Javadog
Well-Known Member
There-abouts....
The trichs are the best indicator. They will go from clear,
to cloudy, and lastly to amber.
You want to pick when cloudy predominates.
Good luck,
JD
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The trichs are the best indicator. They will go from clear,
to cloudy, and lastly to amber.
You want to pick when cloudy predominates.
Good luck,
JD
PsymonCloud9
New Member
Hi Everyone!............ I have started my first grow a month ago (AK-47 Auto's) and even though I did do some research have run into some issues and im looking forward to 'picking the brains' of the more experienced grower and learning more about growing the best plant on the planet!!............... Im only in the game to grow enough for myself, used to be a daily smoker for about 10 years but haven't even had a smoke in about 5 years, however, after going on a myriad of harder chems recently, I have now realised nothing really beats MJ as a drug for me, it's so reliable, much healthier than all the other crap out there and I cant believe all these freaking Dinosaurs in charge of this world can't see how relatively harmless it is and leave the people alone to enjoy MJ freely if they desire!.........Looking forward to learning and meeting people with an affinity to this magical herb!......... Sorry for the no paragraphs but 'enter' doesn't work for me... Peace out. Psymon
scottarm2013
Member
ive only got a 3x one can just about see them looking clear i think i have a microscope could i use a frosty leaf to check of must it be the buds.
mr ganga
mr ganga
smknfrggrl
New Member
This is really my second time ever trying to grow a plant. I germinated a bunch of seeds. Did not realize they were all going to sprout. I know have a small herb garden growing in my living room window. I never fully expected the seeds to really do anything as they were dry and many crumbles. Needless to say I have a ton of plant and do not know what to do with them, They are all about 2-3 inches tall. please he
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GrowYourFace
Well-Known Member
Newbert Intro, LED Content, Grandiose Plans
Hey Now !
Married with teenage kids, living a suburban life in San Diego.
Been enjoying the green for 25 years and now ready to try and grow this shit.
I am a medical patient and am looking to learn the all important skill of growing in this quickly changing world.
I have a BS in Biology and work in the medical field. I am pretty good with the Biology, decent with the chemistry, but not that great with the physics.
I am very much interested in the medicinal benefits of cannabis, and try to follow the medical/scientific literature.
I have NEVER grown before, and I have never even helped a buddy trim, etc., etc.
I have spent many hours here over the last month and will be pulling the trigger in the next few days and purchasing my items.
I will be trying to minimize the variables as much as possible.
I understand the importance of Ph and I understand that LED grown plants don't use as much water and need less frequent watering than MH/HPS grown plants. I also understand the importance of genetics, and with that, if needed, paying for the genetics.
I have recently sold one of my prized baseball cards to pay for the operation.
At this point I am going to go with a 3'x3' grow tent with the 2nd chamber
and LED lighting.
The choice to go with a LED was something that happened here at RIU. I want to invest my energy in learning a "new" technology as I believe LEDs will definitely be the future. I read every entry in Psuagro's journal with the stubborn autoflowers. I have the lights narrowed down to 2 Hans Panels or 1 Area 51 SGS 160. For me, it probably won't make much of a difference which one, but I am leaning towards Hans panels, but I would appreciate thoughts on these lights in a 3'x3' area, and if there is a better tent for these lights ? I am also looking to put some "T5 flouros" in the upper chamber for propagation, and am looking for some direction on a decent set that are not too pricey.(They have to be 24")
I plan on trying both from clones and from seeds. I thought dealing with clones in socal would be straight forward, but the feedback on san diego clones (emarijuanaclones) has not been that great and I am a little nervous about dropping $$ on clones. I went to one of the dispenseries in Pacific Beach and was informed about clonequeen http://www.cqdna.com/ . They are pricey but have a better reputation(?) than eclones. Any feedback on the best clones in San Diego would be appreciated.
Also both from seeds and clones, which common strains tend to be easiest for noobs to grow ?
I have a pack of 5 each feminized seeds in my cart at Nirvana, of, Blue Mystic, Aurora Indica, and Haze 1. Seems as this is as good a place as any, to start.
I am very much intimidated by hydroponics at this time, and will be using soil. Lots of recommendations here, and there seems to be high regard for Roots organic soil and Foxfarm ocean forest; is there anything more to soil ? Should I consider putting the seedling into rockwool and then soil ? To my beginner brain, this is already another step, and another place to screw things up.
As far as nutrients go, haven't spent that much time sorting them all out. Seem like there are a million options and everyone has what works for them. I would like to keep it simple, and will spend more time fine tuning the choices once I have proven to myself that I can get to that point
With that said, uprising grow and bloom are held in high regard, so I may just start there. I saw here where one dude was gaga over "bud candy" and how can you go wrong with a name like that.
gadgets- looking to pick up soil and water Ph meter(s), thermometer, humidity index, co2 ppm
This one seems to do it all(not Ph) and has great ratings, any reason not to get it ?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PDGFR8/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1NI0VO6X2CZ7C
co2- my inner logic says this is important, but for the sake of simplicity will probably try the first grow without co2 enrichment. I will monitor the count, and may change my mind if they are not doing well, and it could be due to low co2.
So, here's the grandiose part. Growing the stuff is only half of the plan. Eventually, when I have enough bud saved up, probably 12-18 months away, I am contemplating trying to make Simpson Oil. I am very much intrigued by this super high potency cannibanoid oil and its incredible healing powers. I want to try this stuff out for myself. So, having passed both organic chemistry and biochemistry, I feel I have at least a chance of being able to do it.
(volcano)
So, one final statement/question.
Smoking the shit:
I have always been a (glass) water pipe kind of guy. Love popping those bingers. After hearing all the chatter about vaping, dropped over $100 on a plug in "home" vaporizer called a Volcano. After experimenting with this thing for the last 18 months, I am unable to get a satisfactory rush/high/buzz from it. I always have to finish up with a BH after toking off the volcano. What gives ?? Am I doing it wrong, or is that how it is ? Is the temp not right ? I tried between 380-420 degrees. Am I not putting enough in each time, and subsequently breathing in just a lot of air ? The material is ground with a grinder btw. Needles to say, the volcano gathers a lot of dust and doesn't get used too often. I am scared to try the new pens that are out there but they look so cool.
OK, enough of this long winded yap.
I hope to hear from a few with some helpful hints, advice, and INSIGHT (which I lack)
I can't wait to get started and will start ordering this stuff in the next couple of days.
I love my cameras and look forward to posting many pics documenting the upcoming adventure.
If there is anyone in the San Diego area that want to meet for coffee, send me a message.
Thanks to all for a great site, as I have already learned so much.
GYF
Hey Now !
Married with teenage kids, living a suburban life in San Diego.
Been enjoying the green for 25 years and now ready to try and grow this shit.
I am a medical patient and am looking to learn the all important skill of growing in this quickly changing world.
I have a BS in Biology and work in the medical field. I am pretty good with the Biology, decent with the chemistry, but not that great with the physics.
I am very much interested in the medicinal benefits of cannabis, and try to follow the medical/scientific literature.
I have NEVER grown before, and I have never even helped a buddy trim, etc., etc.
I have spent many hours here over the last month and will be pulling the trigger in the next few days and purchasing my items.
I will be trying to minimize the variables as much as possible.
I understand the importance of Ph and I understand that LED grown plants don't use as much water and need less frequent watering than MH/HPS grown plants. I also understand the importance of genetics, and with that, if needed, paying for the genetics.
I have recently sold one of my prized baseball cards to pay for the operation.
At this point I am going to go with a 3'x3' grow tent with the 2nd chamber
and LED lighting.
The choice to go with a LED was something that happened here at RIU. I want to invest my energy in learning a "new" technology as I believe LEDs will definitely be the future. I read every entry in Psuagro's journal with the stubborn autoflowers. I have the lights narrowed down to 2 Hans Panels or 1 Area 51 SGS 160. For me, it probably won't make much of a difference which one, but I am leaning towards Hans panels, but I would appreciate thoughts on these lights in a 3'x3' area, and if there is a better tent for these lights ? I am also looking to put some "T5 flouros" in the upper chamber for propagation, and am looking for some direction on a decent set that are not too pricey.(They have to be 24")
I plan on trying both from clones and from seeds. I thought dealing with clones in socal would be straight forward, but the feedback on san diego clones (emarijuanaclones) has not been that great and I am a little nervous about dropping $$ on clones. I went to one of the dispenseries in Pacific Beach and was informed about clonequeen http://www.cqdna.com/ . They are pricey but have a better reputation(?) than eclones. Any feedback on the best clones in San Diego would be appreciated.
Also both from seeds and clones, which common strains tend to be easiest for noobs to grow ?
I have a pack of 5 each feminized seeds in my cart at Nirvana, of, Blue Mystic, Aurora Indica, and Haze 1. Seems as this is as good a place as any, to start.
I am very much intimidated by hydroponics at this time, and will be using soil. Lots of recommendations here, and there seems to be high regard for Roots organic soil and Foxfarm ocean forest; is there anything more to soil ? Should I consider putting the seedling into rockwool and then soil ? To my beginner brain, this is already another step, and another place to screw things up.
As far as nutrients go, haven't spent that much time sorting them all out. Seem like there are a million options and everyone has what works for them. I would like to keep it simple, and will spend more time fine tuning the choices once I have proven to myself that I can get to that point
With that said, uprising grow and bloom are held in high regard, so I may just start there. I saw here where one dude was gaga over "bud candy" and how can you go wrong with a name like that.gadgets- looking to pick up soil and water Ph meter(s), thermometer, humidity index, co2 ppm
This one seems to do it all(not Ph) and has great ratings, any reason not to get it ?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PDGFR8/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1NI0VO6X2CZ7C
co2- my inner logic says this is important, but for the sake of simplicity will probably try the first grow without co2 enrichment. I will monitor the count, and may change my mind if they are not doing well, and it could be due to low co2.
So, here's the grandiose part. Growing the stuff is only half of the plan. Eventually, when I have enough bud saved up, probably 12-18 months away, I am contemplating trying to make Simpson Oil. I am very much intrigued by this super high potency cannibanoid oil and its incredible healing powers. I want to try this stuff out for myself. So, having passed both organic chemistry and biochemistry, I feel I have at least a chance of being able to do it.
(volcano)
So, one final statement/question.
Smoking the shit:
I have always been a (glass) water pipe kind of guy. Love popping those bingers. After hearing all the chatter about vaping, dropped over $100 on a plug in "home" vaporizer called a Volcano. After experimenting with this thing for the last 18 months, I am unable to get a satisfactory rush/high/buzz from it. I always have to finish up with a BH after toking off the volcano. What gives ?? Am I doing it wrong, or is that how it is ? Is the temp not right ? I tried between 380-420 degrees. Am I not putting enough in each time, and subsequently breathing in just a lot of air ? The material is ground with a grinder btw. Needles to say, the volcano gathers a lot of dust and doesn't get used too often. I am scared to try the new pens that are out there but they look so cool.
OK, enough of this long winded yap.
I hope to hear from a few with some helpful hints, advice, and INSIGHT (which I lack)
I can't wait to get started and will start ordering this stuff in the next couple of days.
I love my cameras and look forward to posting many pics documenting the upcoming adventure.
If there is anyone in the San Diego area that want to meet for coffee, send me a message.
Thanks to all for a great site, as I have already learned so much.
GYF
CloudyWeather
Active Member
so first off, im assuming you already have them in small containers... i would go to home depot and buy a few 150w cfls. they dont suck too much energy and they give a good amount of light. you can also find the light socket/power cord configuration in the same isle for like a few bucks. even comes with the circular metal heat shield thing. i dont use it though. i have already germinated 4 or 5 with those lights and they work great. when they are the right size you will want to transplant them into i would recomend 6" pots if your useing soil or rockwool if useing cubes. get some foxfarm ocean? ive heard its pretty good but never used it. im growing my clones in cubes and my germs in soil but mine arent big enough to transplant yet. also visit a hydroponics shop and get some nutes or if your using soil, get another recommendation because im growing in soil for the first time too. ive heard the fox farm is great though. but what ever you do, do not use miraclegrow.
I basically ran into the same situation you did and thats how i decided to start learning to grow. had a couple cherry ak47 seeds. didnt expect anything and they turned out really healthy. i went to home depot and bought two large plastic storage containers, and you can either paint the inside or put mylar inside, and flip one over the top of the other to make a small container. then cut a hole in the top to string your lights through and you can adjust the hight. put the container you built on top of some 5 gal buckets, and puncture some holes in the bottom of the container so water can drain into the buckets. place pots on top of a trey in the container so they are not sitting in water. you have to make sure you have adequate water drainage especially after transplant. put a small fan in there, and a thermometer and humidity guage. then, also at home depot, buy a product called "damprid". it cost about 3 bucks. its a moisture absorber. put it in with the plants to keep the humidity down. if you have extra cash buy a power strip with built in timer otherwise you have to do the light cyle manually which can be tedious if you have any kind of a schedule. you can also make a Co2 generator if you want to go all out. reference youtube for that. and if the enclosure gets too hot, just either take the top half off, or crack it to let the heat vent. this enclosure set up will work well for early vegetation and germinating and is extremely cheap to set up. i am using the exact set up right now for my clones while i scrap up the money to convert my closet and i built the plastic enclosure as the plants were growing. this was pretty stressful for them but they are doing great right now. best of luck to you man.
BrotherBuddz
New Member
Hello Guys and Gals!!!
I'm new here and have been doing research for quite some time also collecting my equipment slowly. I'm planning to have everything by end of nov and will order my beans online. I found this site to be very informative and helpful. I'm doing this because i want to ditch the dealer after he declared another price increase per Oz. I also smoke a lot and decided this is the way to go to save myself a lot of money. I have already taken the first step and ordered my grow tent it is a 3' x 3' x 5.5' secret jardin DS 90 2.5 should be here by next week. I'm totally stoked and should have done this a long time ago.
I'm new here and have been doing research for quite some time also collecting my equipment slowly. I'm planning to have everything by end of nov and will order my beans online. I found this site to be very informative and helpful. I'm doing this because i want to ditch the dealer after he declared another price increase per Oz. I also smoke a lot and decided this is the way to go to save myself a lot of money. I have already taken the first step and ordered my grow tent it is a 3' x 3' x 5.5' secret jardin DS 90 2.5 should be here by next week. I'm totally stoked and should have done this a long time ago.
Hello All 
I am looking forward to my first grow soon. (real soon)
I have been around for awhile, trying to learn as much as I can. I decided to pull the trigger on some grow equipment. Not a lot, but a start.
I figure it will be cost effective even if I grow enough for me. Plus ... I have never really had quality, and tired of the inconsistent cartel bags. Although, thats what I will be trying out first (bag seed). It could be good, right ? lol
I followed a few grows here that looked pretty successful right here.
Any-hoo ... Thanks for having me.
I am looking forward to my first grow soon. (real soon)
I have been around for awhile, trying to learn as much as I can. I decided to pull the trigger on some grow equipment. Not a lot, but a start.
I figure it will be cost effective even if I grow enough for me. Plus ... I have never really had quality, and tired of the inconsistent cartel bags. Although, thats what I will be trying out first (bag seed). It could be good, right ? lol
I followed a few grows here that looked pretty successful right here.
Any-hoo ... Thanks for having me.
schmdty420
Active Member
Just a quick update on how my little ones are doing. They are currently 4 weeks old and in the 1st week of flower and doing great! Once again, I running them under 8 23w CFL's 2700k. Added a steam machine for a little extra humidity since my grow room is very dry. I have a feeling one is a male, only basing that on the fact that one is already starting to get a skunky smell to it and the other doesn't. Not sure if that's a good way to determine sex or not.
BrotherBuddz
New Member
Look for the two white pistils growing out of the nodes that is female if there is no white hairs and pollen sacs then it is a male
CaptainLostCoast
Member
Test post...
hello all new here ...just started to grow and wondered if these look ok ..there about 6 weeks old ..clones using a 600 watt halid,and coco soil
got a lot of help from my uncle .who was a grower bk in the day ..any way hi again and happy growing.....also there a lemon strain
got a lot of help from my uncle .who was a grower bk in the day ..any way hi again and happy growing.....also there a lemon strainIm 39 a newbie here.. I have not smoked since I was 16(ish) I have alot of health issues.. I worked for DoD for 20+ years and traditional medicine is ruining me.. meds for one disorder affect another.. and I am tired.. I can't sleep.. meds to help me sleep affect my sleep apnea (I am on CPAP) I am looking to try from what I have researched a INDICA dominant variety prior to bed.. just for sleep/ relaxation..
I posted a more detailed version in the Maryland Patients area.. I just have no idead where to turn.. it sucks the government I defended for years wont let me try what medical evidence shows would possibly help me and not kill me like the meds I am prescribed which don't really work even...
I posted a more detailed version in the Maryland Patients area.. I just have no idead where to turn.. it sucks the government I defended for years wont let me try what medical evidence shows would possibly help me and not kill me like the meds I am prescribed which don't really work even...
CloudyWeather
Active Member
Damn man I feel for ya. Im sorry that you have such trouble with such a basic human right as to be a healthy happy human being. That should not be for the fed to decide how we make our bodies healthy. I wish you the best of luck sir and hope you have a successful grow to get the medicine you need.
Inspector161
Active Member
Hey all.. I am a "HUGH NEWB" still in the reading stage and need to absorb all this info first.. so much great info and helpful members here I should be able to grow something soon.. "Should"... 