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11-17-2010, 04:43 PM #2Senior Member
Photoperiod
Originally Posted by dkm287
As far as I understand it, sunlight breaks down the chemical that plants need to flower. So when you shorten the day and lengthen the night, the chemical that makes the plants flower builds up, making the plant bud. This is why some people do 48-72 hours darkness before switching to 12/12.
I don't think your idea is going to work, but it will be interesting to read other peoples opinions. I also fail to see what gain 24/24 would have.
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