There is no definite right answer here. Trichomes are not the end all be all answer to when you plant is done. Especially with auto's. You need to take the whole plant into consideration. Lots of strains like DP's Blue maz I think it was never would amber for me. Looking at cheezy's plant, like others have said, it sure doesn't look done. I'm more inclined to think he just read the trichomes wrong. I suspect he was looking at the trichomes on the leaves and not the bud.
They are by far the best way for new growers to determine the plants readiness. It is an indicator of the thc level. If trichs are all milky and showing some amber ,the hairs don't matter. I agree some may not amber but if they are all milky,,done. Lots of autos will still have lots of white hairs and still be finished. Read the trichomes is the best method.
I Agree... you needed to wait a little longer, the % of pistils didn’t look mature enough to check trichs... I could be wrong bc it’s a single pic under blurple LEDs— but I’ve notices that some unscrupulous breeders use some misleading harvest times to sell seeds, not lies, just a play on words.... and in the breeders defense — that particular Auto may finish in 65+ days under “Perfect conditions” with Nutes on par with the genetic demands, and grown under a light that out performs “your lights” — Variables can be a bitch, when you don’t account for them. Lol
Dont look done to me. Another week or 2 depending on how fast they finish... Maybe 3
Chopping early habitually is indeed a waste of time
You are correct. I looked at the leaves. I didn't know there was a difference. Still learning here.
Leaves can have amber trich's in early flower, same with sugar leaves. Wait for the pistil's to go brown, and recede. Then start checking your buds for amber cloudy clear trichs
This is of the bud. Which in fact does not look done.
At least you've learned a bit about growing autos and this experience will help you to grow better, that's the main thing. A lot of people don't ask questions and act like they know it all even after a small number of grows. Your next grow is sure to be better!This is of the bud. Which in fact does not look done.
That's my process as well. Sometimes it gets a little confusing if your plant starts throwing out new white pistols towards the end, or fox tailing. But for the most part watch the pistols first then break out the scope. Everyone has their own process and there isn't 1 correct way. Take a bit from everyone.
I mostly hit 3.5-4 ozs a plant but I’ve been running the same strain for some time and they are pretty predictable.
That's looking sexxy.
Sounds good. I want to get at least 6oz dry, Will have to do some trial and error. Got one currently growing. I guess I might have to do 2 autos on my next grow. I bought two 3gal air pots, I want to give them a try.
The most common harvest issue people have is chopping early. After weeks and weeks of work people are dying to smoke it but there is still drying and curing to deal with before you can get the most from all your hard work. I agree with Boatguy, he has given you solid advice IMO. Here are the standard "are they done yet" pics I hand out just to give you a visual but they are no substitute for experienced eyes. When the pistils stop reaching out it is time to start checking the trichomes on the buds, not the leaves as mentioned. Come back and post again at that point and if possible post pics without the light so it all doesn't look purple. Your patience will be rewarded so stay the course.This is of the bud. Which in fact does not look done.
