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Homegrown_Marystarted grow question 7y ago

What is the best indication for me that she is ready to harvest given that i do not have a good magnifying glass to observe the trichromes? So far i was thinking that if 70-80% of pistils turn orange on a bud its a sign that its time to harvest the cola.

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OutForRealanswered grow question 7y ago

Hello ! Yes you'r method is the right old school one to harvest without loupe or magnifier , 70% / 80% amber pistils is the good ratio to target. Well the answer was in you question 😁👍

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