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Light is the be-all and end-all in indoor gardening. It provides the energy for photosynthesis and controls crucial processes in plant life. But not all light is the same<\/a>! To achieve optimum results, the lighting must be adapted to the respective growth phase. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about light cycles, intensity and spectra – and how to use these parameters in a targeted manner to optimize<\/a> the growth of your plants.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n

The growth phases at a glance<\/h2>\n\n

Before we turn our attention to lighting techniques, a brief overview of the most important growth phases:<\/p>\n\n

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  1. Germination:<\/strong> In this phase, the seed bursts open and the first roots and leaves form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Seedling phase:<\/strong> The young plant develops and forms the first leaves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Vegetative phase:<\/strong> In this phase, the plant concentrates on the growth of leaves and stems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Flowering phase:<\/strong> The plant produces flowers which later develop into fruits.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

    Light cycles: simulating the day-night rhythm<\/h2>\n\n

    Plants have an internal clock that controls their day-night rhythm. In indoor gardening, we simulate this rhythm with artificial light cycles. The photoperiod, i.e. the duration of the light and dark phases, influences the growth and development of the plants. <\/p>\n\n