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Alaska's micronutruents
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NorthendNursery NorthendNursery
6 years ago
I'm cutting back on all nutes but molasses, because I'm figureing 3-4 more weeks max. I'm hoping/praying the yellow leaves are just Martha pulling energy from the fan leaves, there are so many...
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growdoctordc
growdoctordcweek 11
@JUNGLE_B4RNS @DinafemSeeds thanks for the lesson. As our grower is so close to harvest, this question is pertinent. Where do you weigh in on letting her go thirsty for an extra day or two after flush? Stoner myth says she will respond by creating essential oil at a higher than standard rate. True?
JUNGLE_B4RNS
JUNGLE_B4RNS
@growdoctordc, YouTube, Live With The Grow Boss channel , live is everyday @10 am PST .... But you will have to swallow the Red pill and you will have to unlearn what you have learn from now ...
growdoctordc
growdoctordc
@JUNGLE_B4RNS, I ask because I’m always learning
JUNGLE_B4RNS
JUNGLE_B4RNS
@growdoctordc, you ask for a question and you have a super duper answer at your own question and already have done your own research... why do you ask ? Growing Cannabis is a bit like Kung-fu, there’s many technics , many schools and many Masters , all trying to mastering their own technics at their best .... then you just need to look at their plants and the results to compare and see which technics is the best as the plant always reflects growers skill and knowledge... 😊
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Jaindoh
Jaindohweek 9
Yes, reducing feed after the main flower phase is a good key to getting a good result. It will help you flush as well. Your plant has good side development and appears to be doing quite well. Looking forward to the finish and harvest! I have been finishing at 45% and 18-23c and have been noticing the colder temperatures work very well. If you're able to adjust, trying that might help. They really eat it up with the dry air and crap out waves of resin. Get extremely dense as well. I've been getting solid purple buds too, though that's strain dependent. The closer you are to 26-28, the easier IME for it to peek over that and end up with looser, more poorly developed and matured bud sites.
Jaindoh
Jaindoh
@NorthendNursery, Yep! Perfect! I was going by your 22-25 on your update info. You're going to love it! =)
NorthendNursery
NorthendNursery
@Jaindoh, I try to keep it under 75 degrees Fahrenheit 23 degrees Celsius during the day and 65 degrees Fahrenheit 17 degrees Celsius (I think) during the night...
growdoctordc
growdoctordcweek 5
That trifoliate is awesome. I’ve grown two, and they both died before maturity. Like many genetic anomalies, tris are special but sometime have shortened lives. Hey Mark @DinafemSeeds, replicate that consistently and you’re a billionaire!!
NorthendNursery
NorthendNursery
@growdoctordc, thank you. I can only agree. If they ever make it so the tri-leaf is "normal"/ predictable that company will have a goose laying golden eggs.
growdoctordc
growdoctordcweek 4
She looks great! I now understand your terminology “2 hours ponytail...”. At least I think so. You ‘tailed them, and they remained that way for 2 hours. Not as intrusive as I thought, but maybe not delivering the benefits we associate with the practice. Plants don’t really need our help, despite sometimes unexplainable yet effective methods people swear by. I suggest that if you had never touched her, she would look pretty much the same. Re defoliation: once the under canopy leaves hang downwards, they are no longer effective solar panels, and can harbor high humidity. Trim those. Flowers (pistils and calyxes) are not photosensitive, so in theory they don’t require direct light. Sugar leaves layered with flowers do. Fan leaves that have yellowed may affect yield but not potency. Don’t worry about it if that happens late. Ce la vie
growdoctordc
growdoctordcweek 10
@northendnursery wrote “I tied the lower branches down for 3 days, the bud sites on the end of the branches have doubled in size from the light exposure... I think...” I love this comment because of the ‘I think’. We really don’t know do we? Stoner/grower myth says buds need light. University schools of agriculture, who admittedly don’t research cannabis but know their shit otherwise, lean toward the belief that only leaves on this family of plants are photosensitive, and exposing the buds to direct light is of little benefit. That doesn’t concur with our anecdotal evidence as growers. What’s the real deal? Anyone? Bueller? Anyone?
growdoctordc
growdoctordc
@Jaindoh, Ah ha! Thank you for confirming my belief all along. Air flow and space create flowers
Jaindoh
Jaindoh
@growdoctordc, It's not the light, it's the airflow. The light helps the leaves develop lower down, which is why you want to start in the veg phase and get the leaves all even sized, smaller, and deep light. This provides power evenly along the branch at the site of the nodes, developing the nodes into a larger, wider cone. As opposed to a lot of big shading fans at the top and not much along the cola. That's all during the veg and stretch. At that point, when it goes into bloom... it's definitely the airflow that determines the bud development. The plant is a wick. More airflow = pulling more from roots. Fewer leaves = better airflow.
DinafemSeeds
DinafemSeeds
@JUNGLE_B4RNS, Excellent point and thoroughly agree :) All the best Mark..
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growdoctordc
growdoctordcweek 2
You guys ARE all groms, aren’t you?!? Lol At least @NancyB noticed something odd; your plant is a trifoliate, a phenomenon occurring in nature to all plants about once per 10,000 seeds. I was told that by a pro botanist who grows walnuts. In theory, that plant will yield 50% more than its more typical counterparts. Wouldn’t that be great? Clone her out! Change the world!
NancyB
NancyB
@growdoctordc, Thanks, I appreciate that, but I'm another continent. I agree with your concern on fem & aauto seds. Very convenient for a beginner (like me) but potentially a catastrophe for genetic diversity. As it happens, I have 10 reg Afghan Kush seedlings under CFL 18/6 waiting for space in the tent. Wanted to try something different after an auto.
growdoctordc
growdoctordc
@NancyB, thank you for that reminder. I know nothing about autos. But I know this speaks to one of my pet peeves/conspiracy theories- if we all buy mostly autos and feminized seeds, banks will eventually stop offering regular seeds claiming it is a consumer driven move. NOT COOL! Buy some regs to have on hand before Monsanto becomes Big Cannabis. I bred my own strain last year. A diesel kush I call Bryce Harper. I’ve got about 2000 seeds. Not for sale btw - Initiative 71 Compliant! If you live in DC and need seeds, PM me
NancyB
NancyB
@growdoctordc, The strain is autoflowering, unfortunately, so cloning is not really an option. I'll be interested to see how it performs though.
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ShaggyGrower
ShaggyGrowerweek 12
Every time you water/feed them with 60f solution, you're slowing down growth. For much better growth that needs to be 72-76f
DinafemSeeds
DinafemSeeds
@ShaggyGrower, too comment. Water ideally should be at room temperature and if taken direct from the tap I would recommend that you also let your water stand for 24hrs then add your nutrient feed. This way it's at room temp and is better for your plants ;) Ro water is still preferred :) but not always an option :) All the best Mark..
NorthendNursery
NorthendNursery
@ShaggyGrower, honestly I just leave the water at room temp(70-80). I guess the solution temp slipped past me
Experimentgreen
Experimentgreenweek 9
I just have to say I love all the natural nutrients in seeing in your diary. :)
NorthendNursery
NorthendNursery
@Experimentgreen, thank you, I like to know and be able to pronounce what I put in the soil...
growdoctordc
growdoctordcweek 4
@SkootersCloset - you did hit the lottery with that seed, but you had also clearly learned a lot in advance of your grow or she wouldn’t be doing so well. Kudos On the other hand I have concerns about “tucked leaves for 2 hours and ponytailed for 4”. Groms (surfer talk for beginner - see above) often handle their plants more than the plants would like. 6 hours manipulating leaves?? No señor. That’s intrusive and may backfire if kept up. Touch your plants at watering as needed. Otherwise close the door and stay out. Plants thrive in stable conditions. The less human activity the better.
NorthendNursery
NorthendNursery
@growdoctordc, I read and watched as much as I could stomach for the past 6 months. Thank you for noticing, it really means a lot. Should I train her for 3 hrs at a time. I just want as much light on the "hidden" bud sites as possible, but I have noticed stressed leaves especially when I ponytail so I won't be doing that again. Thank you for your time and input
Jaindoh
Jaindohweek 11
As to when to pull her: Always harvest by trichomes, visual ripeness not only varies but will flat out lie to you. This is the guide I use to determine harvest: https://www.growweedeasy.com/harvest
Experimentgreen
Experimentgreenweek 9
Her buds are looking nice but yes those leaves are sure yellowing at an all over and even quickness. Hope she's a treat once all done.
Shazaaam
Shazaaamweek 9
Good work!! She looks great 👍
growdoctordc
growdoctordcweek 8
Well, @northendnursery, every grow hereafter will be a let down. It’s like you took up golf and made a hole in one on your first round!
Jaindoh
Jaindohweek 8
Excellent structure for a vertical untopped plant, and good eye on the lollipopping and defoliation. You should be very happy with your yield, and I'm excited to see how that goes =)
Heresay
Heresayweek 8
symmetry at it's finest. Excellent!
Jaindoh
Jaindohweek 6
First grows are scary, but exciting! Liked and followed =) Your light upgrade should be well-received, and paricularly for the next crop. Let us know if you have any questions!
DinafemSeeds
DinafemSeedsweek 5
Oh yes they are well into bloom :) The stretch is active and budsites are developing :) When you add that extra light this is something I must see :) More power/light = explosive growth and big bud production :) Exciting times :) All the best Mark..
Dahoola
Dahoolaweek 5
they are definitely in the flowering phase. lookig good, i'll follow along
Beans
Beansweek 3
That's pretty cool, looking forward to watching it progress.
bobo420
bobo420week 2
Nice looking seedling, coming along real nice ;)