Without getting into technical terms ( I don't understand most of it ) I would like to know how the T5s stack up against sunlight. I have a bunch of orchids on my front porch which is very bright, but no direct sun due to an overhang. I am supplementing with a 4 bulb
T5 unit. Will most orchids do ok there or do some need that direct sun to do well and bloom ? I have Cyms, Phals, Milts, Catts, and a bunch of Oncid hybrids.