RE: NANFA-- lighting

archimed_at_netdoor.com
Sat, 20 Jan 2001 14:11:54 -0600

On 19 Jan 2001, at 11:30, Ken Wintin wrote:

>
> Nicholas,
> I think that you hit the proverbial nail on the head about intensity. I
> like to use metal halide, when I can afford it, at about 5,500K. I also
> use R.O./deionized water. In a recent issue of FAMA Marc Weiss claimed
> that his additive will give the plants all the carbon they need without
> adding CO2. He also claims that plants thrive with the additive and no
> CO2. Any body know anything about this? CO2 is something of a pain in the
> butt, and I would like to get away from using it if there really is a way.
> Ken

I am very dubious of such a claim.

Prost,

Martin
Jackson, MS
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