Horticultural Light Fixtures

Light fixtures suitable for growing terrarium plants

Jump Start T5HO Fixtures w/Bulbs

With Integrated Timers + Terrarium Appropriate Bulbs

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NEHERP Staff Description
Even in 2020, we still use more Jump Start T5HO fixtures than any other grow light in our indoor greenhouses, and we can't say enough good about them. They are very inexpensive, very light, fairly cool running (esp. for a T5HO!), dependable, easy to mount, and include an excellent Agrosun / Agrobrite bulb. Considering all that & the expandability of the link cables & dock kit add-ons, these are our favorite T5HOs. We're now carrying the newest models with integrated timers, which can be bypassed for commercial purposes. (Lights default to "on" when powered by default)

Manufacturer Description
This high-output, energy efficient T5 system ensures that your plants get the light they need for robust growth. The super-slim T5 Light Strip includes a 6400K full-spectrum T5 lamp, electronic ballast, hanging hardware, and power cord. The Omni-Max reflector easily snaps onto the T5 strip. The highly reflective material directs light downward, bathing your plants in full-spectrum light, and increasing your growing success. The built-in timer allows you to easily set a 12 hours on/12 hours off schedule or an 18 hours on/6 hours off schedule with a single button press. Fixtures can be linked in tandem via the optional link cable quickly & easily. The optional Modular Dock system is available for those looking to create their own 2-4 strip fixtures, and it's easy to add/remove fixtures to/from the dock to fit your needs. Dock systems include link cables, 18in removable stand legs, and are compatible with up to 4qty 48in or 24in fixtures. Link no more than 5qty 48in fixtures, 10qty 24in fixtures, or 12 18in fixtures per row.

18in 24in 36in 48in Extras

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1 Fixture | $39.99 1 Fixture + Adjustable Stand | $48.98 2 Fixtures | $79.98 2 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $97.96 3 Fixtures | $119.97 3 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $146.94 4 Fixtures | $159.96 4 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $195.92 5 Fixtures | $199.95 5 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $244.90

Includes Built-In Timer & Terrarium Appropriate 18in 6400K T5HO Bulb

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

18in 24in 36in 48in Extras

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1 Fixture | $44.99 1 Fixture + Adjustable Stand | $53.98 2 Fixtures | $89.98 2 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $107.96 3 Fixtures | $134.97 3 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $161.94 4 Fixtures | $179.96 4 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $215.92 5 Fixtures | $224.95 5 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $269.90

Includes Built-In Timer & Terrarium Appropriate 24in 6400K T5HO Bulb

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

18in 24in 36in 48in Extras

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1 Fixture | $49.99 1 Fixture + Adjustable Stand | $58.98 2 Fixtures | $99.98 2 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $117.96 3 Fixtures | $149.97 3 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $176.94 4 Fixtures | $199.96 4 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $235.92 5 Fixtures | $249.95 5 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $294.90

Includes Built-In Timer & Terrarium Appropriate 36in 6400K T5HO Bulb

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

18in 24in 36in 48in Extras

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1 Fixture | $54.99 1 Fixture + Adjustable Stand | $63.98 2 Fixtures | $109.98 2 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $127.96 3 Fixtures | $164.97 3 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $191.94 4 Fixtures | $219.96 4 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $255.92 5 Fixtures | $274.95 5 Fixtures + Adjustable Stands | $319.90

Includes Built-In Timer & Terrarium Appropriate 48in 6400K T5HO Bulb

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

18in 24in 36in 48in Extras

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Fixture Link Cord 9in - $3.99 Fixture Link Cord 21in - $6.99 Modular Dock System - $13.99

NOTE: Modular Dock does not include T5HO Fixtures or Bulbs

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Plant Growth Compact Fluorescent Bulbs

Inexpensive generic bulbs appropriate for illuminating a vivarium or small grow area

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These super inexpensive bulbs are perfect for growing basic plants in smaller vivariums & terrariums, and can be used in just about any common fixture with an appropriate wattage rating. We use these on a few of our vivariums where a little extra heat won't be a concern for the inhabitants, and where the plants included will be fairly basic. Depending on the brand available to us at the time, color temp ranges from 5000K-6400K, which falls within the ideal recommended spectrum for viewing & plant growth. Available in 13W for enclosures 13" & shorter, 18W for enclosures 13-18" high, 23W for enclosures up to 24" high, and 32W for horticultural or custom applications. The 13W, 18W, and 23W models fit all sizes of Exo Terra Compact Tops and Zoo Med Hoods. The 32W CFL must be used in a suspended deep dome fixture due to it's size & considerable heat output. Please visit our Vivarium Lighting Kits page to see which CFLs we'd recommend for your specific enclosure. (You'll get a discount on the CFLs and fixture that way, too!)

13W 18W 23W 32W

13W $3.99/ea

13W - $3.99

Always 5%+ off in our Vivarium Lighting Kits!

13W Usually $3.99/ea
25% Off - $2.99/ea

SALE: 13W - $2.99

Save even more with our Plant Growth CFL Vivarium Lighting Kits!

Sorry, but this model has sold out, and isn't expected to arrive for 6+ business days.
Check out Value Grow VG10 LED. It's our best-priced alternative, and will grow plants even better!

Rated Lumens: 800 (Each)
Recommended for enclosures under 13in tall
Relatively low operating temperature
Use 1 CFL for every 8-12in of enclosure width

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

13W 18W 23W 32W

18W $4.49/ea

18W - $4.49

Always 5%+ off in our Vivarium Lighting Kits!

18W Usually $4.49/ea
15%+ Off - $3.79/ea

SALE: 18W - $3.79

Save even more with our Plant Growth CFL Vivarium Lighting Kits!

Sorry, but this model has sold out, and isn't expected to arrive for 6+ business days.
Check out the 23W model or Value Grow VG13 LED as alternatives.

Rated Lumens: 1000-1100 (Each)
Recommended for enclosures 13-18in tall
Medium operating temperature
Use 1 CFL for every 8-12in of enclosure width

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

13W 18W 23W 32W

23W $5.49/ea

23W - $5.49

Always 5%+ off in our Vivarium Lighting Kits!

23W Usually $5.49/ea
18% Off - $4.49/ea

SALE: 23W - $4.49

Save even more with our Plant Growth CFL Vivarium Lighting Kits!

Sorry, but this model has sold out, and isn't expected to arrive for 6+ business days.
Check out the 23W model or Value Grow VG13 LED as alternatives.

Rated Lumens: 1400-1500 (Each)
Recommended for enclosures 16-24 tall
High operating temperature
Use 1 CFL for every 8-12in of enclosure width

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

13W 18W 23W 32W

32W $11.99/ea

32W - $11.99

(Not a recommended solution for most bioactive vivariums!)

32W Usually $11.99/ea
12%+ Off - $10.49/ea

SALE: 32W - $10.49

(Not a recommended solution for most bioactive vivariums!)

Sorry, but this model has sold out, and isn't expected to arrive for 6+ business days.

Rated Lumens: 1800+ (Each)
Recommended for horticultural & custom applications
Very high operating temperature
Use 1 CFL for every 8-12in of enclosure width

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

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Plant Growth T5HO Bulbs

The same horticultural T5HOs we use to grow plants at NEHERP

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NEHERP Staff Description
Our T5HO tubes offer plenty of output at a great price. These are from the same horticultural brand of T5HOs we use in our grow rooms at NEHERP, and you can see a bunch of them in action in our Grow Room Gallery. These are rated for 6400k color temperature, and their full spectrum light output ensures a naturally-realistic appearance. These are compatible with both of the Jumpstart T5HO fixtures we carry, as well as other brands of 24in & 48in fixtures on the market. If you've bought plants from NEHERP, you might have already seen what these bulbs can do! T5HOs are rated in nominal length, with actual dimensions listed below the add to cart button.

Shipping Info For 48in Size
Due to the ever-raising prices at FedEx & USPS, the longer models are now getting whacked with a pretty big "oversize shipping fee". We sincerely apologize for the shipping cost (especially if you aren't local) on the longer bulbs, but our hands are tied for the moment. On the bright side, the dimensional weight the shippers follow allows us to ship up to 80 bulbs at the same price! If you are only looking for 1-2 bulbs and live far enough away to make shipping costs especially high, it may be worth visiting a local hydroponics shop for the 48in models. Thankfully the 24in bulbs are well under the size cut-off for the fee, so shipping remains reasonable. :-)

24in 48in

24in $7.49/ea

Lumens: 2400 (Each)
Recommended for enclosures 16-24in tall
True Dimensions: 0.625in X 23in

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

24in 48in

48in $9.99/ea

Lumens: 5000 (Each)
Recommended for enclosures 16-24in tall
True Dimensions: 0.625in X 45.8in

Our records show that this product has very little or no stock left at the moment, but we're expecting a shipment imminently. If ordered today, we'd expect it to ship within 1-5 business days.

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Non-Stock Product Recommendation:

Viparspectra Grow Lights

An Ultra-Inexpensive High Output Grow Light

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NEHERP Staff Recommendation:
We've tested and worked with dozens of LEDs for horticultural purposes over the years. Of all of the inexpensive brands we've tested, Viparspectra has been incredibly reliable and the price can't be beat. These have offered us high PAR output and solid reliability for the past 3+ years we've been using them. To be clear, these are definitely not appropriate for vivarium & terrarium use, since the color spectrum is definitely on the "Blurple" side of things. We primarily use them for plants which would benefit from a higher-than-typical PAR rating in our grow rooms. Like all electronics with built-in fans, we'd recommend blowing them out from time to time to ensure the heat sinks stay clear of dust. In our experierience, these are a great high-PAR solution for small to medium scale indoor horticulture.

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Note About Horticultural Grow Lights:

About the lighting we use in-house

We've experimented with dozens of brands of grow lights in our grow rooms. Some work great, while others have failed before plant growth could have even been measured for a comparison. There are a ton of different terrarium plants we grow, and the required amount of usable PAR light ranges up & down by a factor of 10 depending on the species. We've always aimed to be open & honest about this stuff, and we're not big on "over-selling" something just for the bottom line. As of April 2019, the majority of plants we grow are still being kept under T5HO lights. We've discontinued almost all of our Mogul-Base CFLs (also called "Commercial Pendant Lights") in favor of LEDs for higher output & efficiency. We may decide to launch a couple new LED products after we're done with some long-term tests, but for now we're still big fans of T5HOs for medium-scale growing of terrarium plants. If you are a hobbyist looking to grow a tray or two worth of plants, even a simple CFL setup will work. If you are a larger-scale grower, it may be worth considering the custom LED route. We've had great luck with custom-designed 8-12ft long fixtures in our newest grow areas.