Getting close to chop time?

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JoeChase91

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Hello Everyone!

New grower here. I posted some pictures of these girls last week asking if the trichomes were mostly cloudy and the consensus was to give them some more time. A week layer, I'm thinking plant #1 is starting to get pretty cloudy, but has some clear still and could maybe use a bit more time still. Plant #2 looks mostly cloudy to me, and in a couple of the less clear pictures I didn't post, you can see some of the trichomes starting to get a bit of an amber hue. Plant #3 looks the cloudiest to me and looks like it could be getting close to chop time, based on overall appearance as well. I think I may keep all 3 going a couple more days at least. What do you guys think? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. 20240825_233342~2.jpg20240825_233347~2.jpg2024-08-25-235020909~3.jpg20240825_235457~3.jpg20240825_235521~2.jpg2024-08-25-235115135~2.jpg20240825_235526~2.jpg20240825_233428~2.jpg2024-08-25-235405978~2.jpg
 
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Phytoplankton

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Really nice looking! I like a bit more amber and would give it a week or so, but that’s a personal preference, if you like a more energetic high, you could chop anytime.
 
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desplegado

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JoeChase91 said:
Hello Everyone!

New grower here. I posted some pictures of these girls last week asking if the trichomes were mostly cloudy and the consensus was to give them some more time. A week layer, I'm thinking plant #1 is starting to get pretty cloudy, but has some clear still and could maybe use a bit more time still. Plant #2 looks mostly cloudy to me, and in a couple of the less clear pictures I didn't post, you can see some of the trichomes starting to get a bit of an amber hue. Plant #3 looks the cloudiest to me and looks like it could be getting close to chop time, based on overall appearance as well. I think I may keep all 3 going a couple more days at least. What do you guys think? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. View attachment 5420033View attachment 5420034View attachment 5420035View attachment 5420036View attachment 5420037View attachment 5420038View attachment 5420039View attachment 5420040View attachment 5420041
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Up to you whenever u wanna harvest but here's a charttrichome dev cycle.jpeg
 
Budzbuddha

Budzbuddha

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You can always Pre-trim ( leaf ) while plant stays “ in pot “ - that way they will begin a slower dry while in medium ( pulling last moisture out ) then drying “ on the vine “” as it were.

This will allow you to cut plant free when dry or when you want to hang. Lessening the drama of trimming a fully cut plant.

I tend to do this to save space …. Once i feel they are getting close to jar or need a little more dry - i will break down nugs and mesh rack them until ready.
 
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JoeChase91

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Budzbuddha said:
You can always Pre-trim ( leaf ) while plant stays “ in pot “ - that way they will begin a slower dry while in medium ( pulling last moisture out ) then drying “ on the vine “” as it were.

This will allow you to cut plant free when dry or when you want to hang. Lessening the drama of trimming a fully cut plant.

I tend to do this to save space …. Once i feel they are getting close to jar or need a little more dry - i will break down nugs and mesh rack them until ready.
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I'm interested in this. Can I just leave it in the medium for the entire dry? How long might you typically dry something doing it this way?
 
Budzbuddha

Budzbuddha

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JoeChase91 said:
I'm interested in this. Can I just leave it in the medium for the entire dry? How long might you typically dry something doing it this way?
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I guess you could but i rely on ambient temps being in the range i need to begin dry without it drying to fast . Usually i leave up to a week lets say then deconstruct buds to finish. Sometimes i put pretrimmed plants into a dark unused tent until i feel like cutting completely. I run a passive inlet and extraction fan in tent ( lights are off / unplugged ) with a hygrometer to monitor. Dark tent does nothing for plant other than reducing photosynthesis and allowing me to cut down when i feel like it.
 
Budzbuddha

Budzbuddha

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Here is the “ dark tent “ while finishing the dry.
Passive inlet and extract fan on. Hygrometer monitoring.

Then when close to where i like - they get jarred or grove bagged.

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JoeChase91

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Budzbuddha said:
I guess you could but i rely on ambient temps being in the range i need to begin dry without it drying to fast . Usually i leave up to a week lets say then deconstruct buds to finish. Sometimes i put pretrimmed plants into a dark unused tent until i feel like cutting completely. I run a passive inlet and extraction fan in tent ( lights are off / unplugged ) with a hygrometer to monitor. Dark tent does nothing for plant other than reducing photosynthesis and allowing me to cut down when i feel like it.
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Okay, so more so a few days to a week kinda thing, before finishing hanging. Speaking of climate, I live in a very humid environment. My room is 69-77 degrees and approximately 60% rh and it's quite hard to get the humidity much off that mark, even with dehumidifiers running 24/7. I have been able to get it down to about 58%. Do you know what that might mean for drying? Any idea whether it would be better to dry it in the tent I grew it in, or maybe outside the tent hanging from my ceiling? Sorry for all the questions, I genuinely appreciate the advice.
 
Budzbuddha

Budzbuddha

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JoeChase91 said:
Okay, so more so a few days to a week kinda thing, before finishing hanging. Speaking of climate, I live in a very humid environment. My room is 69-77 degrees and approximately 60% rh and it's quite hard to get the humidity much off that mark, even with dehumidifiers running 24/7. I have been able to get it down to about 58%. Do you know what that might mean for drying? Any idea whether it would be better to dry it in the tent I grew it in, or maybe outside the tent hanging from my ceiling? Sorry for all the questions, I genuinely appreciate the advice.
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I really can’t judge your particular set of circumstances around your grow since there might be some variables . But it seems you are in a good range. With my suggestions and those from others - judge what will be as close to where you want to be. Some say 59-62% , others something else. I usually target 61-62% rh in jar then drop to 58. I kind of prefer 58% ( integra or boveda pack ) over the regular 62% ( in jar ).

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I even asked a robot and here is what it said also about this …..


The ideal temperature and relative humidity (RH) for drying cannabis are crucial for preserving the quality of the buds. Here are the recommended conditions:

• Temperature: 60-70°F (15-21°C)
• Relative Humidity (RH): 55-60%

These conditions allow the cannabis to dry slowly, which helps to maintain the potency, flavor, and aroma of the buds. Drying too quickly at higher temperatures or lower humidity can cause the cannabis to become harsh, losing its terpene profile and reducing its overall quality. Conversely, if the humidity is too high, there is a risk of mold developing.

Ensuring proper air circulation and darkness during the drying process is also important to protect the cannabinoids and terpenes from degrading.

Bottom line , you will be fine just monitor accordingly.
 
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JoeChase91

Member
Budzbuddha said:
I really can’t judge your particular set of circumstances around your grow since there might be some variables . But it seems you are in a good range. With my suggestions and those from others - judge what will be as close to where you want to be. Some say 59-62% , others something else. I usually target 61-62% rh in jar then drop to 58. I kind of prefer 58% ( integra or boveda pack ) over the regular 62% ( in jar ).

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I even asked a robot and here is what it said also about this …..


The ideal temperature and relative humidity (RH) for drying cannabis are crucial for preserving the quality of the buds. Here are the recommended conditions:

• Temperature: 60-70°F (15-21°C)
• Relative Humidity (RH): 55-60%

These conditions allow the cannabis to dry slowly, which helps to maintain the potency, flavor, and aroma of the buds. Drying too quickly at higher temperatures or lower humidity can cause the cannabis to become harsh, losing its terpene profile and reducing its overall quality. Conversely, if the humidity is too high, there is a risk of mold developing.

Ensuring proper air circulation and darkness during the drying process is also important to protect the cannabinoids and terpenes from degrading.

Bottom line , you will be fine just monitor accordingly.
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Awesome, I should be pretty good then. I'll be aiming for 58% myself. I've always liked my bud a bit of the drier side. Thanks again for taking the time to answer my questions!
 
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