I started off half cocked @ Home Depot.Lost a small fortune buying lights from them.Due to not fully understanding what I really needed & Lack of reading what the master grower's teach everyone on here.RIU has abundant members that have shared their secrets.Thanks to Everyone!I do belive I read this website more than the local paper,lol. Good luck growing & Lowes does have everything you need.Except strains of weed.