Newbs 1st grow! Complete failure or a "by the skin of my teeth" documentary 🤔🫣

[steamroller]

Those are balls.
Pinch them off and give the plant a good look over.
Spray them with water before you pick them so they can't dust anything.
They look young and I think you are ahead of the ball [pun intended].

 

[freezeland]

Do I have a herm? View attachment 91012

Yepper

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

Those are balls.
Pinch them off and give the plant a good look over.
Spray them with water before you pick them so they can't dust anything.
They look young and I think you are ahead of the ball [pun intended].

I was hoping I wasn't right I'm gonna try ur suggestion instead of throwing another plant in the bin. Damn I hate balls way more than I have previously! disgusting!

 

[steamroller]

I was hoping I wasn't right I'm gonna try ur suggestion instead of throwing another plant in the bin. Damn I hate balls way more than I have previously! disgusting!

I would not chuck it unless it went wild and was out of control.

 

[SiamSam]

I was hoping I wasn't right I'm gonna try ur suggestion instead of throwing another plant in the bin. Damn I hate balls way more than I have previously! disgusting!

Its like coach said, take 2 then hit it where they ain't

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

Hello all! I may have been finding more balls. They seem a little diff than what I saw before, like they don't seem to be attached directly to the stem areas. Was hoping they were just future bud sites, probably just wishful thinking.
The herm plant is a good 8-10 inches above the rest. It was the first to sprout by 2-3 days b4 the rest

Also, I thought I read I can use king crab along w hydroguard but waiting to get confirmation b4 I start using it. Thanks for looking!

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

They don't come in pairs or anything, like one here or there. Started noticing em on one other plant as well.

 

[Aqua Man]

Generally if you see a small stem under them they will be male.

 

[steamroller]

It is really going 50/50 bud/ balls.
That is a lot to me?

 

[freezeland]

Hello all! I may have been finding more balls. They seem a little diff than what I saw before, like they don't seem to be attached directly to the stem areas. Was hoping they were just future bud sites, probably just wishful thinking. View attachment 91483View attachment 91484View attachment 91485
The herm plant is a good 8-10 inches above the rest. It was the first to sprout by 2-3 days b4 the rest
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Also, I thought I read I can use king crab along w hydroguard but waiting to get confirmation b4 I start using it. Thanks for looking!

Burn pit

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

Burn pit

Kind of thought so After tmrw, I'll have 3 sites open Probably 4 cuz what's the point in having a 50 gal rdwc with 1 plant. Looks like I'm about to start over cuz of dumb nanners, oh well Shit happens

 

[freezeland]

Kind of thought so After tmrw, I'll have 3 sites open Probably 4 cuz what's the point in having a 50 gal rdwc with 1 plant. Looks like I'm about to start over cuz of dumb nanners, oh well Shit happens

Genetics is probably the biggest influencer to the hermi trait followed by stress. I’d guess in your case it was the genetics. You invested quite a bit in equipment. Not sure where you sourced your seeds but using seeds from reputable breeders is just as important.

 

[Aqua Man]

Genetics is probably the biggest influencer to the hermi trait followed by stress. I’d guess in your case it was the genetics. You invested quite a bit in equipment. Not sure where you sourced your seeds but using seeds from reputable breeders is just as important.

100%

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

Genetics is probably the biggest influencer to the hermi trait followed by stress. I’d guess in your case it was the genetics. You invested quite a bit in equipment. Not sure where you sourced your seeds but using seeds from reputable breeders is just as important.

I am a newb, but I check ph, ppm, temp, humidity, and water levels daily. I control my light height and strength by watching how the leaves react. I saw little to no stress in those plants, leaving me and others to believe it was the seeds. I dunno, one plant was straight male. The herm was growing like a male, super thick stalk, way taller, and the nodes got further and further apart. The third(2nd herm) started growing like this as well recently. The 4th photo seems to be ok THUS FAR! lol chop, chop, chop!

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

On a side note, how close do you all think this one is from being done?

It's an auto and noticed the stretch around 1/8 so that's close to 8 weeks of flowering?

 

[steamroller]

Looks good.
Depending on the buzz you want it could be very close or you could wait .

When to harvest for highest THC video.

Worth the watch.

budbuilders.org

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

That was a very helpful video, thank you!

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

Dumbass me never bothered looking up the flowering time on this pine auto... 10-12 weeks on an auto!!! Based on that, I think I have another 2-3 weeks left

 

[MiGrampa]

I am a newb, but I check ph, ppm, temp, humidity, and water levels daily. I control my light height and strength by watching how the leaves react. I saw little to no stress in those plants, leaving me and others to believe it was the seeds. I dunno, one plant was straight male. The herm was growing like a male, super thick stalk, way taller, and the nodes got further and further apart. The third(2nd herm) started growing like this as well recently. The 4th photo seems to be ok THUS FAR! lol chop, chop, chop!

Yes, bad genetics can and do carry hermaphrodite traits. From everything stated, this indeed does appear to be the case.

My question for you and the rest of the team here is - "How do we safely send clones through the mail?" Safe as in get to their destination safe and sound and without damage.

The reason for my question is I am firing up my cloner today. I already have an order from a local grower for 4 each of the following strains:

Gorilla Road Kill - "Skunk Really Works" - 70 day flower time
Dante's Inferno Tester Seeds - "GPS" - 63 day flower time
LemonGrass - "Humboldt Seed Company" - 50 day flower time

Anyway, for the cost of postage and whatever supplies are needed to ship safely, I will clone some extras to help a fellow grower in need.

 

[Aqua Man]

Yes, bad genetics can and do carry hermaphrodite traits. From everything stated, this indeed does appear to be the case.

My question for you and the rest of the team here is - "How do we safely send clones through the mail?" Safe as in get to their destination safe and sound and without damage.

The reason for my question is I am firing up my cloner today. I already have an order from a local grower for 4 each of the following strains:

Gorilla Road Kill - "Skunk Really Works" - 70 day flower time
Dante's Inferno Tester Seeds - "GPS" - 63 day flower time
LemonGrass - "Humboldt Seed Company" - 50 day flower time

Anyway, for the cost of postage and whatever supplies are needed to ship safely, I will clone some extras to help a fellow grower in need.

Lots of options like these and plenty of DIY options out there also.

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[MiGrampa]

Lets look at DIY options to keep costs down. @Aqua Man what DIY method do you suggest to have the best chance of making it there. I thought about the tube from inside a roll of toilet paper or paper towels. Moistened paper towels around the root and then carefully placed in a bag.

 

[moe.red]

Yes, bad genetics can and do carry hermaphrodite traits. From everything stated, this indeed does appear to be the case.

My question for you and the rest of the team here is - "How do we safely send clones through the mail?" Safe as in get to their destination safe and sound and without damage.

The reason for my question is I am firing up my cloner today. I already have an order from a local grower for 4 each of the following strains:

Gorilla Road Kill - "Skunk Really Works" - 70 day flower time
Dante's Inferno Tester Seeds - "GPS" - 63 day flower time
LemonGrass - "Humboldt Seed Company" - 50 day flower time

Anyway, for the cost of postage and whatever supplies are needed to ship safely, I will clone some extras to help a fellow grower in need.

I tried a few methods. A lot depends on the size of the clone.

I tried the led style but don’t think it’s necessary. Now I just 3D print a box that fits in the usps box nicely. The problem is keeping the water down in the root area with aero clones. No media to hold water for the trip like with rapid rooters or similar.

I can share files with you if you have access to a printer.

They also sell green plastic shippers cheap that’s what most vendors use.

 

[MiGrampa]

I tried a few methods. A lot depends on the size of the clone.

I tried the led style but don’t think it’s necessary. Now I just 3D print a box that fits in the usps box nicely. The problem is keeping the water down in the root area with aero clones. No media to hold water for the trip like with rapid rooters or similar.

I can share files with you if you have access to a printer.

They also sell green plastic shippers cheap that’s what most vendors use.

I have not yet purchased a 3-d printer. It's on the wish list, but not at the top.

I can check with "Grow Generation" and/or local plant nurseries to see about those little green plastic shippers. I believe I know exactly what you're talking about.

 

[Aqua Man]

Plastic pop bottles work. Just cut in half , put some damp paper towel in the bottom and place the clone inside the paper towel. Poke toothpicks through the bottle and just above the rapid rooter on each side of the stem to hold it in place and then place the top back on and tape it. You can also poke a couple small holes in the top of the bottle if you like.

Thats about the cheapest i can think of

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

Yes, bad genetics can and do carry hermaphrodite traits. From everything stated, this indeed does appear to be the case.

My question for you and the rest of the team here is - "How do we safely send clones through the mail?" Safe as in get to their destination safe and sound and without damage.

The reason for my question is I am firing up my cloner today. I already have an order from a local grower for 4 each of the following strains:

Gorilla Road Kill - "Skunk Really Works" - 70 day flower time
Dante's Inferno Tester Seeds - "GPS" - 63 day flower time
LemonGrass - "Humboldt Seed Company" - 50 day flower time

Anyway, for the cost of postage and whatever supplies are needed to ship safely, I will clone some extras to help a fellow grower in need.

Wow man!! I dunno how to even begin with expressing my gratitude towards you but saying, you rock!! This whole community has been nothing but extremely helpful!!

 

[MiGrampa]

Plastic pop bottles work. Just cut in half , put some damp paper towel in the bottom and place the clone inside the paper towel. Poke toothpicks through the bottle and rapidly rooter to hold it in place and then place the top back on and tape it. You can also poke a couple small holes in the top of the bottle if you like.

Thats about the cheapest i can think of

I like that method. Since I don't drink soda very often, I will have to see what I can dig up from those who do at work. I can also see if my stepsons can bring their bottles home.

 

[Aqua Man]

I like that method. Since I don't drink soda very often, I will have to see what I can dig up from those who do at work. I can also see if my stepsons can bring their bottles home.

Yeah super cheap and easy.

 

[Aqua Man]

Wow man!! I dunno how to even begin with expressing my gratitude towards you but saying, you rock!! This whole community has been nothing but extremely helpful!!

Best community on the planet man. It truly is

 

[Skinnypuppy80]

@MiGrampa I know nothing of these strains, they all sound wonderful. Do you have a preference on one? Are there 2 that are compatible with each other in the same tent?

 

[MiGrampa]

@MiGrampa I know nothing of these strains, they all sound wonderful. Do you have a preference on one? Are there 2 that are compatible with each other in the same tent?

Here's a picture of all 3 strains in the same tent. 3 each from left to right: Gorilla Roadkill, Dante's Inferno, LemonGrass. I don't know why they wouldn't be able to share the same space in a hydro system. They all have done fine so far in soil. The picture is recent from only a few days ago.