Howdy, First grow in probably 10 years. Happy with the results so far this summer. Got these two in 15 gallons of Coast of Maine Stonington Blend each, and I followed the feeding schedule suggested by Coast of Maine. It's getting down to it now, and I haven't given these girls any fertilizer in about 4 weeks, which was a half a cup of Fish Bone Meal and a half a cup of worm castings scratched into the top couple inches, but I'm looking to treat them with something for the last leg of their go. Could anyone suggest an organic liquid product that I could give these ladies to pick up quick and finish off strong? I have Fox Farm Big Bloom, but that seems like it is meant to be used mixed in a solution with other nutrients? Anyways, hope you're all doing great! Thanks.
Quick update on my question from earlier if anyone is looking for this information in the future. Went to the local nursery and asked some questions. Turns out way more people than I ever realized are growing these days. General consensus was that Big Bloom was the best option at this stage so I am going to do a little more research on that. Leads me to another question now though since there are two options for use... Which one? haha General Feeding: 4 tablespoons (60 mL) per gallon (4L) of water every other watering. Heavy Feeding: 1/2 cup (120mL) per gallon (4L) of water once per week. I'm leaning toward the heavy feeding for the last few weeks, but I'm open to input from others with more experience. Also, do I need to worry about flushing when using something like Big Bloom heavily as I would using a non organic fertilizer such as "M.G." or the like? Also, also, I saw today MG has an OMRI approved organic line now. I still didn't buy it but they got it I guess. Cheers
Well, personally I always go easy on fertilizing. I may be wrong but I feel it is better to feed lightly than to burn. If you are growing organically, there is no need to flush.
I feel that. I think you're right the more I mull it over. The plants are looking great as is, so I should probably use a little bit more often rather than potentially roast them with too much. Would hate to ruin the season cause I'm getting greedy over my final product... Would be a fitting punishment though haha And on the flushing yeah I figured as much, but wanted to double check. Thanks for the info I really appreciate it!
You can use Big bloom if you want. I would start with a 1/4 cup per gallon at first. Always start at the lowest dose. Watch to see how your plants react and edge up to the 1/2 cup measure if you believe your plants need it. Big Bloom is just worm casting and bat guano. Shake it up well before using it.
Hah! I could make my own then. I have Peruvian Seabird guano, bat guano has more shit in it, pun intended, but it should work.
Hey All, Wanted to post an update. Been almost 2 weeks and I think one of my girls is about ready for the cut. What do you folks think? Was aiming for this weekend if she looks ready.
I'd give it at least 2 more weeks to finish. Your pistils are just changing color and haven't even receded back into the calyxes. Nice job on your grow.
I did check the trichs and they seemed milky, but I'll continue to monitor and I'll let them go as long as the weather holds out for me. Gets wet around this time of year so I'm combatting budrot. A gentlemen at the nursery mentioned to hit them with the leafblower every morning to knock some of the dew and rain, if any, off. Been working out so far. Thanks
Hi All, Wanted to update with some pics. You were totally right about letting them go for 2 more weeks I've somehow managed to keep these things from getting overrun with budrot, but I don't think I'm going to win that battle much longer. Seems we have a lot of rain incoming in the next week. Am I at a total loss if I cut both down at the current state? Below I have attached pics of trichomes from a couple buds I salvaged from slightly moldy spots. One from each plant. One of them definitely seems more ready than the other. Maybe I'll gamble on the second for another week.