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Old 22-04-2006, 04:38 PM posted to rec.gardens
MostlyH2O
 
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Default Veggie Garden Lights ...

Does this sound like a bad idea? The lights are VERY dim. But I
wondered
if it would attract bugs. Or if the night-lights would mess with the
plant
growth. They put out far less light than a quarter moon, but ya never
know.


How could the light from an battery powered LED alter the plant's growth's
rate? If it could we'd be really concerned about plants growing in cities
where they are being bombarded by reflected light pollution. Can you even
see anything beyond the brightest stars at night in major urban areas?


Our skies range from a magnitude 3 to 4. Not bad for the west coast of
Florida. The street light probably sheds about as much light on the garden
as the accent lights.

What insects are attracted to light and are also a threat to plants?

Snails,
slugs, and catepillars seem to do far more damage then anything flying
around the porch light.


Very good point.

Thanks!
Jack