Upgrading from last grow

Midwest414

Midwest414

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Hi everyone, I came across this amazing site back in late October of last year and I was blessed to meet some Awesome people at a time I really needed it. And because of that I've never forgot about this site.
I added some pics of my last setup and grow. That was the very first time I tried to grow. And thanks to this site I was able to see things through.
I've also add pics of what I'm working on and I'd Honor and be humble to get feed back and input on what should be added or thoughts on what I'm doing..this time I'm using the whole closet. Also looking for any suggestions on sites where I can find some lights and other add ons.
 

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coreywebster

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The lighting reminds me if Amsterdam :lol:

Get all electrics above knee height

shade your thermometer from the light.

whats the dimensions you're working with?
It helps with lighting recommendations.
 
Midwest414

Midwest414

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Thank you for responding, I'm still new at this..this will be my 2nd crop..first one I did have of the space with train wreck and got 4oz each plant for my very first time doing this amazing hobby.
This time around I used the whole closet and the Dimensions are76"H×87W×27"D.
Any suggestions would be truly appreciated. I plan on adding one more light in the middle and a few LED Strips on the sides..would 8 plants work in there?..plus I'm doing 10 plants outside in my backyard
 

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tstick

tstick

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Well, it looks like you are trying to set up a clean, organized space. It's nice to see grow spaces that are set up well and kept clean. Lots of grows, I see dogs, cats, work boots, dirty clothes, dead leaves, splashed dirty water.....and, usually with the associated bug problems, chewed leaves, mold, etc. Good job so far and good luck for a successful grow! :)

Don't grow autos!
 
coreywebster

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Midwest414 said:
Thank you for responding, I'm still new at this..this will be my 2nd crop..first one I did have of the space with train wreck and got 4oz each plant for my very first time doing this amazing hobby.
This time around I used the whole closet and the Dimensions are76"H×87W×27"D.
Any suggestions would be truly appreciated. I plan on adding one more light in the middle and a few LED Strips on the sides..would 8 plants work in there?..plus I'm doing 10 plants outside in my backyard
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So let's call it 8x2ft for convenience. Reasonable height.

You want about 600w of LEDs of good efficiency.
Bit less depending on how many of those purple leds you have and how powerful they are?..

You could do 8, I like 1 plant per 2x2 of space, so I'd go with 4, but 8 you'll just grow for less time.

Let me see what I can see if I can post some links to some affordable LED options.
 
coreywebster

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Midwest414 said:
I plan on adding one more light in the middle and a few LED Strips on the sides..
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Have you considered a bit of DIY?

Because there's some good deals on great Strips at the moment and you can pick up power supplies cheap .
Bit of aluminium angle and some wire and you could have a great light to fit your space.
 
Midwest414

Midwest414

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tstick said:
Well, it looks like you are trying to set up a clean, organized space. It's nice to see grow spaces that are set up well and kept clean. Lots of grows, I see dogs, cats, work boots, dirty clothes, dead leaves, splashed dirty water.....and, usually with the associated bug problems, chewed leaves, mold, etc. Good job so far and good luck for a successful grow! :)

Don't grow autos!
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Thank you so much..back in late September my life took a change, long story short I questioned life. And for some reason growing stayed in my mind...I've always wanted to grow..for the past 10+yrs I'd read and study growing from dirt, to Nutrients, best seeds, the pros and cons, I'd look at setups for hours and always saying to myself " if I'd do it this is how" I remember drawing blueprints.
Well out tye blue I order seeds from Humbolt seed company. Train wreck 3 pack fem for 60$..the universe was in the works because I hoped on Amazon and found my first light on there it was 125$ but I only had 80$..it was on sale for 60$..that was my last 80$ too..I bought it..fews days later I came across a few dollars helping a friend, I walked to the dollar store and got 6 things of foil. Ordered dirt and started the journey..mind you I had no clue really, buy the years of reading helped. All 3 Is sprouted good, and the Process began. I was battling Depression. I swear them plants saved me..I'd look forward to watering them and watching them..I'd read and read on line..I didn't have a Schedule for watering or nutrients, it got to the point I knew my plants and I give them what they needed not because it was 4pm and that's their schedule. I feed them when they were hungry. I was very lite with Nutrients in the beginning. Then I'd talk to them and open up with what I was dealing with or what was in my head..I may sound nuts but I enjoyed it..to the point I'd watch them move back and forth..not once did I have Nutrient problems or bugs. This amazing journey was the key to keeping my mind off the negative and Redirecting it to what are the possibilities of the plant.
Everyone was shocked what I Produced. Out of 3 plants 2 made it..the one that didn't grew odd.
Even when I had to cut them down I felt bad and I told the lady's you saved me and I will keep growing because how much I enjoyed the Entire process. So yeah thank you..I see it as growing I need to respect these are living things and they Deserve a respectful Environment. I even played this amazing sound I found on YouTube.
So this time around I'm so excited. I wish I could Starr now but I have Obligations to bills and I Patiently wait to buy all I need Piece by piece. Also I don't want to start while still needing things..when I Germinate them I want to have everything ready so that there's no issues, I should say unnecessary issues
 
Midwest414

Midwest414

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Midwest414 said:
Thank you so much..back in late September my life took a change, long story short I questioned life. And for some reason growing stayed in my mind...I've always wanted to grow..for the past 10+yrs I'd read and study growing from dirt, to Nutrients, best seeds, the pros and cons, I'd look at setups for hours and always saying to myself " if I'd do it this is how" I remember drawing blueprints.
Well out tye blue I order seeds from Humbolt seed company. Train wreck 3 pack fem for 60$..the universe was in the works because I hoped on Amazon and found my first light on there it was 125$ but I only had 80$..it was on sale for 60$..that was my last 80$ too..I bought it..fews days later I came across a few dollars helping a friend, I walked to the dollar store and got 6 things of foil. Ordered dirt and started the journey..mind you I had no clue really, buy the years of reading helped. All 3 Is sprouted good, and the Process began. I was battling Depression. I swear them plants saved me..I'd look forward to watering them and watching them..I'd read and read on line..I didn't have a Schedule for watering or nutrients, it got to the point I knew my plants and I give them what they needed not because it was 4pm and that's their schedule. I feed them when they were hungry. I was very lite with Nutrients in the beginning. Then I'd talk to them and open up with what I was dealing with or what was in my head..I may sound nuts but I enjoyed it..to the point I'd watch them move back and forth..not once did I have Nutrient problems or bugs. This amazing journey was the key to keeping my mind off the negative and Redirecting it to what are the possibilities of the plant.
Everyone was shocked what I Produced. Out of 3 plants 2 made it..the one that didn't grew odd.
Even when I had to cut them down I felt bad and I told the lady's you saved me and I will keep growing because how much I enjoyed the Entire process. So yeah thank you..I see it as growing I need to respect these are living things and they Deserve a respectful Environment. I even played this amazing sound I found on YouTube.
So this time around I'm so excited. I wish I could Starr now but I have Obligations to bills and I Patiently wait to buy all I need Piece by piece. Also I don't want to start while still needing things..when I Germinate them I want to have everything ready so that there's no issues, I should say unnecessary issues
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So yeah I'm very funny and mindset on keeping this setup clean and Professional looking. Also it means alot to me that people like yourself take the time to respond and give insight. I'd Humbly except any tips or input from you
 
Midwest414

Midwest414

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tstick said:
Well, it looks like you are trying to set up a clean, organized space. It's nice to see grow spaces that are set up well and kept clean. Lots of grows, I see dogs, cats, work boots, dirty clothes, dead leaves, splashed dirty water.....and, usually with the associated bug problems, chewed leaves, mold, etc. Good job so far and good luck for a successful grow! :)

Don't grow autos!
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Why did you say don't grow autos? I was actually going to do 2-3 autos In between the fems
 
Midwest414

Midwest414

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coreywebster said:
So let's call it 8x2ft for convenience. Reasonable height.

You want about 600w of LEDs of good efficiency.
Bit less depending on how many of those purple leds you have and how powerful they are?..

You could do 8, I like 1 plant per 2x2 of space, so I'd go with 4, but 8 you'll just grow for less time.

Let me see what I can see if I can post some links to some affordable LED options.
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Looking to put the 3rd light in that middle spot..LED possibly a panel one..I'd be open to any suggestions from you guys..
 

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Midwest414

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coreywebster said:
So let's call it 8x2ft for convenience. Reasonable height.

You want about 600w of LEDs of good efficiency.
Bit less depending on how many of those purple leds you have and how powerful they are?..

You could do 8, I like 1 plant per 2x2 of space, so I'd go with 4, but 8 you'll just grow for less time.

Let me see what I can see if I can post some links to some affordable LED options.
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I will say I was very impressed and happy with this brand of light. It was very helpful and did its job
 

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Midwest414

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coreywebster said:
Have you considered a bit of DIY?

Because there's some good deals on great Strips at the moment and you can pick up power supplies cheap .
Bit of aluminium angle and some wire and you could have a great light to fit your space.
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Actually yes I have and I'm very Intrigued by it..I'm very handy and I have the space and tools to do it. What would you suggest. Also thank for taking your time to respond and share your thoughts. It means alot..
I was considering doing a Strip on the floor and on the sides of the walls in the middle..because I noticed with the last grow that the Branches and flowers grew where most of the light was and I noticed how the lower ones could get to their Full potential due to lack of light. So towards the end I went in my Garage and brought one of my led lights in and laid it on the floor and i noticed the flowers who were barely holding on improvised. So I kept a mental note that next time I'll have lights there
 
tstick

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Because autos are a stupid trend
Midwest414 said:
Why did you say don't grow autos? I was actually going to do 2-3 autos In between the fems
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Auto flower cannabis ruderalis is not marijuana. It's a completely different species of plant.
 
Midwest414

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tstick said:
Because autos are a stupid trend

Auto flower cannabis ruderalis is not marijuana. It's a completely different species of plant.
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Makes sense, I wondered how it was possible for the time frames. It really made me question things when I was able to actually grow and experience the whole process. Like for Auto to Germinate and flower in the same amount of time I'd be probably starting the 12/12 Cycle on a female plant...I looked into and read alot of posts and comments on individuals who did Auto and it seems like 30/70. 30% saying they got a good Harvest and the other 70% having problems, plants Dying or flower ain't reaching full potential..
Do you recommend any sites for beans that are good with shipping and ok priced
 
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