Growing plants not only helps to green the Earth and clean our atmosphere, but it is also a hobby for some people and brings economic benefits to growers. So, do you know how to use LED lights for your gardens and potted plants? Check out the information below to apply suitable LED products for your plants.

1. Turn off the lights more often An important factor in plant growth is light, but like most other living things, plants need rest too. Avoid continuously lighting LED grow lights every day and hour. Plants need at least six hours of darkness each day (more for some plants). By ensuring your plants get this rest period, you mimic the natural day and night cycles, but with a schedule better suited for optimal plant growth. If you don’t want to manually switch the lights on and off according to a schedule, consider investing in a higher-tech LED product with a timer mechanism. That way, your LED lights will automatically turn on and off, ensuring the right amount of light for plant growth while saving electricity and costs.
2. Adjust the height of the hanging lights when necessary Many LED grow lights are hung above the growing area with adjustable hanging wires, allowing gardeners to move the lights up and down. This not only slightly changes the coverage area but also affects the amount of light the plants receive. Sometimes, you’ll need to raise or lower the LED lights for optimal growth. They should be lower when the plants are just sprouting from the seeds. As the plants grow, the LED lights must be raised regularly to accommodate their growth. If you don’t adjust the height, the amount of light may not be ideal for plant growth. Additionally, LED lights also emit heat, and if too close to your plants, they can dry out and burn them.
3. Move and rotate positions to ensure all plants get light Most of the light will focus on the center, meaning other positions farther from the lights will receive less light. Therefore, you need to evenly distribute the light to all plants. If they are potted plants, you should rotate their positions; if the plants are fixed in garden soil, move the LED light positions. The rotation time depends on each plant type and growth stage, but it’s best to do it weekly. Especially for young plants, make sure they have time near the "artificial sun" for even growth.
4. Check water and humidity daily When using LED lights for growing plants, the soil may dry out faster due to the heat emitted by the lights. Therefore, you must pay attention to the moisture and water supply for the plants, especially in the early stages. Check daily to see if watering is needed. After a while, when the plants are sturdier and moisture is stable, you can extend the intervals between moisture checks and necessary watering.
5. Monitor the temperature As mentioned above, LED lights still emit heat when operating. Therefore, they can increase the surrounding temperature, which might not be suitable for the type of plant or growth stage you are cultivating. That's why you should monitor the ambient temperature when using LED lights for growing. Adjust the intensity and select a more suitable light level for each day, season, and plant growth stage.
6. Maintain and protect your LED grow lights Although LED grow lights do not require much maintenance, this does not mean you can completely ignore them. Lights can fail or malfunction due to various external factors, affecting plant growth. Therefore, regularly maintain and care for your LED grow lights to ensure their lifespan and the development of your plants. Choose a leading supplier of LED grow lights. In Vietnam, using LED lights for growing plants is no longer unfamiliar, especially in dragon fruit and strawberry gardens. Using LED lights for growing plants offers many benefits, significantly increasing productivity and quality. Therefore, this farming model is increasingly popular, and LED support products are continuously improving in quality. If you are looking for a brand that provides LED lights for growing plants, contact MPE—a leading brand in electrical equipment and LED lights in Vietnam.