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Growing Setup

I have a terrarium that was for a chameleon that I repurposed to start off my seeds.
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My soil is Miracle Grow seed starter potting mix
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I used peat pellets to plant my seeds in
My light is TCP SpringLight 68-Watt (300W) Soft White Household CFL Light Bulb
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This is it with the light on and everything running
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What I want to know is everything fine?
I know space is an issue so, I ordered a tent and it is being shipped currently
 
I would suggest replacing the "Soft White" CFL with a minimum color temperature of 5000K/6500K (*TYPICALLY* called Daylight) for seedlings.

The bulb you have now is cranking out only 2700K. You can find specifications on bulbs online from typical Home Improvement stores before strolling out.

For some reason I think that browish plastic bag is from HD lol
 
I'd agree- 2700K is not going to do very well for you.
I've had really good luck with the Feit 42 watt CFLs- 2800 lumens and 6500K for ten bucks, and they last a really long time.
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Otherwise, everything looks fine. What's the temp and what seeds are you starting?
the temp fluctuates a little between 80-90 because I am using the light and a fan to heat and cool
the seeds I have are Brain Strains, Douglahs, and Butch T's
I just got my tent I ordered here are some pics
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and yes i moved the seedlings closer to the light so i could get more heat
I also have a heating mat coming soon hopefully
 
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