Use Ratchet Cords to Move Grow Lights

November 2, 2018

When starting new seedlings, you may need to place the lamps within a few inches of the top growth. As plants grow, raise your lamp. If you hang your lights on ratcheted cords or chains, you can adjust them as needed.

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These ratcheted cords are especially helpful when you need to raise and lower larger grow lamps, which can get heavy.

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