even with a scope you still wouldnt see amber trichs..oh you may see some trichs on yours (clear)..but i dont think thats the stage your lookin for..at least wait till cloudy...but if you wait till your bud is ripe..and your trichs are mainly amber ..you will get the most buzz from your mj..wether it be sativa or indica....also i never meant that a plant cant be green when finishing ..just meant i dont think the guys even close to harvest..i mean ffs look at the guys pics..do you see enough trichs to harvest?.im just trying to help the guy ...i know i would only harvest my enemys weed with that amount of trichs...just my 2 cents...peace