first grow how do they look so far..coming up on 3 weeks
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oh ok, well i began with 12/12 thinking that was the way to go, but then later found out that i should go 18/6 so i did and they really took off after that lol but i want them to get bigger before i go back obveously.
yea i gave them a bit 3 days ago, i'll probly give them some more tomorrow they are still kinda moist. I was told miracle grow isnt the greatest but im only putting a little bit in gradually increasing the dosage.
ya they have been on 18/6 for a good week and a half now.
superbak3d
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They look nice and healthy.
And yea, its way too early to start flowering them.
You should think about starting to LST them. They'll bush up like crazy. Once they are nice and bushy you can begin flowering.
And yea, its way too early to start flowering them.
You should think about starting to LST them. They'll bush up like crazy. Once they are nice and bushy you can begin flowering.
yea i know im hearing that everywhere, i gave them a tiny bit with the first watering because thats all i had. Ive heard Eco Gro is good i was thinking of getting some of that what do you think? im in canada so some of these fertilizers i cant get lol
lol what is LST?
superbak3d
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Anything high in nitrogen will work for vegging.
ohh ok that makes sense thanks.
superbak3d
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Light Stress Training.
There are alot of good threads about it on here.
You basically bend the plant 90 degrees and tie it down. It will go "wtf why am i upside down?!", and regrow itself upwards, creating more budding sites. Continue to do it in a circlular pattern around the pot. You get alot of budding sites, and personally i think it makes better use of space. You dont have to worry as much about verticle growth.
hmm? that is interesting i might have to try that, but what should i tie it down with without damaging the stem?
ngtybear
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Twice now I have posted and it did not display. Let me try again...
FoxFarms rocks. I have not heard of an issue buying it in Canada, but that does not mean it is not the case.
I also strongly suggest Ocean Forest potting soil. If you find big grow, you should find the Ocean Forest also. Good soil and neuts make a HUGE difference. Cheap neuats will burn your plants, throw off the PH and allow salts to build up in the soil.
FoxFarms rocks. I have not heard of an issue buying it in Canada, but that does not mean it is not the case.
I also strongly suggest Ocean Forest potting soil. If you find big grow, you should find the Ocean Forest also. Good soil and neuts make a HUGE difference. Cheap neuats will burn your plants, throw off the PH and allow salts to build up in the soil.
i think im going to try it, what would i use to tie them down. and will it have any affect on the current leaves on it?
ngtybear
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There are a lot of threads here on LST if you decide to go that way. Take your time and use hemp string or something else which will not cut the stem. Some strains love it, others could care less. Some say it has a negative impact on the main, other say it is balanced out with the additional growth else where. In any case, it is always fun to try new ways. Most important... don't over water (#1 noob mistake) and have fun.
superbak3d
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Read up on a bit first, so you get a better understanding of the process and how it works.
Just simple things to hold it down, like twist ties.
Your plants look great, no signs of weak stems or anything. You'll be suprised at how fast they re-position themselves upwards.
and yea, if you can get foxfarms "oceans forest". Its a little more pricey than typical soil, but its rich in nutes and great for beginners. Here in the states you cant find it at superstores like walmart and homedepot, I looked in the phonebook for hydroponic stores and found one right down the street from me. They carry absolutely everything you could possibly need.