Hey! What’s the biggest mistake a new cannabis grower can make?
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Water too much or harvest too early.
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How do you avoid harvesting too early? What do you specifically look for?
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First off I’ll watch the pistils to see how they change / colour / recede.
When about 70% of them have receded then I’ll get my loupe and start checking the trichomes for cloudy. I look for mostly cloudy with approx 10-15% amber.
I find if I let them go much further than the 15% then I get couch lock weed and can’t get anything done.
Some like a bit more amber. Some prefer a bit less.
Depends a bit on the strain and the users desired effects.
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I think the biggest problem new growers have is over enthusiasm. Too much nutrient and water. I think the biggest lesson is have patience is use the principle less is more. Less water or less frequent waterings - roots will stretch and have access to more air.
Another thing is doing a proper “business” plan with your grow setup. I see lots of people starting off and spending alot more bucks than they initially intended. Writing a plan that includes your setup and operating costs. Even a small tent with LED’s can cost over $2000 so unless you have an unlimited cashflow budgeting is a good idea.
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