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sn00py · #1 (**permalink**) 03-19-2002, 06:25 PM

Helloooo

I've got one or two questions that I'd appreciate a little help with if anyone has the time/knowledge..

1st up! : Germination! I understand that leaving the seeds in a jug of water for a few hours helps a great deal (when they start to sink they are ready for the paper towel/rockwool - correct?) Does adding a drop of bleach to the water help with germination rates at all? When your seeds split, is it a good idea to transplant them straight into your grow room?
I have an NFT 250 system, if I stick the seedlings under a 250 HPS light is it going to toast them good?!

2nd up! : Vegitation stage! I've seen a bit of contradictory information on various newsgroups (all paling in comparison to grasscity) saying that its best to start with an 18/6 rather than a 24 hr light period (well actually, its kinda 50 - 50) is it worth the extra electric bills to run the lights 24/7 during the veg?

Noooooooooooow.. Nutrients!

3rd up! : Has anyone used birth control pills as an additive to their nutrients before? I hear that this has been found to be good..

And last but not least... Is it a good idea to use the FIM topping technique? (can be found here : http://www.overgrow.com/faq/browse.php?qa=727) I know its a few questions, but you would be helping me out alot if ya could reply..!

Cheers,

Sn00pY

#1 (permalink) 03-19-2002, 06:25 PM
sn00py gr0w. Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 188	a few basic questions... Helloooo I've got one or two questions that I'd appreciate a little help with if anyone has the time/knowledge.. 1st up! : Germination! I understand that leaving the seeds in a jug of water for a few hours helps a great deal (when they start to sink they are ready for the paper towel/rockwool - correct?) Does adding a drop of bleach to the water help with germination rates at all? When your seeds split, is it a good idea to transplant them straight into your grow room? I have an NFT 250 system, if I stick the seedlings under a 250 HPS light is it going to toast them good?! 2nd up! : Vegitation stage! I've seen a bit of contradictory information on various newsgroups (all paling in comparison to grasscity) saying that its best to start with an 18/6 rather than a 24 hr light period (well actually, its kinda 50 - 50) is it worth the extra electric bills to run the lights 24/7 during the veg? Noooooooooooow.. Nutrients! 3rd up! : Has anyone used birth control pills as an additive to their nutrients before? I hear that this has been found to be good.. And last but not least... Is it a good idea to use the FIM topping technique? (can be found here : http://www.overgrow.com/faq/browse.php?qa=727) I know its a few questions, but you would be helping me out alot if ya could reply..! Cheers, Sn00pY __________________ In the event of my demise when my heart can beat no more i hope i die for principle or a belief that i had lived 4. I will die before my time because i feel the shadow's depth. So much i wanted to accomplish before i reached my death. I have come to grips with the the possibility and wiped the last tear from my eyes. I loved all who were positive in the event of my demise. ~Tupac Amaru Shakur 1971-1996 ~Weed is for the people, Cocaine is for milking the Rich~