Proper Photoperiod

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j_tupper

Discussion Starter · #1 · Feb 22, 2010

It seems that many people have multiple photoperiods throughout the day consisting of lights on for a couple of hours, and then off, then finishing with a large photoperiod of four to six hours if not longer. What is the proper photoperiod and what is the purpose of these "on-off" times (algae, photosynthesis, etc)?

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guerdonian

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#5 · Feb 22, 2010

This is a great idea! I have decreased my photoperiod due to algae growth, but my tank lights go on after i leave for work, and go off by the time i get home. I will definitely be switching to this double light cycle idea.:thumbsup: