Chop window ?

Hi mate First off, that strong aroma you’re describing is a fantastic sign. It tells me your terpene production is peaking and your plant’s metabolic pathways are firing on all cylinders. Getting "fat buds" is the hardest part of the journey, so pat yourself on the back—you’ve clearly managed your VPD (Vapor Pressure Deficit) and light intensity well enough to build some serious biomass. 🌸 ​The "White Hair" Dilemma... ​If your buds are heavy but the pistils (hairs) are still white, 10 days is likely too optimistic. Chopping now would be "pulling the cake out of the oven" while the middle is still gooey. ​The Problem: White pistils usually indicate the plant is still in a "swelling" phase. If you harvest now, the buds will shrink significantly during drying and lose potency. Sometimes, this "foxtailing" (new white growth on top of old growth) is caused by heat stress or light burn. If your LEDs are too close, the plant gets confused and keeps pumping out new white hairs even though the rest of the flower is mature. ​The Fix: ​The Microscope Method: Stop looking at the hairs and start looking at the trichomes (the resin glands). Use a 60x loupe. You want to see "Milky White" to "Amber" heads. If they are clear, you’re weeks away. ​Check Your Temps: Ensure your canopy isn't exceeding 26°C (79°F). If it's too hot, back the lights off 2–4 inches to let the plant finish ripening. ​The Secret Weapon: Microbes ​While you're waiting for those amber hues, you should think about how your rhizosphere (root zone) is finishing. Even late in the game, microbes are your best friends for flavor and "shelf life." ​The Microbe Boost: At this stage, I recommend a light dose of Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria (like Bacillus megaterium). They help the plant grab those last bits of P and K to harden the flower sites. ​The "Flush" Myth: Instead of a pure water flush which can starve the plant, use Mycorrhizae and Beneficial Fungi (like Trichoderma). These microbes break down salt buildup in the medium and convert it into available sugars. This increases the brix level (sugar content) in the plant, leading to a much smoother smoke and a more complex scent profile. 🍯 Good luck ✌️💚