Christian for Ganja
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This is my first attempt. I've just ordered some reflective mylar to "complete" my grow-room. I may invest in some better lights, but they seem to be getting the job done. Not too bad for a first-timer?
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Christian for Ganja
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Thanks for the advice, Dfunk. Do you think the reflective mylar will substitute enough for the CFL side lighting, or is just a wise and necessary investment regardless? I'm not sure I know what you mean by "tie them down." Mind giving me the cliff's notes on how to do that? I sure as hell don't want to screw these up.
del66666
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need 2 start tying down when younger if poss but use string or sticks with little hooks to pull top of plant over,keep low and lights close,that looks like a big area,i use 400 watts of enviro(similar cfl) in a space roughly a metre square otherwise buds arent solid.you have done good though,well done m8.
stilltokin
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they look good for those type of lights. Try and invest in a better light or get some cfl's, their great.
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Christian for Ganja
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Thanks, everyone. I've got a new batch of seedlings starting for another crop. The plants above (and the new seedlings) are unfortunately schwag, but I don't want to waste money on good stuff until I know what I'm doing. Besides, I have faith I can take cheap schwag and make into something a little better using the proper nutes, soils, care, etc. I'll practice cloning this next batch of schwag so I don't have to go through the hassle of germination, seedlings, etc.
My grow-room is a 12' x 12' x 8' with cement walls (no windows). I built a make-shift frame out of PVC, but it definitely needs to be tweeked for better stability, more ease of use, electrical outlets, etc. I'm going to paint the basement white and line the new PVC frame with black plastic (on the outside and top) and with reflective mylar on the inside. I hope to section the room into a few different areas (i.e. seedlings, germination, vegetative, budding, etc.). You all have definitely convinced me to invest in better lights for flowering. I suppose I'll continue to use my 4' plant/aquarium flo lights for veging and seedlings. I'll implement the tie-downs on this next batch and practice with those. This next batch will definitely be my extreme "experimental" batch before I jump into the costly stuff.
I'll search the board and web for more information on better lights. I'm still unsure of what all the initials mean (e.g. CFL, HID, MH, HPS). All I know is growing is one of the most rewarding feelings of accomplishments. I'm hooked on the pride of growing, now. I almost (almost!!!) don't care about smoking them. I'll get it there soon and keep you all posted.
Any other advice on the above set up is much appreciated!
My grow-room is a 12' x 12' x 8' with cement walls (no windows). I built a make-shift frame out of PVC, but it definitely needs to be tweeked for better stability, more ease of use, electrical outlets, etc. I'm going to paint the basement white and line the new PVC frame with black plastic (on the outside and top) and with reflective mylar on the inside. I hope to section the room into a few different areas (i.e. seedlings, germination, vegetative, budding, etc.). You all have definitely convinced me to invest in better lights for flowering. I suppose I'll continue to use my 4' plant/aquarium flo lights for veging and seedlings. I'll implement the tie-downs on this next batch and practice with those. This next batch will definitely be my extreme "experimental" batch before I jump into the costly stuff.
I'll search the board and web for more information on better lights. I'm still unsure of what all the initials mean (e.g. CFL, HID, MH, HPS). All I know is growing is one of the most rewarding feelings of accomplishments. I'm hooked on the pride of growing, now. I almost (almost!!!) don't care about smoking them. I'll get it there soon and keep you all posted.
Any other advice on the above set up is much appreciated!
Christian for Ganja
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Alright, we found a cherry cush seed (only one seed, I know). Let's all hope and pray it's a female seed! I'm storing it until I get the mylar and new lights. I may even wait until this new batch of schwag seedlings are usable for experimenting cloning and such. Cuz I'm gonna clone the hell out of this mother plant if I can.
MEANGREEN69
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or breed the swag with the cherry cush just for fun and youll have lots of seeds..or dont...good luck
Widow Maker
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Cfl = compact flourscent
hid = high intensity discharge (hps or mh)
hps = high pressure sodium (most lumens of all) (best for budding)
mh = metal halide (like an hps but less lumens but more light spectrum) usually used for veg cycle.
I cant remember what else you wanted to know but these are the only lights you want to worry about. WM
hid = high intensity discharge (hps or mh)
hps = high pressure sodium (most lumens of all) (best for budding)
mh = metal halide (like an hps but less lumens but more light spectrum) usually used for veg cycle.
I cant remember what else you wanted to know but these are the only lights you want to worry about. WM
cheetah2007
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not too good too! more light more light .....
scotty hooton
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i'm a strong voter on the tie down thing i tie shit back in a closet and keep the light hell close
Christian for Ganja
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Oh man... great idea. So, if the Cherry Cush is a male, breed it with the female crap weed and at least have something better than the ragweed. Beautiful!
Christian for Ganja
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rofl... yeah... I'm beginning to see that in comparison to others.
Christian for Ganja
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Thanks, boss. I've been on 1000bulbs.com trying to find something I can pay for cash locally. I'll keep the 40W 4' flo's for vegging and seeding (using mylar and black plastic to condense the light and lumen concentration) and will look into CFL screw-ins for side lighting of the flowering plants and overhang either HPS or HID.
The new PVC base I'm designing should help compartmentalize the seeding, vegging, and flowering stages (as well as cut down on disbursement of light throughout the square footage). It's 10' (L) x 7' (T) x 3' (W). The plants (seedlings and flowering) will be raised up 2' so I can put fans underneath the plants. The top of the PVC stand will have the outdoor exhaust piped directly into it and will be completely closed off with black plastic and mylar. Using 2" pipe I can run all my cords through the stand for a bit cleaner and safer working environment.
What about having the fans moving air underneath the plants? I've heard you do not want fan-air directly on the plants. Would I need a fan up higher to cool the HID, HPS, or MH lights? Or is the fan used more to encourage CO2, dehumidification, and prevent stagnant air? I can get small clamp-on lights to blow directly on the lights, but will the larger fans underneath (angled up, slightly) be adequate?
{Kottonmouth.King}
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Yo go to the GrowFAQ at the top of the page. Read and research for about 12 hours and you will start to get a better understanding of how to grow killer dank. Also NEVER EVER EVER TELL ANYONE THAT YOU ARE GROWING!!! NOT YOUR CLOSEST FRIENDS. NOT YOUR GIRLFRIEND. NOT EVEN YOUR PRIEST!!!(i saw ur christian). Keep that shit to yourself and if you grew some killer dank and ur friends ask where you got it say you bought it. Dont deal because dealers are evil. Grow medicinal ganja and you will be forever rewarded.
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Christian for Ganja
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Gracias. I've been pouring over those threads and many other webpages. The only two people who know are my "dealers" who are getting me seeds. Other than that, my mouth is more water-tight than a frog's ass. And don't worry about the priest, I'm Protestant.
