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Trichome Stage Identification Help
CanadaGrownstarted grow question 6y ago
First grow, got a cheap digital microscope. Just looking for thoughts on what I'm seeing ie. milky, clear, amber. I'm thinking it looks mostly clear with some turning milky.
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Athosanswered grow question 6y ago
You are spot on, they are mostly clear. Just be sure the buds are done gaining weight before getting ready to harvest.
CloneKingzanswered grow question 6y ago
Hey CanadaGrown!
Yes you’re right with them being clear and a little milky, right on track! I would say harvest window opens when they are all cloudy to 30% amber. More cloudy trichs will produce more of a head high while more amber produces the couch lock effect.
Good job for getting a microscope and doing it the correct way!
Happy harvesting 🌱
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