Different strains sharing the same reservoir?

[cotreeman]

Hi all,

First, let me thank everyone for all the information on here. I've learned so much!

So here's my situation, I'm a first time grower who's learning everything I can from 5 different books and as many websites as possible (this one being the best!). I have my MMJ card and would like to eventually become a commercial grower. In my giddiness to purchase weed, seeds, and clones legally, I now have 13 different strains growing. I'm using the DWC method with 18 gallon containers with 2 plants in each one. I have a bubble stone at the bottom and am using a 1000 watt light on a 6' mover.

My intent is to grow as many mothers as possible, and then take clones and begin growing in ernest. I've already learned that I no longer want to continue with the DWC on a larger scale, as it uses too much water (flushing 150 gallons every week). I'm looking at some variation of aeroponics, i.e., a 6' tube of 8"pvc pipe with 6 net pot with sprayers and everything mixing in a 20 gallon reservoir.

My question is, can I keep different strains on the tube and feed them from the same reservoir? I currently have 6 different strains in three 18 gallon DWC reservoirs. They seem to be growing fine in there veg state. I realize that different strains require different amounts of nuts, but is it possible to keep them all in some kind of range? I keep the pH around 5.6 and add nuts when needed. What will happen when the flower?

cotreeman Reviewed by cotreeman on 01-18-2010. Different strains sharing the same reservoir? Hi all, First, let me thank everyone for all the information on here. I've learned so much! So here's my situation, I'm a first time grower who's learning everything I can from 5 different books and as many websites as possible (this one being the best!). I have my MMJ card and would like to eventually become a commercial grower. In my giddiness to purchase weed, seeds, and clones legally, I now have 13 different strains growing. I'm using the DWC method with 18 gallon containers with 2 Rating: 5

[Brainy]

Definately. Some strains grow very similar and require similar nutrient levels. Find some similar and the harvest will b comparable to having all the same strain. Practice makes perfect.

[Rusty Trichome]

Best not to mix sativa dominates with indica dominates. They require different levels of nutes.

[Brainy]

Best not to mix sativa dominates with indica dominates. They require different levels of nutes.

Good point. And thanx for being a straight shooter Rusty. We all need reliable answers from top growers so thanx for the info.