I only have a quick moment but appreciate this. It is about the environment. Create the best environment that you can. Put expenses into that before anything or you will be disappointed.
HID in winter, and I liked ceramic metal hylide during summer. Led or any quality cooler light in warmer months.
For a first start, consider soil and adding a few amendments for mid to later periods of growth as the plant readies for each stage of development.
I also like soil and recommend for new growers because it is more forgiving than soiless and hydroponics.
Your gonna get alot of advice. Take it all in, breath deep and enjoy the ride. Worry not, your gonna have ups, downs, disasters and triumphs. We all been there and done that and is part of the natural order.
Get familiar with pest and mold aspects. specifically powdery mildew, spider mites, thrips and fungus gnats for starters. Donāt worry thereās moreā¦ Dang pests.
Understand the environment and conditions they like and multiply in. Take precautions and effective measures seriously.
Itās gonna be an exciting time and I wish you all my best!
Hempyfan!