2 foot grow light recommendation?

[catherinecarney]

Hi all--

Please excuse the newbie question. I have searched the lighting threads and couldn't find the info I was looking for, so thought I had better ask.

I have a 2 foot wide space on either side of my dining room window and was wondering what T-5 fixtures would be best? I am on a budget (aren't we all), so I am looking for a decent quality lighting solution that won't break the bank. I have noticed that it's tough (at least for me) to find lighting that will fit in this rather tight space....

Home Depot sells a 2' T-5 grow light that's supposed to output 2000 lumens and runs less than $50 for the fixture. I gather this might be on the low side for cattleyas, but might be high enough for phals?

Any suggestions would be appreciated!

Catherine