Plants need usable light for photosynthesis, but it does not have to come directly from the sun. Indoor gardeners can use purpose-built LED grow lights to provide light over a controlled daily schedule.
Leafy greens and herbs are often a manageable starting point. Fruiting crops such as tomatoes generally demand more light, space and careful environmental control.
Start small: a tray, a suitable growing medium, water, airflow and a correctly positioned light. Follow the grow-light manufacturer’s guidance on intensity, distance and duration.
Quick curiosities
- Plants need light, not necessarily direct sunlight.
- Herbs and greens are beginner-friendly.
- Light intensity and duration matter.
Keep wondering
- What are easy herbs to grow indoors?
- Can lettuce grow hydroponically?
- How do grow lights work?