Buds - Difference Between Compact and Fluffy

[MsBBB]

I have heard many people talk about their buds being tight and compact versus fluffy. Exactly what does that mean, and wouldn't it depend on the strain? Can a growers' methods make a difference in the bud density? Thanks

 

[mystifiedbongs]

light really plays a major factor in bud density

 

[skizat123]

its mostly strain, but yes, high phosph can help density, and deffinately higher wattage light.

 

[gopherbuddah]

When I grew with cfls I got mostly fluffy buds, nice size but not much weight. Now that I'm using mh/hps my buds are much bigger and heavier

 

[MrDank007]

Cooler temps?

 

[max316420]

you get your lights to close and you'll end up with " airy " buds too..

 

[MsBBB]

Tight or fluffy buds doesn't affect the potency does it???

 

[max316420]

nope that's genetics

 

[ClamDigger]

humidity also plays a major role in bud density.
lower the humidity and your buds should be denser.
plants produce resin as "sunblock" to protect its self from, in my case, twin suns

 

[seamore green]

High temps also cause airy buds

 

[MsBBB]

High temps also cause airy buds

This time, my current grow should be tight! I have the temperture under control this time around.

 

[seamore green]

Good to hear! Where are they sitting?