Hardonna update...

[9ski9]

I killed the one girl weeks ago, so she's been getting heavily sampled 8*)

[Zion High]

Ski... Is there any particular reason(s) why you didn't go with an HPS for Veg ?

[9ski9]

Well, a lot of people use CFL's for veg. The spectrum is good and they are cool, so you can surround the young plants. I try and keep them about an inch away from the tops. Mostly, though, it was on HD's recommendation.

Harddon was a newbie when he came here not long ago, but immersed himself in learning so much so that his wife nearly kicked him out of the house. Of course this place is filled with more knowledgeable/experienced/talented growers, but I never saw an HD post that wasn't funny and mostly dead-on right.

Growing is a never ending learning process. I'm sure Zandor could tell you something new he's just learned and that guy knows just about everything. Any grower needs guidance when starting out. From that, you repeat what you know to work for you. Like the magic of bat guano, for example.

I found a method of growing that suits me. I respect and marvel at what hydro people can do, but I'm not into it. I even have all the gear for cloning, but I'm not sure I'll bother with my next grow.

I moved to a spot that's literally deep in the woods and gave up a sunny garden at my previous house. I really enjoy the process of gardening. I used to come home and dead-head flowers to relieve stress; now I tuck, tie, and tend to MJ plants. It's been a cool journey.

I imagine Mand could relate to that.

Sorry to get OT from your question...I suddenly have a three week period of nothing garden-related to do and I'm rambling on...

Good CFL's have given me nice, bushy plants during veg, so they are my choice of light. 8*)

[likemclever]

What's a girl got to do around here for an update.....don't answer that.

[EmTpockets]

Yo ski....Ive read up your log.....you know, it is like a book!! Are you starting a new grow soon?

Clever, babygirl, I like the new avatar(been away for a bit, so it might not be new) but I like it anyways!!

[likemclever]

Thanks EmT actualy this avitar is starting to make its way out ....just looking for a suitable replacement... :smokin:

[latewood]

hey lmc. been awhile...catch up with you one of these days...lw

[atari]

Thankyou 9ski9 and harddon for this amazing thread.. it's really inspired me..

I was just wondering if either of you could give me some guidance as to starting to grow for the very first time and any advice on choice of seeds etc.

I would be greatful for advice from anyone for that matter!

http://boards.cannabis.com/showthread.php?t=66146

Thanks!

Atari

[9ski9]

Ha, resurrected from the dead...

I don't use seed banks, so one of the many genius growers around here can help you with that. I save seeds from different pot I really like...just good old bag seed.

As far as doing a basic soil grow, I took everything I learned from HD and began a grow in March, without all the mistakes. And once you've bought all the gear, the second grow costs next to nothing.

The only changes in my current grow are the nute/THC booster mixture, the veg time was shorter (because they grew faster this time), and the use of fish emulsion during flowering.

Take a look at my current grow log. It's a really basic setup...nothing fancy. But it's capable of producing a pound of weed that, when properly cured, absolutely knocks your dick in the dirt.

http://boards.cannabis.com/showthread.php?t=61034