First Grow- Need Plenty of Advice

[adiitaff]

so the your seed has germinated. the root is stickin out yea? put the root in the soil will the seed about half and inch in the soil. cover it lightly with the soil and water it. what i do at this point is wrap some cling film ontop and place under a light. watch some youtube videos on plantin germinated seeds. your got to do your research!

[ThePinkJina]

Ok one of the seeds has germinated succesfully and is ready to put in soil. I put it root sprout pointing up correct? And with a small amount of soil on top of it correct? Thanks.PurpFreshy

I do believe the taproot is supposed to be pointing down, and 1/4" soil covering it is best. Don't worry bout the taproot it'll find its way down. Now you can do as adiitaff says, or you can jus leave em uncovered. The plastic wrap keeps it moist.

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[PurpFreshy]

Alright thanks guys you've been a real help. I'm on a tight budget so an outside grow is my only choice, as of now, and I have the land to do it, I just wish to do it successfully.

[ThePinkJina]

Alright thanks guys you've been a real help. I'm on a tight budget so an outside grow is my only choice, as of now, and I have the land to do it, I just wish to do it successfully.

Watch for pests.. Deer are going to be your biggest insult to crop. They eat every part of plant. You are going to need chicken wire to put up around the plants. Are you planning to plant directly into the earth, or keep em in large pots. If you keep em in pots you'll want no less than a 7 gal bucket.

You are also gonna want to have some sorta pesticide/fungicide to deal with the bugs and such that love to destroy your cannabis. Because you are growing outdoors, you can get the industrial stuff. Just remember to rinse and flush em really really well for the last 2 weeks before harvest.

Good luck man!

[PurpFreshy]

Watch for pests.. Deer are going to be your biggest insult to crop. They eat every part of plant. You are going to need chicken wire to put up around the plants. Are you planning to plant directly into the earth, or keep em in large pots. If you keep em in pots you'll want no less than a 7 gal bucket.

You are also gonna want to have some sorta pesticide/fungicide to deal with the bugs and such that love to destroy your cannabis. Because you are growing outdoors, you can get the industrial stuff. Just remember to rinse and flush em really really well for the last 2 weeks before harvest.

Good luck man!

Yeah, Im starting them in a solo cup then moving them into the dirt when they are about 5-8 inches tall. I am going to use some aluminum foil to allow the plants to absorb much more sunlight, and I need to invest in some pesticides. As for the deer, I have a plan in mind. I dont want to drag too much attention to myself. So we will see. My first plant sprouted!!! I may post a pic if you'd like to see!

[PurpFreshy]

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PurpFreshy

[ThePinkJina]

Definitely post that pic. Id avoid using foil for any reason other than cooking. It causes hot spots on the plant, which in turn creates burn spots. Not to mention if you're not wanting the attention helicopters could probably see the foil easier than the plant its self. Maybe not, but its something to think about. The sun provides better light than anything you could build or purchase.

You wont need anything to help the light. The sun moves in a natural arc, a plant follows the sun. Wind creates just enough stress to create a strong and healthy stock as well as provide plant movement, which helps aid the sunlight in getting to the lower branches.

[PurpFreshy]

Alright well, I have a picture from day 2 of the sprout, this girl is getting big!! (: thanks Jina again!! I like the advice and thought you put into things. Attachment 283870

[ThePinkJina]

Lookin good..! You should cut the cup down to where there is about 1" between the soil and top of the cup. You have too much stagnant air inside the cup. You want a small breeze on the stem to keep it strong and fresh air circulation.

Keep it up yo!

[PurpFreshy]

[quote=ThePinkJina]Lookin good..! You should cut the cup down to where there is about 1" between the soil and top of the cup. You have too much stagnant air inside the cup. You want a small breeze on the stem to keep it strong and fresh air circulation.

Yeah, that probably would be a good idea. I'm thinking cutting small holes in the side (not where the soil is located), above it, this would allow the air to flow through it. Strengthening the stem, aerating the leaves and relieving stress. Keeping the plant female. I'm at a friends house. Got the solo cup sitting in about 1/4 inch of water to pull in the water in case I don't get home in time. It's also under a light. Thanks Jina!