I can't wait for these new mothers to grow up. I guess they're a week away before I can collect some cuttings. These are really healthy. Ive made sure they get nice ventilation to ensure all parts of the leaves get fresh air. Its makes a big difference.
Another thing, I was always telling people to let their pots dry out. This is what I was always told and so I perpetuated this myth but for some reason It never smelt right. If roots need to dry out, why does DWC work so well? .... Ive concluded that they don't need to dry out as long as they have sufficient air. This realization which may have been obvious to others will change how I do everything.
Firstly, Ive started feeding my mothers before they get too dry. I don't think the 'lift the pot' method works so I just wait until the top centimeter is dry then I feed. So far my mothers are growing a lot faster than before and are MUCH healthier.
Secondly, I think I can add more vermiculite to the hempy mix to hold more liquid. Maybe even upto a 1:1 mix (as some others do). Perlite drys really quick, I don't understand how people use to all by itself.
Thirdly, I'm looking forward to using this MAPITO in a hempy bucket. It looks like it can hold a ton of liquid whilst retaining good aeration. In theory it should be amazing. ... I'm not one for marketing hyperbole but ive read several times since newworldicon mentioned it that its the NO1 growing medium in Holland. I respect the dutch growers, so Its gotta be worth a try.