i want to get a 40-55 gallon tank. I want this to become like a crazy planted tank, it's okay even if it looks bad I just want plants everywhere! I want to get a light that makes plants grow fast and good. Not just for low lighting plants, I want a carpet too. Obviously it'll be expensive, but I...

is it good enough to grow plants? (9 watts i believe) i also have a zoo med ultra sun cfl and a clip on desk lap that i could use, would that be a better choice? also, the tank is new, can i cycle it before placing the substrate (the substrate i want is sold out everywhere) or should i wait...