Drying In Extreme Cold?

[TheTrippyHippie]

So winter is approaching and I have my grow out in a outdoor structure in a box. I'm probably going to get 1.5-2.0 OZ's

My question is, when I cut and trim and hang my buds how much will the freezing temps effect the drying process? Also humidity is significantly higher in winter so it's about 60-80%.

Heaters are not a option, quick dry is not a option.

I have fans.

 

[Extacie]

I am not sure, I sort of have same question so am curious on the experienced answering. I've been sticking a heater in mine to keep about 40 degrees.

I know the slower it drys without molding, the better the end product. But that humidity is to high. 60 is probably ok, but id try to get it around 45-50 the first couple days if possible. Don't want to ruin all your hard work to mold. Maybe get some "damp rid" to stock in there with them if dehumidifier isn't an option?

I also think best to keep above freezing. It's my understanding they are still transporting sugars/breaking down chlorophyll during drying so may screw up that process? I've also read trichomes can bust if it reaches before freezing long, but again, I don't know that for sure, just what I have read.

Best of luck. I look forward to hearing others responses.

One more thing with humidity:
If you can't get it down to 50 or so for the first couple days I'd make sure to cut them into smaller sections so less chance of mold. I am not sure tho just a thought.

 

[shannonball]

So winter is approaching and I have my grow out in a outdoor structure in a box. I'm probably going to get 1.5-2.0 OZ's

My question is, when I cut and trim and hang my buds how much will the freezing temps effect the drying process? Also humidity is significantly higher in winter so it's about 60-80%.

Heaters are not a option, quick dry is not a option.

I have fans.

isn't the humidity lower in the cold? at least it is in New England.

 

[TheTrippyHippie]

isn't the humidity lower in the cold? at least it is in New England.

I'm in a New England state and maybe im just fucking retarded. Is the humidity lower? I've been seeing like 70% on the weather and shit.

 

[shannonball]

I'm in a New England state and maybe im just fucking retarded. Is the humidity lower? I've been seeing like 70% on the weather and shit.

you could be. ever notice how you're skin is drier in the winter and your nose runs when you're outside. that because the humidity is low. it is 39% right now in Boston. I'd consider that LOW.


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