Can I raise vegetables in my house with a grow light in the winter?
On One Hand: It Is PossibleVegetables that receive at least some natural sunlight will generally grow better than vegetables given just artificial lighting, but it is entirely possible to grow vegetables indoors with a grow light during winter. Not only is there the benefit of having fresh home-grown produce year-round, but when growing indoors, many of the common garden pests and parasites are not a problem.On the Other: Problems Can AriseIf your plants are not being properly cared for, problems can arise. These can include the plants being too spindly with no production (a likely side effect of not having enough light), wilted plants (not enough water or inadequate drainage) or stunted vegetables (usually a byproduct of not enough or the wrong kind of fertilizer or too low of a temperature). In addition to these problems, indoor pets might chew on the leaves or dig in the soil–the plants need to be put up out of their reach.Bottom LineIn general, plants can be grown indoors during t
