DeezBudz69
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Ok, so this is gonna be a long post but I need as much information as possible and advice on what to do.
So this is my first grow that I want to go all out with to try and produce the best flower I can. I've thought about buying seeds off of a reputable seed bank so I know what strand I'm growing.. But along with that I was going to get a nice set up so I can properly take care of them. I just need advice on what I need to do to grow the best possible plant. I've categorized everything from grow equipment to seeds and layout, the more responses the better.
The first step: Seed Bank
I've looked at a couple seed banks online, but I haven't had any experience with any of them so I would like to know which is the top 3 to order from. I was looking into ILGM and Nirvana. I looked around and some forums suggested with an in state seed bank so I wouldn't have to worry about customs. Does anyone have any good experience with the 2 I listed or is there better out there? I'm looking to buy 3 different strains with around a $200 spending limit for all 3. I live in Indiana so it needs to be a bank that sends to all the states.
The Setup:
Right now the best place for me to grow is in my closet. I could possibly get 2 or 3 growing outside but I prefer the closet. Its a 2x4x7 closet with sliding doors. I was looking into using LED lights to use as little electricity as possible but still being able to grow 3 plants in 5gal pots.
Lighting:
LED is really what I'm thinking, but I know there's a big debate on weather or not they grow well. I'm looking to spend at max $350 on my lighting but I want to get the most bang for my buck. It also has to be enough lighting to cover 3 plants in a 2x4x7 closet. Any suggestions on LED lighting or other options?
Soil:
I'm actually growing my "first plant" right now about 2 months along and a little over 3ft tall. I never invested good lighting but I did some research before planting and I ended up using fox farm soil. I never added any nutrients, just well water and 1 cfl bulb during veg. I then put outside for a month now. It has some lower yellow leaves dying but top leaves are fine so I assume a deficiency. That is what gave me the motivation to do it right this time around. I can attach some pictures if anyone wants to dish out some criticism lol. Sorry for the runoff, but I was looking to get ideas for some high quality soil, also I've never added nutrients or anything to my plant so I'm also open to advice on what nutrients to use or weather or not to use them.
Controlling Temperature:
My room is also cold as it has an ac unit in my window so I know keeping a steady temp is important. Is there any way I can keep a steady temp in my closet to keep them healthy? I know I need a fan blowing but that will only make it colder so I would like to know how I can get it warmer with more humidity if needed.
Boosters/nutrients:
Some websites offer "thc boosters or bud boosters", do they work or are they worth investing in? Or what nutrients to add and when to add them in growth?
Trimming:
What leaves should be trimmed for better light penetration? Its a big concern as I don't want to trim any needed leaves or put the plant in too much stress. So I avoided trimming all together.
Drying and Curing:
What is the best way to dry and cure after harvesting? I've heard of hanging it upside down and when curing use mason jars and burp it twice daily for about 30 min. But I'm not experienced so it would be nice to get a pretty rounded answer. Also how long does drying usually take and how long for curing?
Right now this is everything I can think of that I could really use some answers to. The more the better, I appreciate and welcome anyone with experience that could give me reliable information. Thanks for reading and sorry for the long post! (Pictures of current plant attached)
So this is my first grow that I want to go all out with to try and produce the best flower I can. I've thought about buying seeds off of a reputable seed bank so I know what strand I'm growing.. But along with that I was going to get a nice set up so I can properly take care of them. I just need advice on what I need to do to grow the best possible plant. I've categorized everything from grow equipment to seeds and layout, the more responses the better.
The first step: Seed Bank
I've looked at a couple seed banks online, but I haven't had any experience with any of them so I would like to know which is the top 3 to order from. I was looking into ILGM and Nirvana. I looked around and some forums suggested with an in state seed bank so I wouldn't have to worry about customs. Does anyone have any good experience with the 2 I listed or is there better out there? I'm looking to buy 3 different strains with around a $200 spending limit for all 3. I live in Indiana so it needs to be a bank that sends to all the states.
The Setup:
Right now the best place for me to grow is in my closet. I could possibly get 2 or 3 growing outside but I prefer the closet. Its a 2x4x7 closet with sliding doors. I was looking into using LED lights to use as little electricity as possible but still being able to grow 3 plants in 5gal pots.
Lighting:
LED is really what I'm thinking, but I know there's a big debate on weather or not they grow well. I'm looking to spend at max $350 on my lighting but I want to get the most bang for my buck. It also has to be enough lighting to cover 3 plants in a 2x4x7 closet. Any suggestions on LED lighting or other options?
Soil:
I'm actually growing my "first plant" right now about 2 months along and a little over 3ft tall. I never invested good lighting but I did some research before planting and I ended up using fox farm soil. I never added any nutrients, just well water and 1 cfl bulb during veg. I then put outside for a month now. It has some lower yellow leaves dying but top leaves are fine so I assume a deficiency. That is what gave me the motivation to do it right this time around. I can attach some pictures if anyone wants to dish out some criticism lol. Sorry for the runoff, but I was looking to get ideas for some high quality soil, also I've never added nutrients or anything to my plant so I'm also open to advice on what nutrients to use or weather or not to use them.
Controlling Temperature:
My room is also cold as it has an ac unit in my window so I know keeping a steady temp is important. Is there any way I can keep a steady temp in my closet to keep them healthy? I know I need a fan blowing but that will only make it colder so I would like to know how I can get it warmer with more humidity if needed.
Boosters/nutrients:
Some websites offer "thc boosters or bud boosters", do they work or are they worth investing in? Or what nutrients to add and when to add them in growth?
Trimming:
What leaves should be trimmed for better light penetration? Its a big concern as I don't want to trim any needed leaves or put the plant in too much stress. So I avoided trimming all together.
Drying and Curing:
What is the best way to dry and cure after harvesting? I've heard of hanging it upside down and when curing use mason jars and burp it twice daily for about 30 min. But I'm not experienced so it would be nice to get a pretty rounded answer. Also how long does drying usually take and how long for curing?
Right now this is everything I can think of that I could really use some answers to. The more the better, I appreciate and welcome anyone with experience that could give me reliable information. Thanks for reading and sorry for the long post! (Pictures of current plant attached)
