User Manual

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INDOOR GROWING GUIDE
A perfectly placed plant can bring life to a whole room. Plants should not be
an overlooked element in creating a warm and inviting room. For beginner
gardeners, or even those with a year or two under their belts, the world of
garden tools, materials, and supplies can be overwhelming. We provided
this guide to help you decide what essentials you need to get started.
Lighting:
Before choosing which plants you want to fill your home with, consider
how much light the plant will need and the maximum size you want the
plant to grow. These two factors determine the amount of light you need to
provide to the plant. Small herbs, such as basil, will thrive under a single 20
watt Aspect, while tomatoes and cucumbers will need our 40 watt Aspect.
The size of the plant becomes a factor as
well. Raising the light to increase the
light coverage will reduce the amount of
light reaching the plant. You can tell if
your plant is not receiving enough light
if it stops growing, the spaces between
the leaves on new growth are much
longer than before, the new leaves are
smaller, the leaf color is lighter, or older
leaves are dead.
Two Aspect units are great for medium
sized plants. Large plants over 6 feet tall
will require three or more Aspects. It is
important that light covers the entire
plant, including the sides of the plant. It
is also important that the intensity of
light is adequate to support plant life. If
you have questions, you can contact
Soltech Solutions and we would be glad
to assist you.
Temperature:
Temperature is a major factor influencing plant growth indoors. Before
picking out your plants, consider the optimal temperature the plant needs.
While many plants grow at temperatures around 60°F – 85°F (15°C – 29°C),
some tropical plants grow best at temperatures exceeding 85°F. Be careful
not to place plants near AC vents or heaters, the change in temperature may
kill them.