Yea get um to at least 60F ASAP. Some people think the THC doesn't get affected but it does. The trichomes suffer the same fate upon prolonged exposure of frost, etc. Like others mentioned, you're better off planting earlier or getting FF/auto's. or getting a greenhouse with a heater during these cold days.Well brought in my Ayahuasca Purple after work. My Mimosa looks pretty happy still. Crazy shit. Tough ass plant. I'm going to cover it tonight and probably bring it in tomorrow. Can't decide if I should bring it or my Tropicana Banana first.
The trichomes are oil based, thus lower freezing temperature. They exist to protect the leaf and plant cells from damage. If danger(aka freezing) is incoming, a "smart" plant would increase trichomes(force field). More THC. Just my thought process. I still have half a plant outside ready for the next frost as an experiment.Not good. Blankets...
Frost damage in cannabis plants can be identified by several symptoms:
Frost can cause the water within plant cells to freeze. As water expands when it turns into ice, it can rupture cell walls, leading to cellular damage or death. Cold temperatures slow down the metabolic processes in plants, including photosynthesis. This can hinder growth and reduce the plant’s ability to produce energy. Frost can also affect the soil, making it harder for roots to absorb water and nutrients. This can lead to deficiencies and overall poor plant health.
- Discoloration: Leaves may turn black or dark brown, indicating cellular damage.
- Wilting: Frost-damaged plants often exhibit wilting or drooping leaves and stems.
- Necrosis: Dead tissue may appear on leaves and buds, leading to decay and mold issues.
I saw some guys on YouTube growing outdoors in Minnesota That thought just that. they wanted a frost! I think Imazudae Posted it. He grew in Minnesota and I wonder what happened to him! He was pretty helpful!w
The trichomes are oil based, thus lower freezing temperature. They exist to protect the leaf and plant cells from damage. If danger(aka freezing) is incoming, a "smart" plant would increase trichomes(force field). More THC. Just my thought process. I still have half a plant outside ready for the next frost as an experiment.
Are you talking about watering with ice-cold water. Presumably, the idea is to shock the plant's root system and cause enough stress to promote trichome production without ruining your harvest. You'll want to give your cannabis plants an ice bath as close to harvest as possible.
BUT.... AS for frost, trichomes rot and die at temps below 50F.
Some cold temps aren't bad and actually can be good for the plants. But anytime temps hit 28F or under its not good.I've never understood why some think it's good to grow to frost if not a freeze. Everytime I've got caught out by a frost or freeze it's ruined the plants.
My Ayahuasca Purple and Tropicana Banana handled it pretty well. My Mimosa looks kind of sad though. Its definitely time to come down.This thread is interesting to me. Some people swear by letting their plants get some frost. Others don't believe in it. The photo of the trichomes after being frozen is pretty telling to me.
This forum proves that there are many ways to grow this plant, if nothing else.
Thanks for everyone's input.
@Phreakshow
How's your plant doing that looked droopy after the frost?
noperThe trichomes are oil based, thus lower freezing temperature. They exist to protect the leaf and plant cells from damage. If danger(aka freezing) is incoming, a "smart" plant would increase trichomes(force field). More THC. Just my thought process. I still have half a plant outside ready for the next frost as an experiment.
I could open a window some.Close enough for government work! Be nice if it was a little cooler, but we take what we can get!
Your a good man Oldchucky. You always make me feel good about what I'm doing.Up to you! You’re the grower! I know about the best I can do on humidity is about 45! But I can get 60° but I think they’re still dry a little too fast! I’m happy if I can get six or seven days out of them! Just have to watch and learn! So far, you’ve been making the calls, right!
That's the realities of outdoorWell it's begun. Night temps have dropped considerably. Day before yesterday we had a high winds that broke a couple branches and the temp dropped to 29 degrees. 1 of my plants had some leaves die from the cold. Other 2 were hating it but looked ok. Last night it was 34. Haven't been out to look at them yet. Not sure what to do. Nights won't get much warmer. My plants never finish. I have never had a plant harvested because it has ambered enough in my 4 years growing. None of them have any amber at this point still. Will probably just pull them. I dont anticipate much if any change at all going forward. My grow season is to short and my garden not sunny enough. Disappointed.
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