Posted by Chrisinmo on January 31, 2011 at 21:51:56 from (69.29.85.173):
In Reply to: Micro-farming posted by Howard H. on January 31, 2011 at 16:12:32:
We use 4' fluorescent light kits. 2-40W bulbs. Don't put plants under the outside 4-6" of the lights as the light tends to be dimmer there, especially with older bulbs. We set the chains so the light bulbs just barely touch the leaves of the plants. They don't burn, but they sure respond well from the extra light intensity.
I would second the motion about running a fan or perhaps gently using a feather duster to sweep over the plants. That simulates wind and causes the stems to stay shorter and be tougher. Then they aren't so shocked when they go out into the big, bad world.
As for the peppers, they need warm soil (ie potting mix) day and night. So put them at a place in your house where they will get the climate they like. Also just enough, but not too much, water. We have often had problems getting peppers to start for us, but once they have a couple of true leaves, they do better.
Don't neglect broccoli, cabbage, head lettuce, etc. Even spinach can be transplanted, for an extra early start.
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