"DK1000" wrote in message
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Hi,

As it's getting nippy here in Cleveland, Ohio, I moved some container
plants from outside to my basement. I attached a pic, the big plants in
back are stevia (which isn't doing too good) and cilantro. Smaller ones
are chives, more stevia, and a green pepper plant. I may want to try some
patio tomatoes too, but I don't have that plant yet. Presently there's 2
15 watt fluorescent grow lights on the plants, and limited window light. I
know I'll need something a little brighter, but cheap. Any
recommendations? Higher wattage fluorescent tubes? Compact fluorescents? I
can't afford HID's and the like. I probably have about a 5 X 4 foot area
right now, but would like to expand a foot or two each way. Thanks much.

Pic:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v7...g?t=1193932304


There's a difference between "survive and look pathetic by springtime", and
"thrive". If you want these plants to thrive (especially the tomatoes),
you'll need 1000-2000 watts worth of bulbs. Even then, you won't duplicate
sunlight.

Cheap is not a word that fits into this plan.