First time grower looking to identify gender

[PiecEMakeR]

Hi THC Lovers, I am a complete noobie but I've been trying to get into growing for many years and finally decided I'll try to grow outdoors first and see what happens.

I told myself if these plants are successful, I'll get deeper into growing better strains and have more fun. Keep in mind, being from South Africa, growing mediums and specialized equipment are hard to come by. Which is why I chose outdoor growing to start with.

Since this is my first time, I went with easily obtainable local seeds and threw some in a pot and let nature run its course.

One of my first mistakes (I suppose) is having them all in one pot, as now I'm trying to identify which ones are male/female/herm and want better control over them. I also don't even know the pros and cons of having different genders except that female plants are more THC potent.

I'd really appreciate it if any of you could help me identify the genders and maybe give me an idea on what I should do. I also made the mistake of not writing down the date which these were planted but they're still young. Maybe 4-6weeks. The next few shots are closeups of some of these.

	Is this one a herm? I see Calyx and Pistils but I also see pollen sacs?
	This one looks female but there is a big sac also?
	This one looks a lot like the first one, but with more sacs. Male?

My goal with growing these is to turn them into edibles, maybe cookies or whatever would work quicker. I used to smoke but have since stopped for personal reasons but my love for cannabis has never wavered. Being high helps my intention tremors immensely and makes me feel good. Any insight would be appreciated, thanks for going on this journey with me!

-PiecE

 

[Beachbumm]

The Hermy pollinated the female, and I think the bottom picture is all male or hermy. Unfortunately you're not going to have a good harvest this time but next time invest in some quality seeds and you'll have a better outcome, best wishes.

Edit: or they could all be Hermes / male, I'm not sure about the middle pic but it's not good.

 

[Galgrows]

Burn them all nothing but pollen plants get some better seeds

 

[PiecEMakeR]

Thank you for the replies, I'll trash em and start over properly. 1 seed per pot.

The season is changing rn and winter is looming, is it possible to grow outdoors in the winter? Thinking of maybe bringing the pot indoors with indirect sunlight. I don't currently have access to grow lights or a grow tent and as I explained, I'd like to have one successful harvest before going deeper into things

 

[PiecEMakeR]

Only two that was left of the initial "trash" batch, thought I'd give them a go anyway. Pictures are of the bigger one. Not really sure which stage these are in now and what genders they are but they don't seem to have balls.

 

[ElBorracho]

Only two that was left of the initial "trash" batch, thought I'd give them a go anyway. Pictures are of the bigger one. Not really sure which stage these are in now and what genders they are but they don't seem to have balls.

Looks like a flowering female to me

 

[PiecEMakeR]

That's what I like to hear

Anyone know more or less how far along these are? How many weeks before harvest? I don't mind waiting.

 

[ElBorracho]

That's what I like to hear

Anyone know more or less how far along these are? How many weeks before harvest? I don't mind waiting.

Hard to say, from what I can tell I would guess its Like 1-2 weeks into the flowering period. Don't quote me tho. Without knowing the specific strain it's hard to Tell when harvest will be around but it highly depends on your location. Flowering Starts when the days get shorter and the light-spectrum becomes more Red. I suggest you ready the harvesting guide from RoyalQueenSeeds e.g. They have a detailed description in how to find the right time for harvest

 

[ElBorracho]

Hard to say, from what I can tell I would guess its Like 1-2 weeks into the flowering period. Don't quote me tho. Without knowing the specific strain it's hard to Tell when harvest will be around but it highly depends on your location. Flowering Starts when the days get shorter and the light-spectrum becomes more Red. I suggest you ready the harvesting guide from RoyalQueenSeeds e.g. They have a detailed description in how to find the right time for harvest

Flowering could take 6-13 weeks depending ob your strain. You'll have to Check it every once in a while and Look at the Terpenes, 90% Brown Terpenes are a good indicator that you are getting Close to harvest. Definetley Invest in a pocket microscope though, it's worth it. Also keep it as far away from any herm/Male as possible or it'll get pollinated and stop producing THC to make seeds

 

[PiecEMakeR]

Flowering could take 6-13 weeks depending ob your strain. You'll have to Check it every once in a while and Look at the Terpenes, 90% Brown Terpenes are a good indicator that you are getting Close to harvest. Definetley Invest in a pocket microscope though, it's worth it. Also keep it as far away from any herm/Male as possible or it'll get pollinated and stop producing THC to make seeds

Thank you, you've led me down an interesting read. It's amazing to see how deep science has gotten.
The name eludes me, but there was a documentary a few years ago detailing every aspect of cannabis. I'd love to find it again.

As for which strain, I imagine it being a type of skunk. Pungent and super sticky. Love it.

I'll try the terpene charts and report back.

 

[PiecEMakeR]

Reporting back, the two plants of the batch that was left were indeed hermies. I decided to trash them in July and planted two seeds people like to call Durban Kush.

They've grown beautifully outdoors and I think the one is ready for harvest. Planted at the same time though so I don't know why the other one hasn't had the same speed. Both are female so that's great. Wanted to have someone's opinion on if the one plant is ready for harvest or should I stick it out more.

Some pictures of the plant I think is ready for harvest, also has a real nice minty and fruity smell to it:

and then the other plant that was planted at the same time from the same source, should be the same seed but is different:

Not so far along as the first one as you can see.
Still enjoying the journey, thanks for reading :)

 

[GNick55]

Flowering could take 6-13 weeks depending ob your strain. You'll have to Check it every once in a while and Look at the Terpenes, 90% Brown Terpenes are a good indicator that you are getting Close to harvest. Definetley Invest in a pocket microscope though, it's worth it. Also keep it as far away from any herm/Male as possible or it'll get pollinated and stop producing THC to make seeds

it doesn’t stop producing thc,.. geezus

 

[Galgrows]

Reporting back, the two plants of the batch that was left were indeed hermies. I decided to trash them in July and planted two seeds people like to call Durban Kush.

They've grown beautifully outdoors and I think the one is ready for harvest. Planted at the same time though so I don't know why the other one hasn't had the same speed. Both are female so that's great. Wanted to have someone's opinion on if the one plant is ready for harvest or should I stick it out more.

Some pictures of the plant I think is ready for harvest, also has a real nice minty and fruity smell to it:

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and then the other plant that was planted at the same time from the same source, should be the same seed but is different:
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Not so far along as the first one as you can see.
Still enjoying the journey, thanks for reading :)

You got weeks to go on the flowering one and the second plant well it's got months.

 

[PiecEMakeR]

You got weeks to go on the flowering one and the second plant well it's got months.

Thank you that is extremely helpful!

 

[ElBorracho]

it doesn’t stop producing thc,.. geezus

My bad you're right. I did actually read about that from other sources, but apparently I was misinformed

 

[GNick55]

My bad you're right. I did actually read about that from other sources, but apparently I was misinformed

yep easily to get mistaken as it’s the bud development that basically stops growing and all focus is on making seeds, but trichomes are still produced,.

 

[PiecEMakeR]

Time for another update, would love some insight as to when you guys I should start drying/harvesting

Photo taken on Nov 4th

Photo taken on Nov 6th

Photos taken today on Nov 10th

 

[PiecEMakeR]

Trying to get a closeup pic of the trichomes with a magnifier, don't have the means to source a telescope. A week ago these babies gave off a very pungent smell, it has since dissipated. I'd say it's lost about 60% of its smell, don't think thats a good thing really

 

[Oldchucky]

You’re the grower! You have to make the call on when to CHOP! You should know the parameters by now! When in doubt, wait! Smells come and go! I think they crank out smells just to attract pollinators! Just to cents! You can do it!