Howdy all and welcome to Grow #3 and Granddaddy Bruce's first entry. Took a short break after grow #2 but we're back and looking to grow some new monsters. Say hello to Bruce. The deets:
**Breeder Notes**
Dominant Origins:
-Indica Dominant Hybrid
Parents of Grandaddy x Bruce Banner Fem:
-Grandaddy Purple x Bruce Banner
Typical Effects:
-Strong 28% THC induced cerebral stimulation meets physical relaxation with an overarching euphoria.
Terpene Profile:
-Terpinolene, Caryophyllene, Ocimene
Bouquet/Aroma:
-Earthy, Flowery, Grape, Spicy, Sweet, Vanilla
Impediments:
-Dry mouth, Dry eyes
CBD Range:
-0-1%
THC Range:
-28%
Physical Characteristics:
-Squat plants present deep-purple coloration activated by low nighttime temperatures mixed with sage-green foliage amidst orange pistils and heavy high-THC resin.
Growing Information:
-Trimming prevents mold growth
Indoor:
-Temperature: 21 – 26°C
-RH: 40 – 50%
Flowering period:
-8 to 9 weeks
Yield:
-600 grams/m2
*Notes of the Week:*
-Bruce and Purple Star are the only uploads I have at the moment as I had a genetics issue for the first time. Seed bank has been contacted and a new set of x3 seeds will be sent out, free of charge. Unfortunately, it will be too late for this grow, so substitutions have been made. I also had a Banana Kush I obtained through a seed exchange, but low and behold, it's non-viable and didn't tap whatsoever. --Grow plans completely changed and Instead of a Black Widow and Banana Kush, there will be a Dutch Dragon and Space Cookies by Paradise Seeds. These girls are 2 and 3 days behind their counterparts and will be updated in the near future.
-Something feels off with the girls, but I dunno. Think it's all in my head and my patience is wearing thin while in isolation. I know we're all in the same boat. I'm just starting to feel it😕
-No concrete plan on the training and methods I'll be using on these girls. I know I want to keep and train them very short, but that's about all I got for now.
-2 of 4 girls will be moving to Green Planet's nutrient line w/ some minor substitutions. Was looking to get away from GHE, and GP seems to fill all the needs I'm looking for. Give her a go and see how she goes👌
I'll just end 'er there. I'll add in my equipment lists in future and update my plans for this grow in the coming weeks....when I actually know what I'm going to be doing with them. Ha! Thanks for dropping by all, I'm happy to be back and growing again. Positive vibes to you all. I hope you're hanging in there and staying sane. Much love and happy grows this week. Cheers👋😊
@JinksyGrows, I am also considering buying a small Electric Hoist to raise and lower the units too and use "yo-yo hangers" on each corner to keep from the units from spinning. Might sound excessive, but having the ability to quickly and easily raise and lower the lights would be well worth the investment. I have been eyeing one with 110lb capacity and it only weighs a little over 12lbs. Anyhow, if you have questions or if I can help in anyway, please let me know. Happy growing!
Oveerwatering Issues=?. I feel you- To me the watering Regime is the hardest one to learn in indoor growing. It took me a good number of grows.
I ended in watering daily, and smaller amounts. and Always to look for the plant before i water^^.
If you have tiny plants, use tiny buckets to water them. ( a small glass )etc. You may take longer, but you cant overdo it.
Or take a small plasticbottle and do some markings onto the bottle. so you see how much you want to give to one plant. and can Control how much they already got.
@Mrs_Larimar, This is exactly what I've started to do as of yesterday, haha. I can't be trusted with the 100mL syringe, so I'm back to bottle feeds. Going waaay better, haha.
Thanks👍. I'll stop drowning them😅
Man how did we experience the exact same thing at the same time!? Reading the comments I’m so glad to hear they’re bouncing back!! I just had 5 nodes when I overwatered and had 0 growth for 7 days and lost the 3 lower nodes on all my girls. Since reporting in fabric pots they’ve bounced back and are growing as good as ever! Can’t wait to see how yours bounce back man, good luck!!
@ButtersStotch, Funny eh? Haha. Well, not a that funny, but crap does happen. And we're in the same boat, but it a good way this time🙂. I moved mine to 3 gallon fabrics too and they're moving surprisingly really well now. Woot! Congrats on the recovery man. Onwards 😀👍
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@MrJones, I did ask😀 and thank you for the response👍. I've been on alibaba before, but you're correct. I should hop over there and check specs and options before buying a name! Cheers Jones, I'm on the hunt👌
oha,,,, that was really short ( for you)😜
most time if i say .. well theywill need 10-12 Days... they are suddenly done 5 Days later... my Plants tend to change from clear to milky,,,"overnight"
@Mrs_Larimar, That's a good point. I was looking at last week's pictures and trich development and she is moving very quick. The purple and fade only started 4 days ago too and that's going really fast. May have to cut down sooner, but I'll let her tell me😉. Just keeping a real close eye on them now.
@Med_in_Tropic, Still a little bit to go, but I feel we're close👌. Not dead or crispy! I have faith🙂. Moved forward with my test feed on DD and we shall see how this goes. Been 8 hrs and she's perked right up ... I'll take what I can get! Haha. So far so good.
Thanks med!
Good to know about the benefit of ticking analog as nice programable digital. Come to think of it, these household timers, are usually design for fence light or even night light. They are not rated for the wattage for grow room at all.
@Med_in_Tropic, You've got it, 100%. Residential timers being used for commercial lighting. Danger😮. With LED, the wattage is nice and constant without a spike👍. Thanks for reading man!
@Huggomadd,No doubt man. I learned a big lesson from this, and maybe it was necessary (?). I was taking people's word at face value, but they could have literally know nothing in the first place.
I test everything now, lol! And only buy mediums that the seller has proof of using and/or testing before use👍.
Live and learn! But this one hurt. Oof.
@JinksyGrows,
The standard should be that garden centers/shops stand behind their products because they've tried them out previously themselves. Like tried and true. Hard to say; "Yeah this product works great and gives you a huge/great harvest. You should pay the $ and try it." When they truly haven't got a clue about the product.
@Ga4rd2en0er, Non name brand, locally sourced soil, sold at a gardening greenhouse, not a hydro shop. I've had words with the greenhouse already... Haha. Not happy, and told them to pull the product, less they have another 40 of me coming to crap on them. I asked if they ever test their substrates before selling them, too. They said no... So, won't ever trust them again.
Edit 1: The soil was sold to me as 5.5pH seeding soil, btw. Higher N to PK volume. Should be standard stuff... Not sure how or where it got turned sour.
Edit 2: And things are looking good, right now. I will not be kiboshing the project 👍. Lost time, but they're moving very well, now, in their new home
Well that is a beautifully growing plant - stunning leaves and very healthy looking. Nice job mate 👌
A few more weeks and it will be hard for you to find your way inside that space :)
@HazeyBobby, I sure hope so🙂. Did a bunch of LST on 3 of 4 today and really starting to see exponential, daily growth. Slow and steady wins the race, but fast vegging plants is a beauty sight👌☺️
@Buddha2, Thanks Buddah! Going to take a page out of your book and keep it simple this time around👌. Let them go a little more natural 😊
Cheers and happy grows this week!