Growing in a 60x60 tent – how much can you fit and which lights should you choose?

A small grow tent sized 60x60x140–160 cm is a great option for beginners, people with limited space, or growers looking for a second tent for the vegetative stage or cloning. Despite its compact size, you can still achieve surprisingly good results with the right setup. What should you know before you start?

How many plants can you fit in a 60x60 grow tent?

In theory, you can fit up to 4 smaller plants in 6–9L pots, but in practice most growers choose one of these proven setups:

1 larger plant trained with LST or SCROG – maximize yield from a single plant and keep full control.
2 plants in medium pots – easier access to each plant and lower risk of humidity issues.
4 small plants in smaller pots (around 6L) – fast cycles, but the tent becomes crowded quickly.

Which LED grow light for a 60x60 tent?

A 60x60 footprint equals 0.36 m². The best choice is usually an LED light around 100–150W (depending on diode quality, fixture design and overall efficiency).

Recommended models

GOAT 100W
GOAT 120W + UV
COSMOS 150W
Lumatek ATS 200W (dimmable) – extra power headroom and works отлично even when dimmed down.

Ventilation and filtration – small tent, big impact

In a small tent, temperature and humidity can swing quickly, so airflow is crucial. A solid minimum setup includes:

Exhaust fan: at least 150 m³/h – e.g. AXIAL FLO 100.
Carbon filter: matched to the airflow (minimum 150 m³/h).
Small oscillating fan: keeps air moving between the leaves and helps reduce mold risk.

Watering – hand watering or something more automatic?

With 1–2 plants you can easily water by hand. If you want more convenience, consider:

capillary mats – they help maintain moisture during short trips,
simple irrigation options if you want more consistency and comfort.

Nutrients and additives – don’t overdo it

In a small grow, keeping things simple usually works best. Instead of mixing too many extras, stick to one proven nutrient line, for example:

BioBizz Try-Pack Indoor – an organic starter kit for soil.
Advanced Nutrients Grow-Micro-Bloom – an efficient mineral system that’s easy to run.
Plagron Terra or Canna Terra – classic solutions for soil growing.

Summary – what matters most in a 60x60 tent?

Lighting: 100–150W LED
Ventilation: min. 150 m³/h + carbon filter
Plants: 1–2 (most comfortable option)
Pots: 6–11 liters
Growing medium: soil, coco or AutoPot

Who is a 60x60 grow tent for?

This is a perfect choice for:

beginner growers,
hobby growers living in apartments,
people who want to test new genetics without using too much space,
growers looking for an extra tent for veg or clones.

Recommended: “How to increase yield” series + Growbox

If you want to dive into indoor growing (growbox, lighting, substrate, nutrients, drying), start with the category that guides you step by step through the whole setup:

Growbox – the best place to start

Also check the “How to increase yield” guide series (you can link all parts as a complete set):