Are my Orchids getting enough light???

[Rachelle-lapensee]

Hello everyone.

I'm wondering If the lighting my orchids are under at the moment is bright enough for their growing needs???

I have 3 florescent grow lights. I purchased them from a Canadian tire. On the box it states that these bulbs are 20W bulbs that replace a 75W. they are very bright. It also states that these bulbs are low heat.

I attached a picture below. The plants on the left have been under this light for the past 4 days and the one on the right I just put under today. I have them set on a timer so the lights go on at 5:30am and turn off at 7:30pm.

If you need more information on this particular bulb goto this web address ( I have threes of these bulbs):

OttLite Plant Growth Bulb 10-pk Bundle | Plant Growth Bulbs

Thank you in advance

[Masdyman]

I would maximize the light by having it as a reflective down light .
I have not used lights before so cannot comment on wattage etc .

[luckygrower]

I love the display corner you have them set-up in. they could possibly use a little more light as the leaves are a dark green and from what I know the color should be a little lighter green

[Rachelle-lapensee]

Originally Posted by luckygrower

I love the display corner you have them set-up in. they could possibly use a little more light as the leaves are a dark green and from what I know the color should be a little lighter green

Thank-you!

How long dose it take for a Phals leaves to start lightening up???

I'm wondering If tin foil placed in key areas will offer more light???

[ritzblitz]

Flat white paint reflects more light than tin foil. Mylar is the best.