NEW GROWER HERE....NEED FEED BACK!

[mmazzacca]

FIRST TIME GROWER AND THESE ARE MY BABIES.....PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT U THINK!......I AM USING MIRICLE GROW MOISTURE HOLDER.......A 150 WATT HPS LIGHT 1 FOOT FROM PLANT.....MYLAR SURROUNDS PLANTS.....WITH A OSCILATING FAN....AND 3 DAYS AGO I STARTED 12 HOURS OF LIGHT 12 HOURS OF DARK.....PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT U THINK.....AND OFCOURSE......ADVICE!

mmazzacca Reviewed by mmazzacca on 02-10-2010. NEW GROWER HERE....NEED FEED BACK! FIRST TIME GROWER AND THESE ARE MY BABIES.....PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT U THINK!......I AM USING MIRICLE GROW MOISTURE HOLDER.......A 150 WATT HPS LIGHT 1 FOOT FROM PLANT.....MYLAR SURROUNDS PLANTS.....WITH A OSCILATING FAN....AND 3 DAYS AGO I STARTED 12 HOURS OF LIGHT 12 HOURS OF DARK.....PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT U THINK.....AND OFCOURSE......ADVICE! Rating: 5

[Phunnyman]

I would veg them a little longer before going to 12/12 and let em get a little larger, maybe a foot tall before flowering. Look nice though. I would suggest a better soil than MG or anything MG for that matter, MG just isn't for these plants. Try some of the local grow stores for good soil and organic nutes. I was recommended bio bizz and that is some good stuff so far. Make sure the temps don't go over 80 degrees in the grow space, good call on the fan.

[mmazzacca]

how low can you go tempature wise when in the dark?.....and how many light hours do u suggest for now?

[stra8outtaWeed]

at least 18/6 vegging until they get about 12" - 18"

get some foxfarm ocean forest soil at any good grow store and some bloom food...organic preferrably...just as P-man said...start simple and don't over water. your temps can go pretty low as long as you don't freeze them literally you are ok but i personally like to keep mine 60+ in the dark!

looks good so far!:thumbsup:

[mmazzacca]

how often do i give the plant the food, and how much, and most importantly, how do i give it to plant.....do i mix in with water.......if so....please give me ratio as far as mixing it with water

[moody420]

I would definately veg those at least 2-3 more weeks. I would also get a better light. 150w is pretty weak by indoor growing standards.

Phunnyman and st8outtaweed gave good suggestions for soil. There are some great nutrient enriched (specially made for MJ growing) at your local hydro shop. Also they can help you with your nutes. They will have some simple 3-4 step recipes.

As for watering, you can add your nutrients straight into the water. Mix well before feeding. You can find amounts per gallon on the nutrient container. I usually water every 3 days....about 1/8th of a gallon per plant in 5gallon containers. Get a moisture meter (you can get them at home depot for like $7)...and just make sure they don't get too dry and definately not too much!

Good luck man! :jointsmile:

[Phunnyman]

You can run them 24 hours at this point but alot of people myself included run them 18 on, 6 off so there is ample root development. (anyone feel free to step in if I'm mistaken)

Most nutrients are liquid and are mixed in a ration to the water being given, such as one tablespoon per gallon and so forth. That part depends upon the nutrient given and what kind it is.

I've been vegging my plants for one month and then flowering for about two depending upon the strain.

I'm by no means even close to an expert but only sharing what I've learned here and in twenty something years of toking. The people here know their stuff, try searching through all the stickies for the info, you'll be amazed.

[mmazzacca]

Thanks everyone for your help.......I originally went from a ten day 24 hour light phase....after ten days I was told if I went right into 12 and 12 the plants would grown wider and not as tall......something I need do to space limitations.....I will be getting better soil asap.....as well as the bloom food.....The light was purchased on ebay, and when I researched this specific light, everyone said the light produce very well.......they said the only negative was, it is made for having just a couple plants....I am not sure if thats true...but the feedback seemed good.....Anyway, Ill be keep my babies live on here...please feel free to throw out any advice in these later stages.....Thanks again everyone!

[stra8outtaWeed]

you will be very happy and your plants will be happy with you! best type of lighting you can get!!! just make sure it has 660nm and 460nm wavelengths...the investment will pay for itself in the long run just in energy savings and bulb replacements! :thumbsup:

[bigtopsfinn]

Only use one pot for one plant. I'd get them in their own containers ASAP, before the roots get tangled and the plants start fighting for food and water. Only one of them will win

And next time start them in something smaller, like dixie cups, and work your way up. Transplanting is a good thing.

Happy growing :jointsmile: