When upgrading to a larger tent, it's crucial to ensure your lighting is sufficient to maintain plant health and yield quality.
A general guideline is 30-50 watts per square foot for flowering cannabis:
100x100 cm Tent: 1 square meter = 10.76 square feet.
Minimum Wattage Needed: 30 watts/ft² * 10.76 ft² = 322.8 watts
Optimal Wattage Range: 30-50 watts/ft² * 10.76 ft² = 322.8-538 watts
Your 160-watt light falls significantly short of this range for a 1 square meter tent.
Additional Lighting: Add more lights to reach at least 300 watts. Ideally, aim for around 400-500 watts total for better coverage and light intensity, particularly during the flowering stage.
Upgrade Your Light: Consider upgrading to a more powerful light or a combination of lights that provide adequate intensity and coverage.
Optimize Light Efficiency: Ensure your light is hung at the correct height and adjust it as needed to provide even coverage.
By ensuring you have adequate lighting, you'll be better positioned to achieve a healthy, high-quality crop in your new, larger tent.