Having a room, or an entire home, with little to no light is a common struggle when trying to own houseplants; however, grow lights allow one to establish a thriving plant collection year round. Most plants require at least a smidgeon of light to survive as light is food for plants. Grow lights are specifically designed to serve as a substitute for natural sunlight, allowing for photosynthesis and therefore growth, blooms or even produce. Most lights and light bulbs are made for humans, meaning they are low on the spectrum as we are just trying to see, not absorb food. Lights for plants can be full spectrum, or target one specific area, to help your plants flourish. To help you with this process I have outlined the key types of grow lights, the colors, and how to properly use them.

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