Hello. I'll probably be around for awhile ;-)

[BearWater]

Welcome.

Ohio grower here too. We'll, I'm at least trying. Ha.

Your setup is nice.

I like your idea about us all sharing genetic information. It is very much needed in a state that has tropical weather half the year and artic like weather the other half. Even if we aren't sharing seeds, at least getting a database together of strains that can deal with our climate would be excellent.

Happy growing.

We should have a forum for Ohio growers. I mean since it's legal now. Think of the possiblities for developing and sharing genetics. I would even be fine to meet-up and share a smoke, or some eddies.... yum!

Hey guys you could totally start an Ohio growers thread I’ve seen and directed a couple of folks to an all Alabama state grow thread If I remember correctly. That would be cool to be able to pool knowledge, maybe even exchange some genetics and what not.

 

[Organic13]

There is an Ohio growers thread. It is here:

Thread 'Who grows the biggest plants in Ohio?' https://www.thcfarmer.com/threads/who-grows-the-biggest-plants-in-ohio.161403/

I would love a searchable database or spreadsheet (that's how my mind works) for Ohio growers regarding genetics. What is a definite no no outdoors here and what can handle it.

It's a pipe dream. Hahaha. But a girl can dream.

Thank you, Bear Water. Appreciated

 

[Newty]

There is an Ohio growers thread. It is here:

Thread 'Who grows the biggest plants in Ohio?' https://www.thcfarmer.com/threads/who-grows-the-biggest-plants-in-ohio.161403/

I would love a searchable database or spreadsheet (that's how my mind works) for Ohio growers regarding genetics. What is a definite no no outdoors here and what can handle it.

It's a pipe dream. Hahaha. But a girl can dream.

Thank you, Bear Water. Appreciated

Actually, I'm sure there will eventually be one. It's still early as far as legalization goes so it will take a little for a strain list to be made.
If you know your outdoor environment, finding the right strains won't be that hard.
Until someone makes a list, you want to search with keywords
Examples:
"Best Strains for Hot Weather"
"Best Strains for Short Summers"
"Best Strains for Humid Climates"
Use keywords specific to your environment though

I found this timeline chart for Ohio Growers

 

[Organic13]

Thank you for the information. It is helpful.

RealFarmer and I have talked about how we can't be in the ground until June. Makes things even more challenging.

 

[BearWater]

There is an Ohio growers thread. It is here:

Thread 'Who grows the biggest plants in Ohio?' https://www.thcfarmer.com/threads/who-grows-the-biggest-plants-in-ohio.161403/

I would love a searchable database or spreadsheet (that's how my mind works) for Ohio growers regarding genetics. What is a definite no no outdoors here and what can handle it.

It's a pipe dream. Hahaha. But a girl can dream.

Thank you, Bear Water. Appreciated

Haha! Thats awesome, hope you’re able to put it to good use : ) and always dream away!
Any time Organic!

 

[BearWater]

Actually, I'm sure there will eventually be one. It's still early as far as legalization goes so it will take a little for a strain list to be made.
If you know your outdoor environment, finding the right strains won't be that hard.
Until someone makes a list, you want to search with keywords
Examples:
"Best Strains for Hot Weather"
"Best Strains for Short Summers"
"Best Strains for Humid Climates"
Use keywords specific to your environment though

I found this timeline chart for Ohio Growers
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Those are great searches Newty you guys should see some of mine! they get the job done though hahaha!!

 

[JointEffort]

Be careful with that light intensity at this early of a stage, you will cook your plants. Save the higher levels for flower, when the plants need it. Your plants will thank you and so will your energy bill.
My lights don't see over 30%-40% and 24"-30" over the plant during veg, once I'm in flower I slowly turn up the light each week.
It doesn't take much to hit the correct daily light interval or ppfd while in veg

thank you. I apprecaite that. In my past we didnt have the option so much to dim. once the ballast was warm, it was full wattage of what ever you had.

I can already see what you are talking about. I have my GDP "praying" earlier today . Is that still a term used? is it still a good thing?

 

[PlumberSoCal2]

Be careful with that light intensity at this early of a stage, you will cook your plants. Save the higher levels for flower, when the plants need it. Your plants will thank you and so will your energy bill.
My lights don't see over 30%-40% and 24"-30" over the plant during veg, once I'm in flower I slowly turn up the light each week.
It doesn't take much to hit the correct daily light interval or ppfd while in veg.

I'm an outdoor/greenhouse grower and I too have seen a lot of light burn on plants these days. I have no clue the type of light you have but be careful of turning it up all the way otherwise Welcome to the Farm

 

[Phil.D.]

Sorry, I'll have to figure out how to leave text describing each picture.

The top pic is Blueberry, 2 weeks since germ soak started. The is an old OG strain for me. In the past, the result I received from this strain in the past were absolutely delicious. Make it into butter and melt it on a stack of blueberry pancakes and it's wake and bake time. Best suited for a cold, football-game-watching-Saturday/ Sunday. The buzz is calm cool, long lasting and lazy.

The second pic from top is Skywalker Haze. it's a bit exciting to see a second set of leave with close nodes, barely any stretch. I think I see a set of true leaves beginning to emerge in the center. Off to a good start.

The third pic down, yes, it's the Bruce Banner. The genetic freak? We'll see.

Fourth pic down is the other Blueberry. I'm so happy to have two of these plants going. Again, it's a favorite of mine.

AND last but not least, or is it saving the best for last? The Main Event! Grand Daddy Purps!!!! This one has me SUPER PUMPED. This strain popped a tail from the seed in 36 hours!! This one is goign stroung and I think I see a hint of purple vein already.

My pH is a little higher than I like right now because I'm begining to transition from seeding feed, to vegetative push.

The sixth pic pic is the overall set up. All contained in a 4x4 tent from Mars . Seems to be of decent quality. I'm also running a Mars growlamp; 450W. I had it dimmed to 25%. I am now at about 60% and will increase it to 100% over the next 10 days or so.

The 7th and 8th pic are my stats. This is the coolest little gadget I have ever found, and the price was right. Amazon, $68, and it wifi connects to my phone with high/low alarms and real time readings. LOVE IT! Again, as mentioned before the pH will be coming down to about 6.4 soon. I will top off with fresh water in the 20 gallon res. Calcute the nutes, and bring the TDS to about 1400-1500, and adjust pH from there. I do think my water will be my secret weapon here. It's high in minerals, so from the tap I get near 900ppm, and NO chlorine. it tends towards the alkaline side however, so that may prove to be a challenge going forward. The res temp is fine at 71F. I'll have to pay attention to that humidity. It's been a bit unstable with wide fluctuations. Controlling this has been my biggest challenge so far. I probably dont want to air temp much high than I have now. I think I should be fine with cooler weather cooming.

So that's my grow in a nutshell! I'm feeling prett vulnerable laying it all out here. I cant fail!!! The pressure is now on.

I would be cautious turning your light up too high too fast. The new LED lights are super strong and will burn your plants. Unfortunately I found this out 1st hand. On my current grow, I just flipped to flower two weeks ago and up until that time my light was at 20%. I have an AC Infinity 730 watt light. I’m now at 40% and moving it up very slowly.

 

[jadins_journey]

Thanks.

In the past I tried the lerger blocks of rockwool. I was learning then. IO now use the hydroton with the theory and outlook that its just "replacement soil" to allow the roots to anchor, hide from the light and grow. Now I use the smallest cube I can find to secure the seedling. I liek to flood and drain quickly. I only want my roots to be in a high humidity, not water. the hydroton holds that moisture well. I feed about every 6 hours. I flood and drain within 3 mins.

I'm open to scrutiny. Again, it's been awhile and this Redeye Jedi may have forgotten a thing our two.

Flood & Drain myself, not many of us around growing that method. I'll just mention wet hydroton and light will grow you some of the best algae east of the Mississippi

 

[JointEffort]

I'v e never had that problem. Never say never though, right? I'v e seen it on the rockwool however.

Flood & Drain myself, not many of us around growing that method. I'll just mention wet hydroton and light will grow you some of the best algae east of the Mississippi

 

[JointEffort]

good tips on the light intensity. Again, the LED is completely new to me. I'm already gleaning info from you all and I've only been here for a few days now.

I do seem to have somethings out of balance and I'm not quite sure how to bring them in tune. My pH is where I like it presently (6.45), and my TDS is not bad with 1100ppm, but my EC is 2.1. I think I would like to be around 1.7-1.8. Thoughts? Am I good?

 

[JointEffort]

There is an Ohio growers thread. It is here:

Thread 'Who grows the biggest plants in Ohio?' https://www.thcfarmer.com/threads/who-grows-the-biggest-plants-in-ohio.161403/

I would love a searchable database or spreadsheet (that's how my mind works) for Ohio growers regarding genetics. What is a definite no no outdoors here and what can handle it.

It's a pipe dream. Hahaha. But a girl can dream.

Thank you, Bear Water. Appreciated

lets see what we can do. I'm all for a database. I just need to know what data is important for everyone to keep.