Mike Rastus-Josiah

Grow Lights for Seedlings: Choose the Right Fixture

Aug 31, 2023 · By Mike Rastus-Josiah · 6 min read

Choose a seed-starting light by tray area, adjustable hanging height and useful plant light, with comparisons of common fixture sizes.

Does a Cactus Need Direct Sunlight? It Depends

Aug 31, 2023 · By Mike Rastus-Josiah · 2 min read

Desert cactus species often need strong sun, while holiday cacti and other forest species need more filtered light.

Can Grow Lights Burn Plants? Signs, Causes and Safe Fixes

Aug 31, 2023 · By Mike Rastus-Josiah · 3 min read

Yes. Grow lights can scorch or bleach foliage when the light reaching the leaves is too intense, and some lamps also heat nearby leaves. LEDs generally...

VIVOSUN vs. ViparSpectra Grow Lights: How to Compare

Aug 31, 2023 · By Mike Rastus-Josiah · 2 min read

Neither VIVOSUN nor ViparSpectra is automatically best. Both offer LED models spanning different power classes, so compare fixtures of a similar real wattage and intended footprint....

Fluorescent vs. LED Grow Lights: Which Should You Use?

Aug 31, 2023 · By Mike Rastus-Josiah · 2 min read

Both fluorescent tubes and LED grow lights can support indoor plants. LEDs are usually preferable for a new installation because of energy efficiency, longevity and available...

Grow Lights for Tomatoes: Seedlings vs Fruiting Plants

Aug 31, 2023 · By Mike Rastus-Josiah · 7 min read

Choose tomato grow lights for seedlings or fruiting plants with comparisons of light coverage, intensity, mounting and model requirements.