As nature has shown us for millions of years, the ideal light spectrum for plant growth is sunlight, which varies according to time of day, season, and geography. While most LED grow lights provide blue and red wavelengths, the Sollum team has designed the only smart LED solution for greenhouses that dynamically recreates and modulates the full natural spectrum of the Sun.
Thanks to scientific breakthroughs in photobiology, we are beginning to understand the full effects of sunlight on plant development. From sunrise to sunset, each phase of the light cycle is distinct and contributes to plant growth. Additionally, plant flowering, shade response and fruit development are also triggered by changes in natural light.
Data from a variety of crops such as lettuce, radishes, strawberries, lemons, peppers and herbs cultivated using Sollum's Canadian, leading-edge technology, in collaboration with research centers and customers, demonstrates the benefits of responsive, crop-specific lighting: higher crop yields (10-40% depending on the plant*), better produce appearance and taste, and longer shelf life.
Full spectrum modulation also benefits greenhouse growers by improving the energy efficiency of their operation. By modulating lighting spectrum and intensity, our solution generates over 40% energy savings** thanks to optimized light treatment!
Want to learn more about our smart LED grow lights?
Check out our white paper Seasonal Variation in Natural Light Implications for Greenhouse Lighting or visit sollum.tech.
* Compared to LED
**Compared to HPS |
