Does it matter when I supplement light?

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So i know my plants aren't getting enough light, my question is, does it make a difference if I turn on the light as soon as the direct sunlight goes away or if I do it when I get back from work (and the sun has been gone for a while)

kevinskio · Accepted Answer · 2012-06-01T20:05:14.670

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It's better to try and mimic nature where there is a continuous period of light followed by darkness. Some plants need a period of darkness like tomatoes and many flowering plants but other tropical plants are just fine with getting light twenty four hours a day.

This photo, courtesy of @geermc4 shows what happens to tomatoes with different light periods enter image description here

I use a timer to extend the daylight period. Given the low cost of one it's probably the easiest solution.

edited Jun 01 '12 at 20:05

answered Jun 01 '12 at 14:13

kevinskio

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Cool, found this image that illustrates what you say http://mysite.verizon.net/~korney19/301.jpg – geermc4 Jun 01 '12 at 17:37
Great picture, added it to the answer. Thanks! – kevinskio Jun 01 '12 at 20:05

Does it matter when I supplement light?

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