Lighting Terms

Intensity describes the amount of light that reaches a surface at given distance from the light source. A super-bright bulb that's 12" from a surface might, for example, provide the same light intensity as a dimmer bulb that's 2" from the surface.

Duration describes the number of hours of light a plant receives in a 24-hour period. We can control it by turning lights on and off or, more easily, with a programmable timer.

Color describes the visual appearence of light. Most grow lights provide a balance of cool (blue end of the spectrum) and warm (red end of the spectrum) light.

In genereral, lights that skew toward the blue end are best for vegetative growth, while those that skew toward red end are good for stimulating plants to produce flowers and fruit. Plants use little of the light from the green/yellow part of the spectrum.

LED or Fluorescent?

Both produce full-spectrum light. However, LEDs are better for plants, the environment, and your wallet.

• LEDs are great for your plants. Our bright, full-spectrum LEDs are calibrated to meet the exacting needs of indoor plants, with a boost of blue light to stimulate stronger roots, enhance photosynthesis, and ensure peak growth. They also give off very little heat.
• Though they cost a bit more up front, LEDs are super-efficient. They use half the electricity and last 5x longer than fluorescent bulbs.
• They're earth-friendly. Mercury-free LED tubes won't shatter like glass, so fewer end up in the landfill.

(Regular incandescent bulbs are not used for indoor growing because they give off too much heat and can burn tender foliage.)

Good-looking grow lights that can bring indoor plants to flower and fruit? Absolutely!

• High-output LEDs are twice as bright as standard LED grow lights; no height adjustment needed, even when growing light-hungry fruiting plants and seedlings
• Optimized full-spectrum lamps are hidden behind top wooden bar so there's no distracting glare
• Modular, stackable 3' wide units for a custom look
• Furniture-quality construction — strong, renewable bamboo
• Galvanized trays catch spills
• Tall model lets you grow plants up to 45" high!
• Optional rolling base makes it mobile (sold separately)

Large-Capacity SunLite® Gardens

4' of Growing Space

Tabletop and rolling floor models in 3 heights.

• Grow thriving seedlings, houseplants, and herbs
• Dual-bulb, height-adjustable light fixtures
• Choose energy-efficient LEDs or affordable fluorescents
• Sturdy aluminum frames will never rust
• Includes heavy-duty, watertight trays
• Floor models include casters for mobility
• Accommodates maximum plant heights of 14" to 30", depending on model
• Each model available as a Garden Starter Kit , complete with seed-starting supplies

Space-Saving SunLite® Gardens

Same SunLite features in a compact space

2' wide tabletop and rolling floor models in 3 heights.

• Start seeds and grow thriving herbs and houseplants anywhere!
• Dual-bulb, height-adjustable 2' light fixtures
• Choose energy-efficient LEDs or affordable fluorescents
• Sturdy, rustproof aluminum frames with watertight plastic trays
• Each floor model has casters, so you can roll where you need it — even into a closet!
• Each model available as a Garden Starter Kit , complete with seed-starting supplies

Ease into indoor growing with 3' wide stackable units

• Energy-efficient LED and fluorescent options
• Dual-bulb, height-adjustable light fixtures
• Lightweight, super-sturdy plastic frames and shelves
• Easy assembly and light fixture height adjustment
• Available as a Garden Starter Kit, complete with seed-starting supplies