Week 0
Setup
- Wash trays and pots
- Hang the LED at starter height
- Run ventilation for one hour before planting
A simple checklist from setup to first harvest.
Use it for tomatoes, herbs, chilies, lettuce and microgreens. Keep the rhythm simple and consistent.
Week 1
Germination
- Keep plugs evenly moist
- Use gentle light for 14–16 hours
- Remove covers once sprouts appear
Weeks 2–3
Early growth
- Transplant when roots show
- Start light feeding
- Add airflow for stronger stems
Weeks 4–6
Training & feeding
- Check leaf color twice weekly
- Water only when the top layer dries
- Support tomatoes and peppers early
Harvest
Pick and repeat
- Harvest herbs above a node
- Pick outer lettuce leaves first
- Start the next tray before the current one finishes