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title: "Im not too sure whats wrong with my sunflower seedlings, ive had this…"
description: "Im not too sure whats wrong with my sunflower seedlings, ive had this happen with a few seedlings in the past but it shrivels up in one area and gets very…"
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author: "Spiderman"
published: "2026-03-21T20:38:55.254143Z"
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# Im not too sure whats wrong with my sunflower seedlings, ive had this…

_Posted by Spiderman on 2026-03-21_

Im not too sure whats wrong with my sunflower seedlings, ive had this happen with a few seedlings in the past but it shrivels up in one area and gets very droopy as if its been pinched or damaged even though i dont mess with them. Im using a grow light so maybe thats the issue and the light isnt good enough? I was trying to use old mechanical pencils to help support them. If someone can help i would appreciate it, thank you!

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## 4 comments

### Phil commented on 2026-03-21

How strong is your grow light?

#### Spiderman replied on 2026-03-21

16W, 1900 Lumens, 5000K + 660 nm

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#### Phil replied on 2026-03-21

I’m not familiar with using a grow light for seedlings but just did a quick look up and it appears you need a lot more lumins. At least double. And within a few inches of your seedlings. I’d suggest more research to be sure. Check out YouTube also. Sorry can’t give more help but I think it’s a start.

#### Spiderman replied on 2026-03-21

Oh gosh double 😭? I suppose that makes sense, ill try looking something up but it still sucks because a lot of the seedlings i use with this grow light get kind of leggy

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