I went with some of the inexpensive ones, but then did some research and their lumen output won’t be enough for plants that like a lot of light. So I bought a Sansi light off Amazon which ran me $50 and it’s output is enough for all my high light babies. It casts enough light to hit all of them and I have it on a timer to turn on at 3AM and off at 3PM to make up for the loss of light in the winter. So far, so good! I put it in a cute, diner style chandelier and hung it with a decorative hook. Looks pretty too!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DL84SNK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_up1bGbDCT0S4F?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
if viparspectras are too out of your price range, i also recommend sansi light bulbs, such as this one.
The white bulb I’ve been using for my tree lamp. They make lower wattages too. If you have recessed ceiling lights I’d try a bunch of stuff and return what doesn’t work.
I've been using the sansi grow bulb for a few years now I am beyond impressed. My plants are in heaven they love the lighting it's perfect. Last winter my plants were still shooting out leaves. Didn't loose a single plant. The only downfall is it's really bright. So I would only use it when I'm not home or maybe in another room you don't have to sit in. Other than that this is by far a life saver.
I missed the Canada part, my apologies. I live in the northeast US; it's getting cold here too. I will post the long link at the bottom. For some reason the link inserter breaks the link. I just get a regular contractors housing. It's about 5.00 at a hardware store. And I use this light. It'll last forever. And it gives them really good light. You don't need a light like this. You need about 2500 bare minimum lumens and 5000 Kelvin warmth. As long as it matches that, it'll work. I'm not sure if Canada has Walmart, I rant should know these things lol. But you can get a 5.00 usd bulb that matches that at Walmart. But I prefer the one below.
(Updated) SANSI 40W LED Light Bulb, 300-350W Equiv, 5000K Daylight, 5500lm Bright Bulb, Non-Dimmable, CRI 80, E26 to E39 adapter, BR30 Floodlight for Warehouse Church Barn Supermarket Logistic Center https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DL84SNK/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_27BNZ3EXY91SPDFPFHAT?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Lol, my plants grow under super lights. I'll post below. 6am to 9pm. I don't think there is a thing such as too much light. But I'm open to learning otherwise. My neps have been under it and are growing well. (Updated) SANSI 40W LED Light Bulb, 300-350W Equiv, 5000K Daylight, 5500lm Bright Bulb, Non-Dimmable, CRI 80, E26 to E39 adapter, BR30 Floodlight for Warehouse Church Barn Supermarket Logistic Center https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DL84SNK/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_JBN9Y7DBWMKWH9E68GRG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Non-Dimmable-Floodlight-Warehouse-Supermarket/dp/B07DL84SNK/ref=sr_1_10
Sansi full spectrum grow bulbs are the best IMHO.
Plus they are nice and white and not purple/pink.
I'll post the whole link. Let me know if it still doesn't work.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DL84SNK/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_JGBEEGPGARAMQKPRBRFQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
This is what I use. I have three over a 4ish foot long counter. I just stick them in a cheap contractor light housing. Tyner work great for my plants.
I've got you fam. I know you're not in the US, but look for light around these specifications. Maybe your Amazon has the same thing. Definitely looks like a light issue. Get it sorted now, and he should spring back. With the light, I want to draw your attention specifically to the 5000k daylight 5500lm. That's what I use and they work great for my lights. You could even drop with withheld around 3k lumens, but in the future, you will want something better. Not too far, not too close from the plant. I use a cheap construction lighthousing for the bulb. I also posted a second link for lighting and how the different lights work. https://www.carnivorousplants.org/grow/SoilsWaterLight/LEDplantlighting (Updated) SANSI 40W LED Light Bulb, 300-350W Equiv, 5000K Daylight, 5500lm Bright Bulb, Non-Dimmable, CRI 80, E26 to E39 adapter, BR30 Floodlight for Warehouse Church Barn Supermarket Logistic Center https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DL84SNK/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_JGBEEGPGARAMQKPRBRFQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I have used SANSI bulbs for years on my VFTs and other carnivores. Just note, you can't use a hood or cover with the bulb in the link below, it will shorten the life of the bulb.
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The company also has larger panel lights that are water proof.
I'm not looking to cover this entire area with 1 grow light of course, but I am looking for something a little more aesthetically pleasing than the system I currently have.
What I'm wondering is if I put this bulb
https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Non-Dimmable-Floodlight-Warehouse-Supermarket/dp/B07DL84SNK
In a lamp shade like this (solely for aesthetics)
https://i.imgur.com/hgqNYE1.png
Would it be as good as the grow light I have now? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082WWLDR4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Would it cover nearly the same radius and would it be enough to supplement my fig during the winter? This is a morning window and it's seeing quite a bit less light already. I have LEDs for my other plants, but they're grow lights like this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088NPHQHM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm new to the overhead style of growlights and am trying to keep it reasonably aesthetic.
What I'm wonder is if I put this bulb
https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Non-Dimmable-Floodlight-Warehouse-Supermarket/dp/B07DL84SNK
In a lamp shade like this (solely for aesthetics)
https://i.imgur.com/hgqNYE1.png
Would it be as good as the grow light I have now? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082WWLDR4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Find lights with all the LEDs pointed in the same direction. Something more like this:
I am not sure you need kelvins that high. You could start with whatever bulb (kelvin) you find and just try it out. Aim for 14-16w or around 1500+ lumens and hang it around 5" above your plants.
The kelvin is just describing the ratio of how much blue and red your light source puts out.
A lot of red light often makes a plant stretch, while a lot of blue light has the opposite effect.
What is more important than spectrum, is intensity. If the intensity is lacking, your plants will stretch either way.
As long as you give your plants the right amount of light, you should be fine.
If you want to really bathe them in light, you could get something like This.
I can't really tell you how large area it covers or with what intensity, as this brand provides very little data about their products. I linked this specific one since it was 5000k. 40w is probably a bit overkill for your situation, though.
The intensity of bulbs should be displayed something like This, or in a grid pattern with spot measurements.
Light intensity together with duration (photoperiod) will give you a DLI value.
I wrote an article abot this topic, not too long ago.
And according to This article, 20 DLI is a recommended minimum for succs.
I am having a hard time finding out what the recommended photoperiod length is for succulents.
Do you know how many hours each day that your plants want light? This will determine what intensity of light you need, to reach your desired DLI.