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RootsmanNL
RootsmanNLstarted grow question a year ago
Im already flushing the plant for 2 weeks but as the Trichomes are not changing much it will need some more time to fully develop. I want to see some (10%) amber trichomes.What should I do now? Continue flushing or give some organic nutrients again? Probably need 2 weeks more.
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mcflow
mcflowanswered grow question a year ago
If you're in the late stages of flowering and aiming for some amber trichomes, here's what you can consider: Continue Flushing: If you've been flushing for two weeks and the trichomes are not showing the desired level of amber, you can continue flushing with plain water. Flushing helps remove excess nutrients from the plant, contributing to a smoother smoke and better taste. Monitor Trichomes: Keep a close eye on the trichomes to track their progression. If they are gradually turning amber, it means the plant is maturing, and you're on the right track. Consider Nutrient Supplements: If you notice any signs of nutrient deficiency (yellowing leaves, etc.), you might consider introducing a mild, organic nutrient solution to address those deficiencies without overloading the plant. Patience is Key: Two more weeks might be necessary for some strains to reach the desired level of trichome maturity. Be patient and monitor regularly. Test a Small Area: If you're uncertain about the progress, consider checking a small portion of the plant for trichome development. Harvesting in stages is an option if different parts of the plant are maturing at different rates. Best of luck to you!🍀
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Miss_Greenthumbs_Garden
Miss_Greenthumbs_Gardenanswered grow question a year ago
if you get a jewelers loup you'll see that the Amber's are most definitely there I can see plenty in your pic . looks delicious 😋 great grow 💚👏
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DoughHead
DoughHeadanswered grow question a year ago
I ran mine over 2 weeks no feed waiting for amber. Some strains may never really turn amber especially sativas. I would just keep feeding tap or RO water. All my sugar leaves did die. They turned brown and crispy but the plant finally turned 10-20% amber the second week. If you feed, you'll have to start the entire flushing process over again. So expect another 2.5 weeks added on. This may push you into 30-40 maybe even 50% amber thrichomes. But to flush it properly you'll have to wait ya know. Its a fine line you got to ride. I would just ride it out with plain water and expect leaves to dry off and crumble. It's OK. It even helps the trimming process lol. Goodluck Please consider selecting me as the answer so I can be entered for a chance to win grower of the month contest I would really appreciate your support growmie 😃 🙏
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Sciolistic_Steve
Sciolistic_Steveanswered grow question a year ago
it is a myth. blind taste tests show that people cannot tell the difference. if it is "harsher" what is the cause? because true believers in this myth used to purport, falsely, that it reduced mineral content in the buds, but analysis of plant material shows this is completely false, incontrovertibly so. It does not change the chemical make up of the plant, because that is controlled by the DNA, for fuck's sake. things cannot be made differently. there is a specific molecular recipe for all key components to cellular growth. flush if you want.. but it is not value-added. What you see is people clinging to old anecdotal knowlege that was not ever verified or proven. when someone did look into it, it was overtly bullshit. think about outdoor plants. do they taste bad because we don't flush the earth of all the nutrients in top several feet of soil? no.. that would be proposterous to even try. "organic" is a bastardized science term used in marketing ploys. even in chemistry, it doesn't really mean much on its own. In fact, the definition had to be changed at least one time when we first synthesized an 'organic' (real use of term) molecule in a lab. The term is earth-centric and likely based in hubris. organic molecules can come from inorganic sources. this happens in the plant as it uses CO2. CO2 is inorganic molecule. The plant is swimming in inorganic molecules and could not live without them. the perception on this topic is simply the results of people with zero knowledge making assumptions and extrapolations about things others have already learned and verified. Instead of using that existing knowledge, they guessed and guessed very poorly... or realized it illicits a respons in people that allows them to price products higher. life is more ordered than that... when you eat a bunch of pizza you don't have a pizza brain, right? your bones don't turn to peperoni, right? LOL
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AutoflowersSucK
AutoflowersSucKanswered grow question a year ago
Flushing is not a myth. Especially in hydroponics. High nutrients in the product makes it's smoke harsh and it won't stay lit or burn well at all. Your ash will be black and not white. You will find the smoke way harsh on your throat and you'll cough a lot more and generally have a poor smoking experience. Keep flushing, your ok.
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Mrs_Larimar
Mrs_Larimaranswered grow question a year ago
Same for DARK Periode before Harvest. The only thing you get there is mold. And so on there are so many Weed- myths
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Mrs_Larimar
Mrs_Larimaranswered grow question a year ago
Flushing is a myth. There is no scientific Reason to do so before Harvest. Watering them with molasses,are feeding the microbacterias in the soil I never flush my plants. The Nutrients Break down while curing( Chlorophyll too) My Girls get water and nutes until Harvest.
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Roberts
Robertsanswered grow question a year ago
Controversial topic. Just continue water. You still got energy in the plant. Nothing to worry about. The lack of nutrition will help convince the plant to ripen as a stressor. Your fan leaves will get drained of energy before it effects the colas.
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Loserofthemonth
Loserofthemonthanswered grow question a year ago
Keep flushing. Photos look like your about right on 2 weeks . She has plenty of green left in the fan leaves to feed on. Any nutes you add now will make her very harsh to smoke and ruin the flavor.
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GMSgrows
GMSgrowsanswered grow question a year ago
I have had plants that just don't turn amber. If you give it another week, and no ambering, just take her down.
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