Hey all, just wanted to show some pictures from the grow. I am still using my Home Made LED light ballasts that I talked about in my previous post. I made a few updates to my setup this time around: I added about 30 square feet of space, put in a few more ballasts, and installed a exhaust fan.

The exhaust fan makes a big difference. Last time around temperatures were frequently in the high eighties and pushing ninety, and although the plants turned out alright, they did show signs of stress. This time the plants don't show any stress at all, and I suspect its because temperatures are lower. Now they are typically sticking at or below 82 degrees Fahrenheit, only occasionally breaking 85.

All the ladies are clones this time, and I really appreciate the consistency. It certainly is easier when all the plants are the same height.

Finally, I tested out this stuff called "GEO - Growth Enhanced Organics" on one of the plants. Someone at my local Grow Shop gave me a packet for free, he had heard a lot of good things about it, and he suggested I see how it works. I obliged, and one plant was given geo instead of the mycorrhizae I have been using. Everything else stayed the same. For the first couple months of growth the GEO plant did seem to have a somewhat fuller appearance. It was quite bushy and very healthy, perhaps noticeably so, compared with the other plants. As the plants matured, however, the others caught up with and ultimately surpassed the GEO plant. This result certainly isn't conclusive, but it does suggest that GEO is not some kind of Miracle Sauce.

Anyway, here are some pictures.

Also, if you're interested in the lights, this guy's website describes a good way to make them.

March 10, 2016 -- Veg



The GEO plant



March 19, 2016


April 24, 2016 -- Flower





May 3, 2016 -- Beginning to Flush


Thanks for Reading,
-C