Originally Posted by Opie Yutts
It should be smokable 3 weeks early, it just will be a different kind of high. More able to think, and move, less like a "fallen and can't get up" high. Any time you see trichomes you should be able to get somewhat high. I like to wait until I see about 10% amber trichs.
Each weed has it's own special scent. Flowers is fine. Sounds even much better than some other smells from weed.
Dry until the stems crack when bent (4-7 days). Cure for 6 months or more. The more the better if all the moisture is out. Or don't cure at all. It will probably just not be as smooth and tasty, but it will get you high.