Seeking seasoned growers opinion

[hippieshaven]

Hi all! I am back from vacation and the plant is doing well. I am using my Bloom boosters only and have removed all the (N) for at least 9 days now. My plant looks the same, but she is fuller Thanks to all for the most helpful advice.

[Zandor]

Welcome back....they may look the same but the taste will be different. I'm glad your plants survived, I assume you called and checked on them while you were away too hu? lol

[hippieshaven]

No, I actually did as you suggested. I have had her on Bloom and Bloom booster the last week or so and am sitting back while waiting for her to show me signs of harvest so we can Klenz her. Without the (N), regeneration is a no go, right? I was hoping to attempt to bloom her again, but have heard many don't do this. After I clip the buds and hang them upside down, the next step is curing? From what I have read this is not a step that I want to skip...

[Zandor]

Correct, and correct.
Once the buds are dry (the stems break when snap them) by hanging or using the paper bag method. You then put them in glass jars and store in a dark cool place like a closet. Open the jars for about 30 min everyday. After about a week you should be able to leave them closed up unopened for another week. Watch for moisture forming on the glass if there is any showing you need to vent it longer so repeat step 2 for another 3-5 day's. A total of 2-3 weeks and you should be just about right. The chlorophyll should be all used up and the smoke should be very mellow and smooth.

[hippieshaven]

This is what I am left with drying... Do you think I did well for the first plant? If so, pat yourself on the back because you walked me every step of the way. I can't thank you enough for all of your input. Hopefully my other girls will be bigger and better. Again, thanks!!

[Zandor]

Wow tight nugs drive me nuts...they look great. You did all the work dude just wish we could share a J or two in celebration of your victory.

Next round we need to get you into cycle growing and a better Hydro setup.

[hippieshaven]

Um, that's dudett. ha ha I am a female grower. Ok, so what do you suggest? I am open for better set ups and more knowledge, oh olbie one! If you are willing to teach, I am more than willing to learn. Again, I can't thank you enough for your advice. I wish that I could give you half of the harvest for all the time and knowldege you have imparted. More than anything, I appreciate your courtesy. My other two have about 8 weeks left so teach away master! By the way, do you know of any outstanding books? I wasn't impressed with Rosenthal's much. I hope I am not attacked by that, but I just want more intimate knowledge...your knowledge...:-)