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You said it! Top heavy ladies lean hard!Well put I’d like to add beneficial bacteria
Water temps need to be low plants best take up nutes in DWC at water temps around 68 and SCROG SCROG SCROG
Yes I always use those. But heavy buds may still topple. That's why I gave up on DWC for my own needs. I could only do it with a scrog, and it's impossible to move the buckets around and very difficult to change the solution unless you have it elevated with a drain.I’m finishing a grow and I can’t believe how tall the plants got. They grew up past the lights.
I guess I let them veg too long. Because of this I’ve had to tie them up to keep from tipping over.
I was thinking maybe a bigger net pot would help. I think mine are 3.75”. Anybody use the 6” net pots that are built into the lid?
Hi NedsterI happened to quickly glance and see a few threads about DWC problems. I don't grow DWC anymore because my plants always fall over lol. But, I have done many a DWC run and wanted to offer what help I can to anyone having trouble. Here are a few basics I learned.
1. You cannot have too much air. Let me put it another way. You can't have too much air. Bubbles = success in the DWC game. I would say this is the leading cause of problems in DWC.
2. Don't mix too hot - 600 PPM's in DWC should get you big buds, even on a heavy feeder. View attachment 1197280Tweak if required.
3. Change the water often Don't just top off. Every week you should change the whole deal out. Get that scum out of the bottom.
4. Make sure you top off during the week so you don't have roots going dry at the top of the bucket as water evaporates.
5. Check your PH periodically during the week. If it shifts, your plant can't take up nutrients. Shoot for 6.2 - 6.5.
6. Flush a DWC at least 5-7 days.
Hey sorry for the bump on an old post, but I'm looking for somebody that has experience with CES in DWC... I cannot find a good PPM , I'm mixing up nutrients to 80% (then diluting) and trying to shoot for around 500ppm for my plant that has just started producing 5 finger fan leaves... but It seems like It keeps locking out and my ph is fine, It shows signs of calcium and nitrogen deficiency so i'm just not sure... anyway you could list the ppm range you shoot for during the different stages of growth?? i'm using the whole line up with mag amp & plant ampHello fellow DWC growers(& former DWC growers)
I'd just like to join the conversation, and let everyone know what im running for informational purposes. Any input would be gladly appreciated. Currently I am 20 days from my germination(the day I wrapped them in a paper towel). I accidentally started a Photoperiod Fem (Pistachio) along side an Autoflower Fem(Mazar Dodgers). Both seem to be healthy at this point(pictures provided). The first week I ran my PPM @ 400-450. Now, being into my third week(& third water/nutrient exchange on the 2 gallon reservoir) I now run them at the manufacture suggested 33-50%, which I run 50%. I use Cutting Edge Solutions along with 100%Ozarka Distilled Water. Average temp of water is 69-74°F. Currently, the average PPM 840-900 with no signs of fowl play. My lights are two dual panel 60W at about 20 inches from my taller plant (The Autoflower). Lights are set to 18/6 due to the Pistachio not being an Autoflower. The PH flucuates from 5.8 to 7.0, I do my best to keep it around 5.8, but I cannot baby sit them all day, so it climbs to 6.8-7.0 before I supplement with Organic Distilled White Vinegar(I have two, two gallon tanks. I supplement & circulate, then lift the plants over to the supplemented tank). I repeat this process at least 3 times a day to keep the plants in a viable acidity. I have a Blue Lab automated PH Controllet on the way, so I can keep the PH at a constant 6.0 without worrying about them all day, that dose the plants with Cutting Edge Solutions PH Down product. Air is well circulated, and I sing the plants to bed every night. Here are some shots. Thank you for reading, and any advice in advance!!
P.S. First grow ever, trying my best.
Mazar Auto (Top) Pisatchio (Bottom)
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