How Do You Grow Lettuce & Spinach Under Fluorescent Lights?
Growing lettuce and spinach inside is just as easy as growing any other plant indoor plant; all that is needed is a proper growing space, plenty of water, and above all else, sufficient light. Leafy greens need an abundant light source to properly grow; generally the light gained from sitting in front of a window would not be sufficient enough, and your lettuce would grow limp and small. To supplement natural light, fluorescent lights provide adequate light mimicking the sun. By using the combination of both sun and lights, your indoor lettuce and spinach will be full and crisp. Prepare your planting containers. You can use any size container that you want–round, square or long. Long trough-like containers usually work best for vegetables such as lettuce and spinach, and the shape allows easier and even access to a window spot. 23 to 36 inches long is the standard size, with a depth of about 6 inches. Fill each container with a mixture of potting soil and fertilizer. As you are indoor
