Started Auto In 1/2 Gallon Pot - Transplant Or Cut Bottom Out?

Hey guys and gals.

I had some Auto Seeds Auto #1 from an order and decided to sprout two of them them and add to my current grow.
http://www.herbiesheadshop.com/auto-1-autoflowering-feminised-seeds-3198

These are my first auto flowers and I read that it's never good to transplant. Since my last non-auto hydro plants had grown so large (much larger than expected and took up much space and difficult to move around)

I wanted something smaller so I put these Auto #1 seeds in 1/2 gallon pots with soil.

I'm beginning to think it was a mistake using such small pots after seeing the pictures of tiny harvests of these plants by other users here.

My Auto #1 seeds broke soil 20 days ago. I was wondering if I should even bother/risk transplanting into a 3 or 5 gallon pot or perhaps cut the bottoms out of the current 1/2 gallon pots and place in larger pots?

I have the lighting, nutrients and supplies to do good soil grows and really would like to get something more than a scrawny yield. Perhaps it's too late.

All input is greatly appreciated.

I usually transplant mine twice. From the starter cup to a one gallon then to a five gallon. All smart pots except the starter cup.

i agree with last guy,i did same thing,2 times,,if there only 20 days id move them to bigger pot,wait just befor flower to move to atleast 3 gal,use same soil,ive read thats important

Thanks for the advice guys, will do the transplant.

You guys transplant your autos? A lot of people say that it stunts them and lessens yield... Any experience either way you've noticed?

start auto's in whatever container you want to finish them in =D

EverythingsHazy said:

You guys transplant your autos? A lot of people say that it stunts them and lessens yield... Any experience either way you've noticed?

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Both of mine started on the same day and are about the same size. I will transplant one and see what happens.

If your going to transplant them then at least let them dry out , Like almost to the point that there wilting from lack of water, then transplant them, they transplant easier when the soil is contracted from lack of water. then expect some stress as the usually do for a day or two. but as for diminished yields, I never had any known issues with them reducing yield. It is common practice to plant in the final container so you dont have to stress the plant by transplanting it. I plant the plants in biodegradable peat type pots so the dont have to be transplanted. Good Luck

I agree wit Budget Buds except for the "lack of water" when transplanting. Transplanting when the soil is dry can cause more undue stress to the plant. You should dampen the soil/root zone before you transplant. Not only does it make it easier on you, but it can lessen the stress on the plant. But if your looking for a rebuttal, just "GOOGLE" how to transplant a cannabis plant. Quote, unquote- "Water your plant just enough to moisten the roots. If the soil is damp it will hold together better for the transplant process." Good luck & have fun!!!

I just know from my experiences that the root mass will slide out of the container easier when it is dry, when the soil is moist I seem to have more stick-age of the roots and soil to the side of the cup. Just my experiences though