In the world of indoor gardening, managing humidity levels is crucial for healthy plant growth. As temperatures rise, so does the risk of high humidity, which can negatively impact your plants. In this week's blog post, we'll be sharing some helpful tips and tricks to help reduce humidity levels in your grow room.
To better understand humidity, it's important to know that it's the amount of water vapor in the air. Relative humidity, on the other hand, is the ratio of current absolute humidity to the highest possible absolute humidity. Essentially, relative humidity is the air that is completely saturated with water vapor and can't hold any more.
Increased heat causes water to move faster within the air, resulting in higher humidity levels. To combat this, we recommend implementing the following strategies:
Invest in a Dehumidifier: While it may be the most expensive option, purchasing a dehumidifier is a simple and effective way to reduce humidity levels. Simply set up the dehumidifier in the middle of your grow room and ensure that it has an automatic shut off feature or a timer to prevent over-drying your plants.
Improve Ventilation: One of the easiest and most affordable ways to reduce humidity is to improve ventilation in your grow room. Consider adding more exhaust fans or increasing the speed of your existing extraction system. You can also use an atmospheric controller with a humidity setting to automatically adjust fan speed as needed.
Defoliate Your Plants: Another budget-friendly option for reducing humidity levels is defoliating your plants. By cutting back on large leaves, you can help decrease humidity levels and improve overall air circulation.
Invest in an Air Conditioner: While air conditioners produce cold air that can help reduce humidity, it's important to note that they can create an unstable environment if they run for brief periods. Additionally, smaller AC units may actually produce heat, which can raise temperatures and further impact humidity levels.
No matter which strategy you choose, it's important to select the option that best suits your needs. If you need assistance, our team at contact@lighthousehydro.com.au is always available to help via email Or call!