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With 1/4 to 1/3 grow stones or perlite.Co2 is not something that is a must but i have all the equipment from growing aquatic plants in the past. Given the right conditions it can greatly increase photosynthesis leading to faster growth and healthier plants overall. That is why i'm doing a sealed grow area with complete control over temps and humidity as well as Co2 levels. Also this allows me keep a very accurate record and replicate or change environmental factors for future grows to fine tune a strain to its exact like and dislikes.
DTW is drain to waste, which is prob a given and i should not use the term :/ sorry for the confusion.
Taste is most important to me but also gaining the max thc level out of a particular strain as possible. I'm not overly worried about bugs as I plan to throw in some chives/garlic as natural means of keeping bugs away and with it being sealed should help. None the less I will look into other means if necessary.
Would you recommend 100% happy frog or a mixture?
Thank for all the input everyone
With 1/4 to 1/3 grow stones or perlite.
Ocean holds moisture longer than happy frog. Bigger pieces. Don’t forget that you will still need to vent the moisture/humidity. I run negative pressure (with a usb fan during flowers).
CO2 is just an added cost. Not for me, I’d rather have UV-B
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Exactly my plan. No point stressing the plant through Veg and 2 weeks in as i start lowering the lights gives em a decent time to adjust.Start UVB from week 2 or when buds have formed
Space in my room is for plants not equipment. Power $$$.
Oregon, Washington, California are all Rec states $15 1/8 includes tax is pretty common. Live Resin $20 g.
Keep you cost with in reason or you might as well go to a dispensary.
It’s a tried and true method and is simple, which I like. I do use ph test strips to check the general range but dont micro manage the hell out of it. I also wasn’t giving him advice persay but merely stating what’s worked for myself and many others in the past. I learned from BOG and other well respected growers. I’m not saying it’s the only way, it just works for me.That is some rough, novice advice . There are so many different inputs that could drastically change the over all PH level of the solution if you just went with what he says and added the same amount every time. A ph solution will change incrementally based on temp alone. Get a decent PH pen, keep it calibrated and allow for a gentle swing through out the optimum range of what ever medium you choose. And pick through your info carefully. If the old boys dont comment then check to see what comments they themselves have liked on your thread. Too many kids on here with that copy paste pseudo grow science!
Each medium will have its benefits for your style. Coco is easier for the beginner. If you feed to much and your coco ends up too hot you can simply feed with a solution at a lower ppm/ec that you want it at and it will automatically adjust itself after a few litres/gallons run through. So you have more room to move with coco. Plus with coco you will find more explosive growth during the vege stage, owing to ease of movement the roots have in coco and the over all o2 porosity of the coco.
Soil is good too, only a few feeds a week, you can allow it to get a bit dryer. If you get too hot in soil from over feeding it can be more difficult to rectify the situation as a beginner you will notice the signs and may not be able to fix it with a "simple" flush.
DWC you have to be there 24/7 almost like a watery baby! If your power or equipment gives out you may only have a max of 4 or so hours till the plant closes down to preserve what turgidity it has and you start to head towards total crop failure. But if you nail it you will be rewarded with a bumper crop from DWC I believe. Even in coco I test PH and temp of res twice daily. I guess with the other two you could leave for the weekend and come back and itll be grand. With DWC you or someone who understands aqua culture will have to be there to monitor the operation. Big up grow fam! lets keep propagating good experienced based learning on here!
I’ve been kicking the DWC idea around also.It’s a tried and true method and is simple, which I like. I do use ph test strips to check the general range but dont micro manage the hell out of it. I also wasn’t giving him advice persay but merely stating what’s worked for myself and many others in the past. I learned from BOG and other well respected growers. I’m not saying it’s the only way, it just works for me.
Did the dwc for a while and found the extra equipment needed to be a pain in the ass. Not only that but the end result wasn’t as enjoyable.
It’s a tried and true method and is simple, which I like. I do use ph test strips to check the general range but dont micro manage the hell out of it. I also wasn’t giving him advice persay but merely stating what’s worked for myself and many others in the past. I learned from BOG and other well respected growers. I’m not saying it’s the only way, it just works for me.
Did the dwc for a while and found the extra equipment needed to be a pain in the ass. Not only that but the end result wasn’t as enjoyable.
I get that its worked for you man and if an experienced grower was asking the question i wouldnt have said anything. But @Aqua Man says in the thread its his first grow, he doesnt know what works for him yet and telling someone dealing with an ACID SOLUTION to just add this amount with out any knowledge of his water quality or ph at the tap, his choice of nutrients or additives is plain dangerous. All this has a major effect on how much ph down should be getting used. PH down is acid, acid is dangerous and corrosive. Ive seen it burn holes through carpet and flooring so many times. Imagine what it does to delicate roots if not added correctly?? Just give sound advice bro.
I get that its worked for you man and if an experienced grower was asking the question i wouldnt have said anything. But @Aqua Man says in the thread its his first grow, he doesnt know what works for him yet and telling someone dealing with an ACID SOLUTION to just add this amount with out any knowledge of his water quality or ph at the tap, his choice of nutrients or additives is plain dangerous. All this has a major effect on how much ph down should be getting used. PH down is acid, acid is dangerous and corrosive. Ive seen it burn holes through carpet and flooring so many times. Imagine what it does to delicate roots if not added correctly?? Just give sound advice bro.
I farm to keep the wife out of the dispensary. 100% organic. Hobby. Fun. Good smoke. Rare strains. FLAVORThis isn't about money for me, its about producing the best possible results of a given strain that i can achieve. In a sense this is going to be a hobby and hobbies cost money but i also enjoy spending time doing them and a lot of DIY. Also your not going to find top notch herb at a dispensary (just my opinion). I know this may seem like i smoked a little to much but for me its the process that's just as enjoyable and the product. I have grown aquatic plants for many years and have minimal return on large investments only because i find it very enjoyable to see the results.
How significant are the gains from DWC to DTW soil?
Just Awesome! I'm hoping I can do the same.I farm to keep the wife out of the dispensary. 100% organic. Hobby. Fun. Good smoke. Rare strains. FLAVOR
Then your friends shoulder tap for a kick down you know you did a good job :)
45n
So, if you google up the grow weed easy DWC article, that is a perfectly good system that works great. I found it very easy to figure out. I used the General Hydroponic nute line, got 8 ounces out of two cheezy Amazon LEDs.
I recommend stepping up to hydro, if you're at all handy with your hands. Its easier to keep on track, nute wise. No building up of salts, complete control over pH. The downside is that you have to manage the reservoir, avoid root rot. Its easily done if you can follow directions, and it's easier, IMHO, to get premium results with hydro over soil.
If taste is more important to you than yield - soil. And it’s not even close.
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