Would you like the idea if I told you that you could grow your favorite plants even while living in a concrete building in the most populous city? Yes, it is quite possible with a small grow tent.

If you like to have greenery around you, this is your best bet. As the name suggests, it doesn’t take up much space but provides optimal conditions for plants to grow.

If you are interested in growing seedlings, fruits, vegetables and more, having a small grow tent kit is a great option. The best part is that all the light, scent and water stays inside, ensuring the plants grow in the most ideal conditions.

You have complete control over your garden with the necessary conditions under one roof. With all the attractive features of a small grow tent, who wouldn’t want to buy one? So we’ve put together this guide to help you find the best small grow tent for your home.

Why grow plants indoors?

Even if you’re new to gardening, you know that all plants have some basic needs. Plants need light, water and air to survive. Dig a little deeper and you’ll learn that plants grow best when they’re getting the right nutrients from the soil and living in a balanced humidity and temperature.

Growing plants in the outdoor elements can be difficult to time. Sow seeds or seedlings too early and they may wilt in an unexpected frost. Start too late, and they may not have a chance to bloom — or produce salad-worthy produce — before the first frosts of fall.

Growing plants indoors gives you more control. You have the ability to mimic the cycle of natural light and ensure proper temperature, humidity and airflow. You’ll also protect plants from harsh elements during their early, fragile germination stages.

ECO Farm 2*2FT(24*24*55inch) Hydroponic Indoor Grow Tent

Features:

This ECO farm grow tent uses strictly high-density 600D diamond mylar canvas, the hydroponic mylar grow tent blocks all light from escaping and is lined with 96% reflective mylar to maximize the light source you set up effectively. The smooth and durable zipper allows you to easily open and close the grow tent’s door multiple times. The black-lined zipper design with double stitching makes it more tear-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about light passing through the zipper and fabric seams. The front window is a great addition as it amplifies the plant’s energy store by filtering white light. So you can inspect your plants without affecting yours. You don’t need to open the whole thing to take a peek.

Gorilla 2ft x 2ft5inch x 4ft11inch w/ Ext 5ft11inch Grow Tents

Features:

The Gorilla Grow Tent features a patent-pending adjustable height extension kit that enables you to increase the height of your grow space from 7' to 8' or 9' tall. Your plants can grow up to 50%. You no longer have to worry about your plants outgrowing your grow lights and indoor grow rooms. Now you can experience squat-free action without banging your head against a low-hanging light. Gorilla Grow tents and GGT Shorty tents are made of 1680D threaded reflective fabric that is 3–9 times denser than any other grow tent. This means they are more lightfast, more durable, quieter, stronger, safer, and create the best growing environment for you and your plants. Unique “diamond” reflective walls provide greater growth light reflection and light redistribution, minimizing hot spots and maximizing your grow room setup.

Black Box 2ft x 2ft x 6.5ft Grow Tent

Features:

A Black box grow tent is a sealed indoor growing space that allows new plants to be grown from seeds or cuttings without the need for an external greenhouse. Use a black box to separate plants at different developmental stages, change internal conditions according to individual plant requirements, or try different lighting to determine the best combination for growth. The exterior is made of thick black canvas with a silver reflective interior coating that allows the light from your grow lights to focus on the plants. The Black Box also features a metal frame made of durable steel tubing and heavy duty zippers; vents and cord holes provide sleeves with pull cords to seal outlets around pipes and cords. A removable dividing wall in the middle of the Black Box allows you to manipulate the growing environment to provide the best climate for your plants to grow.

Seven Reasons Why You Should Buy a Grow Tent

Use Unused: You don’t have to own another piece of land to garden. Grow Tents are small tents that pack very efficiently. They’re designed to make the most of your unused interior space. So even if you don’t have a large outdoor garden, the Grow Tent fits perfectly in your garage, balcony and basement.

Continue your passion for gardening year-round: Once you think about growing a tent, nature no longer controls what you can grow. You can use the seeds or seedlings you want to grow your favorite vegetables, salad greens, and other plants anytime, anywhere. The weather doesn’t matter to you anymore.

Easy to Set Up And Use: You don’t need to be a pro to set up and use the grow tent. Grow tents are ideal for hobbyists. Most Grow Tent users can set up their tent without using any tools. To meet the growing needs of your plants, choose a spot near your tent with plenty of electricity and water.

You Can Control Airflow: Most grow tents are equipped with advanced air filtration systems that help the tent circulate clean air. The filtration system utilizes carbon activated filters to draw air from inside the grow tent and release it outside the tent. This is called “negative pressure”. Keeping fresh air inside the grow tent is very effective.

Keep Bugs Away: Due to the closed system structure, all bugs, pests, insects cannot enter your tent as long as you keep the tent closed. This is a huge plus when it comes to outdoor gardening.

Make the most of it: Grow tents are designed in such a way that they can use most of the energy input such as light, air, humidity. So your Grow Tent gardening will be more efficient than ever.

Variety: In today’s market, the Grow Tent’s variety in size, price, and functionality is commendable. You can choose according to your budget, necessary features and the available space you have. We are here to help you make the right buying decision.

Tips for assembling a grow tent

Benefits to using a grow tent include being able to have a noninvasive independent light schedule, keeping the plants separate from other activities in a room, and forming a discreet place for a controlled environment.

Here are some tips for assembling a grow tent:

1) Select a suitable location
The ideal location for a grow tent is one that is on a moisture-tolerant surface, easy to access, within range of a sufficient electrical source, and not subject to radical temperature fluctuations or in the way of daily activities.

2) Avoid using over carpeting
If a spill leads to moisture on the carpet beneath the tent, then not only can the carpet be ruined, but mold may start to grow, or insects may take up residence.

3) Make sure that there is enough available power
While the tent itself doesn’t require any electricity to operate, lights, fans, heat mats, and any water/air pumps used will need power. Check the amperage requirements of any devices against (no more than 80 percent of) the capacity of the electrical circuit used to avoid overloading.

4) Place in a temperate area
While a minor difference can help cool the tent, if the space the tent is kept in is much colder than the interior of the tent, moisture can condense at the top until droplets form, and it can precipitate, or “rain,” inside the tent.

Conclusion

Grow tents can simplify and contain indoor gardens, especially if an entire room cannot be dedicated to growing plants with a light schedule. They allow for an early start, or use during harvest. Choosing the right tent and setting it up correctly can help you get the most out of this popular growing method.