Using far-red LEDs (730 nm) in your grow room can significantly improve flowering cycle management. When these LEDs are activated for 5 to 15 minutes after lights-out in a 12/12 photoperiod, they help enhance harvest quality and accelerate plant maturation. Here’s everything you need to know!
What Are the Benefits of Far-Red LEDs?
1️⃣ Faster Day/Night Transition
• Far-red LEDs activate the phytochrome Pfr, signaling to plants that night has begun.
• 🌱 Result: A faster transition to the “rest phase,” maximizing the hours of active flowering.
2️⃣ Shorter Flowering Time
• Using far-red LEDs can reduce total flowering time by 5 to 7 days.
• This is ideal for optimizing production cycles, especially for indica and modern hybrid strains.
3️⃣ Reduced Stress
• A gentle light transition lowers plant stress and prevents issues like hermaphroditism.
4️⃣ Higher Yields
• Well-managed plants produce denser flowers, increased resin production, and more fully developed cannabinoids.
5️⃣ Energy Savings
• A shorter light cycle, combined with far-red “flashes” after lights-out, reduces energy consumption without compromising results.
Where to Find Far-Red LEDs?
You can source far-red LEDs from specialized manufacturers such as:
• Fluence Bioengineering → High-end grow lights, perfect for experienced cultivators.
• Mars Hydro, Spider Farmer, ViparSpectra → Budget-friendly LED panels with built-in 730 nm spectrums.
• Horticulture Lighting Group (HLG) & Rapid LED → Great for DIY kits to integrate into your existing setup.
• Amazon Pro Stores & Aliexpress → Affordable options, but always check the quality.
• GrowNorthern & KIND LED → Specifically designed for flowering applications.
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How to Use Far-Red LEDs Effectively?
✅ Duration → Turn on far-red LEDs for 5 to 15 minutes after the main lights turn off.
✅ Positioning → Place them above the canopy for even coverage.
✅ Power →
• For small setups, 10-20W is enough.
• For larger grow spaces, opt for a 50-100W panel.
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