That seems to be to general consensus, I think I’ve seen one person doing 20/4 from the start. Just curious if the dark hours will speed things up or not, so eventually I’ll play with those hours.I keep my t-5 light on 24-0 until they are well rooted on my clones and then 18-6.
Lacking roots, I suspect extended photosynthesis from keeping the light on longer would be beneficial.That seems to be to general consensus, I think I’ve seen one person doing 20/4 from the start. Just curious if the dark hours will speed things up or not, so eventually I’ll play with those hours.
Thanks, much appreciated!That's fantastic real happy for you.
I agree, but I also wonder about recovery time when the lights are off. I’ve read things about different processes taking place during night and day, although I’m not sure how much of that is bro scienceLacking roots, I suspect extended photosynthesis from keeping the light on longer would be beneficial.
There must be different processes because photosynthesis only occurs during the day.I’ve read things about different processes taking place during night and day, although I’m not sure how much of that is bro science.
At night, the leaves don't need to orient themselves toward the light because photosynthesis is not happening.I have noticed that some of my plants look like they’re “sleeping” during lights off, meaning the leaves are drooping almost as if they want a drink, but then perk up when the lights come on again.
What is there to test? What are the theories? Most plant biology is established science.When I test those theories
My friends cousin's sisters boyfriend grows vegan cannabis....he swears it tastes like chicken. True story. Ya reallyThanks, much appreciated!
I’ve been trying to go as organic as possible while staying on this side of vegan. Maybe one day I’ll try the vegan thing too, I hear it produces the tastiest buds!
What is there to test? What are the theories? Most plant biology is established science.
Regarding cloning, it might be interesting to consider the best way to stimulate the creation of new roots by manipulating light and dark duration. For example, would a complete lack of darkness inhibit or stimulate root growth?
I posed the question to direct the conversation to the topic instead of criticizing how others find their own solutions. "Bro science" isn't necessarily bad or good. It's mostly a method of communication and exploration. Often, the best we can do is identify those amongst us with whom we share approaches to growing. Those who seek a single right answer are on a fool's quest. There isn't one. That said, here are a few short responses (and a few long ones) from my perspective.Your own example proves that there are things to explore
I let the plants defoliate themselves.defoliating
I don't do that.trimming the leaves [to] stimulate the root growth
I don't use that method. I don't need many clones.bubble cloners
As it applies to rooting clones, this is the point at which I became interested in this thread.lights out
Nor am I.I’m not pretending to be a scientist
Same as above.I’m also not pretending to know everything about cannabis
I didn't take it that way. No worries.I’m not trying to be a dick...
Those were rhetorical questions, that is, questions asked to make a point rather than to get an answer. That point being many answers exist even if finding the answers may be difficult, thus, in those cases, further experimentation is akin to reinventing the wheel. You showed that to be true, for example, in your above explanation of sugars and roots. You get it.... it just seemed like your comments were suggesting that all questions have been answered and we know everything there is to know about cloning, when none of us really do.
True. Someone gave me that exact advice when I began growing. We need to develop our own growing styles by finding what works best for us, as individuals. Then relax and enjoy the products of our labors. Growing is half the fun.I suppose all I can hope to do is find what works best for my plants in my room.
In scientific method, theories are not tested. Hypotheses are tested. Google "scientific method" for some fun late-night reading.Maybe one day soon scientists will test all these theories under controlled conditions and give us proper and accurate information so we can all make the most of our plants.
No, the information gathered from the lab is still applicable even if we’re not growing in a lab.Consider that "controlled conditions" will be necessary for "proper and accurate information" to be applicable, but most of us don't grow our plants in (scientifically) controlled conditions. That's the problem, isn't it?
Well, you say you’re not pretending to be a scientist, but I’m not sure I believe youIn scientific method, theories are not tested. Hypotheses are tested. Google "scientific method" for some fun late-night reading.
How enlightening, thanks for edumacating me.Those were rhetorical questions, that is, questions asked to make a point rather than to get an answer.
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