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10-04-2011, 01:44 PM
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Advice on how set up indoor space
I have about 40 square feet by a large east-facing window. I'd like to set this up as an indoor growing space, hopefully on a minimalist budget. Do you have any advice on how best to do this? I can control temperature with a thermostat (the space has HVAC).
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10-04-2011, 03:09 PM
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a long folding table...four tier wooden steps on top of it and hooks 12 inches away from the window at 6 inches apart...wire hangers from the dry ceaners
and Home Depot account...a pair of good plyers and a drill with diff sized screws
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10-04-2011, 03:13 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bud
a long folding table...four tier wooden steps on top of it and hooks 12 inches away from the window at 6 inches apart...wire hangers from the dry ceaners
and Home Depot account...a pair of good plyers and a drill with diff sized screws
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Sounds cheap and would get the job done! |
10-04-2011, 03:17 PM
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two small electric fans on both sides oscillating at low mode
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10-04-2011, 09:21 PM
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how important is the air movement?
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10-04-2011, 09:28 PM
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air movement is very important! if you have stagnant air, its just not good, and sometimes bacteria and mold can get bad if you have high humidity w/o air flow.
i use a 48" metal rack i got from homedepot. i have lights, but it you put this in front of your window, it would be great. mine has 5 tiers, but i took one off.
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10-04-2011, 10:10 PM
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10-04-2011, 10:54 PM
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Good advice! Thank you. I can open the window. Is it advisable to open the window occasionally to allow my orchids some fresh air?
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10-04-2011, 10:55 PM
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if its not too cold..
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10-04-2011, 11:07 PM
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Ah, good point! What's typically the lowest temp orchids can tolerate?
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