how long is vegging? when is it over? what wattage do i need?

[InvaderZim666]

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InvaderZim666 Reviewed by InvaderZim666 on 09-04-2007. how long is vegging? when is it over? what wattage do i need? ??????????????? Rating: 5

[stinkyattic]

Invaderzim, you really should do some reading!
The link in my sig is one place you can start, or the grow FAQs, which were carefully put together by the moderation staff here so everyone would be able to easily find this type of info.

[InvaderZim666]

When you have decided that your plants are ready to flower, basically, that they are about half the size at which you can finish them, stop feeding your Grow fertilizer. You need to reduce the amount of Nitrogen in each feeding by half or more. Put your lights on a timer set to 12 on, 12 off. For efficient use of electricity, most people run their lights at night to take advantage of the cool night air and reduced kwH rates from the utilities company. It is very important that the dark period not be interrupted during the flower cycle, as it can lead to reduced yield, revegetating, and the Dreaded Hermaphrodite. If you absolutely must check the plants at 'night', use a GREEN light, as it is far less usable to plants.



i got that from your guide thingy and i have no idea when that they are basically half the size i can finish them

[stinkyattic]

Your finish size depends on how much space you have to grow in and the type of lights you are using.

[InvaderZim666]

your guide says 40w is that what i should use for vegging or something

[InvaderZim666]

and im assuming vegging is when the plant is popping out of the soil

[InvaderZim666]

i already googled it and nothing helps thats why im on this site. i could read your guide 5 times and still wouldnt have my answers.
im not saying its bad you are obviously more experienced and have more tools at your disposal but all i have is a lamp for lighting and a pot and soil and tap water i would just appreciate it if someone would at least give me an idea as to what wattage of a CFL i should be using.
right now im using a regular house light bulb with 60w and the plant is like getting taller does that mean its working or what?

[KHAN]

Just buy the bud in bags m8

[InvaderZim666]

thats wasting money though

[KHAN]

Your plants are growing tall looking for light, which your house bulb wont produce (not the right KIND of light)

You need either sun or a High Pressure Sodium (HPS) light, vegging lasts for around 4 weeks, it's over when you think they're ready to start budding. You need 400w or higher, the higher the watts the hotter the bulb