My neighbor has a plant that's looking great & by the look & age should be ready to harvest, but theres NO crystals at all. I have never encountered this so I thought I would throw it out on here.View attachment 2711837
I agree that there are probably some strains that do better then others in cooler climate but all climates change. However the plant produces trichs at the later stages of flowering because as a plant it produces oils. These oils are the main component of thc and thd and signal the production of these chemicals. I have found that all of my plants show more trichs about 2 to 4 weeks from harvest they seem to pop up over night and over a week they cover the plant and stems. I have had some frosty nugs even above 85 degrees. From experience I would never shock a plant with 50 degree water if you normally water at room temp. It may hurt your overall yield because the shock time is time the plant could be using to densely pack its nodes which ultimately create the flower/buds.Its too hot thats why there are no crystals.
My theory is that the trichomes are there to trap heat to keep the internal temperature at an optimum level for embryo growth. I heard a number of people claim that plants at higher altitudes grow more trichomes. Isn't the ambient air temperature also colder as well as the water?. I've noticed that during times of excessive heat the amount of trichomes goes down. When the water is kept colder and the air below 80 degrees Fahrenheit the trichomes explode out of the plant and cover it, even the edges of the fan leaves. The guys pictures in the beginning of this post is what plants look like under hps anyway if grown right. Another trick iv'e learned is that is you give your plants 50 degree water for 3 days and 48 hours of darkness the amount of trichomes increases significantly right before harvest. So how does UVB directly contribute to trichome production if the most rapid trichome development is during that dark period in the cold water? Anyone got any input on this theory?
same here...........I agree that there are probably some strains that do better then others in cooler climate but all climates change. However the plant produces trichs at the later stages of flowering because as a plant it produces oils. These oils are the main component of thc and thd and signal the production of these chemicals. I have found that all of my plants show more trichs about 2 to 4 weeks from harvest they seem to pop up over night and over a week they cover the plant and stems. I have had some frosty nugs even above 85 degrees. From experience I would never shock a plant with 50 degree water if you normally water at room temp. It may hurt your overall yield because the shock time is time the plant could be using to densely pack its nodes which ultimately create the flower/buds.
Not trying to hijack a thread, but I've seen molasses suggested a lot. Is that a slang name for a type of fert, or is everyone actually referring to molasses. Sorry if it sounds dumb, I'm still a noob!the molasses does help
but you want to use it in moderation and in the last few weeks it invites pests is why i say be easy on it
but helps by feeding the microscopic buggies there poop super charges the plant
Yes, (Unsulfured Molasses) is high in Nitrogen, and will feed the microbes in your organic grow, and yes it will attract bugs "NASTY" I don't use it...as for the rest of you find something to read and brush up on your growing skills ...................An auto is a ruderalis strain, which is a very hearty plant and can grow in just about any climate (WEATHER) and any condition (MEDIUM).....but they are also low on the THC percentage scale, that's why I grow "non autos" with a photo period........and as for the original post, when mine look like that I have about 7 to 8 weeks left...good luckNot trying to hijack a thread, but I've seen molasses suggested a lot. Is that a slang name for a type of fert, or is everyone actually referring to molasses. Sorry if it sounds dumb, I'm still a noob!
they dont like low drainage soilAn auto is a ruderalis strain, which is a very hearty plant and can grow in just about any climate (WEATHER) and any condition (MEDIUM).....but they are also low on the THC percentage scale, that's why I grow "non autos" with a photo period