A grow tent turns any closet or spare corner into a controlled environment. Set it up right from day one and you will avoid most of the problems new growers run into.

The essentials

• Tent: sized to your space with room to work around it.
• Grow light: matched to the tent footprint.
• Inline fan and carbon filter: pulls out hot air and controls smell.
• Clip fans: keep air moving across the canopy and strengthen stems.
• Hygrometer and thermometer: so you know your temperature and humidity at all times.
• Timer: keeps your light schedule consistent.
• Pots and medium: fabric pots with quality soil or coco are a great start.

Setup tips

Assemble the tent, then hang the light and filter before plants go in. Run everything empty for a day or two to check temperature, humidity and airflow. Seal any light leaks, especially important during flowering. Keep cords off the floor and away from water.

Stay organized

Keep a notebook or phone log of watering, feeding and any changes. Patterns jump out fast when you write them down.

Where to get your gear

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