High-intensity LED lights, including those tailored for seedlings, are far from plug-and-play systems. Cultivators must account for variables like defoliation, environmental parameters, and feed when they install high-intensity LED lighting fixtures. These play critical roles in plant morphology, yield, and secondary metabolite production. LED light intensity for seedlings and the broader spectrum of high-intensity LED grow lights are some of the largest components that drive photosynthesis, so switching your lighting source can come with a learning curve. Growers have to learn and adapt regardless of experience level and consider the different variables that must be monitored during the transition to high-intensity LED lights.
Adjust Your Environment
Growers used to using HID lights, or high-intensity discharge, have to juggle their heat load. They produce light by arcing electricity through selected gasses, making them extremely hot. Once the arc is ignited, it melts and evaporates metal salts inside the device. This presents a few cons. Most of the energy HID lights use is created and emitted as heat. This significant addition of heat stresses your air conditioning systems as it's constantly working to cool the growing space. Ultimately, this skyrockets your electric bill and adds additional problems to the grow facility.
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