Have the closet all set up so started germinating this morning. I'm going to be growing my clones/mother in just an empty bedroom. Would it be worth sealing off a corner so the plants recieve as much light as possible? I've decided on two 600ws(thanks for all the opinions). Hopefully it will keep the heat down some and I had no idea they cost less to run. Anyone know a website that sells 600s with lens/air cooled for a decent price? When my plants are started and I move them under the lights should I raise them up off of the ground? Doesn't get cold or anything but I was considering doing it just for ease of watering/care. Another thing I was wondering. Its quite a ways off but I'm using feminzed white widow seeds, and was wondering what the easiest way to spot a hermy is? I've participated in grows before, but have never come across any hermys. Started my seeds in peat pods and going to be moving them to 4 in pots when I'm ready. Would it be okay to transplant from the 4 in into 3 gallon? Or should I throw in another size in between? Since the closet is going to be strictly for budding, to what size should i grow my clones before flowering? With lights/buffer space I have the potential to fit 4-5 foot plants comfortably, but I dont want to throw them in to late, and have to top them because they grow too much during flowering.

Also this is my first grow so one of my biggest concerns is over/under watering. From what I've read its best to Day1-Water,Day2-skip,Day3-skip,Day4-check water if needed. Does this apply to all phases of growth? Also when checking how dry the soil is do you go by whats on top of the pot, or is it best to stick your finger in a few inches to check deeper?

Took a trip to the hydro store the other day and ended up getting talked into buying this.

Recipe For Success Starter Kit (720600) - Fertilizers / TechniFlora

Anyone have any experiance with it? The hippie store owner recommended it highly but I havnt been able to find any information. Was planning on using it half strength(work my way up to it). When is the best time to start feeding your plants?

Sorry about all the questions, but thanks for helping a newbie out! Don't want to put a bunch of money into this and not do it right. :rastasmoke:
gbf4ever Reviewed by gbf4ever on . First Grow, Opinions needed on setup Have a closet 6 ft by 3 foot and 9 feet high I'm working on setting up at the moment. My basic plan was to put in a shelf and divide the closet, making the bottom the mother/clone area and reserve the top for budding. Going to be planting with a mix of 4:1:1 soil/perlite/vermiculite. Some questions. At what level should i put the shelf to leave enough room for the mothers on the bottom? Would I be better off going with one 1000w hps or two 400w hps for the budding area? Plan to have Rating: 5