Trichomes & Harvesting

[k0ijn]

Awesome thread. Got 5-6 wks left before harvest and the info I've gained from taking the time to read this is brilliant.

Major rep to you koijn.

I'll try and get some decent pics up in a few wks so ya can see where I'm at.

I'm glad you found it helpful.

Remember to use a loupe, (USB) microscope or a high MP camera to take the images.

 

[chrisuuu]

i looked through a telescop thing and i could see that the tricomes are cloudy n i saw a few amber ones n idk when to cut it

 

[k0ijn]

View attachment 2342379i looked through a telescop thing and i could see that the tricomes are cloudy n i saw a few amber ones n idk when to cut it

Buds look small-ish and the pistils have not receded into the calyx.
I would say at least another week, if not more.

 

[chrisuuu]

alright thanks n the leaves are starting to turn purple but im pretty sure that from it starting to get cold cause ive been growing it outside n this is my first grow so hopefully it comes out good. also i spotted the first hair in flowering exactly 77days ago

 

[Nightbird]

I know it's harvest time pretty soon for this one but looking for other opinions. Nature is killing me! Grape Ape. Outdoor. Central Valley, CA. Appreciate any input. Thank you!!

 

[k0ijn]

I know it's harvest time pretty soon for this one but looking for other opinions. Nature is killing me! Grape Ape. Outdoor. Central Valley, CA. View attachment 2343836Appreciate any input. Thank you!!

Need more information.

How are the trichomes looking?
How long has the plant been flowering for?
Any chance of a side view picture of the calyxes?

 

[Nightbird]

Need more information.

How are the trichomes looking?
How long has the plant been flowering for?
Any chance of a side view picture of the calyxes?

Here's a couple more pics from different camaras. Can't get focused on closeups for some reason. Trichomes are probably 20 to 30% amber but I still have ALOT of clear ones. Top leaves curling up and buds seem to be pulling into themselves...sorry. Can't think of how to describe it exactly. Pics don't appear that way so much but I see it. I'm afraid I don't know how long they've been flowering. Mid - end July? Haven't done this in awhile and not many times so consider me semi-clueless (but I have been reading alot-wish I would have done so sooner!) Thank you!

 

[abuilder]

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I quit nutes over a week ago in my flowering time. Barney's LSD and Violator Kush..2 of each. 60 days veg under one 600wMh and now day 57 in flower (600w hps)..trichs are mostly all cloudy as of the past 2-3 day..no amber..I'm thinking 60-70 days is about right. Did I fug up by quitting the nutes....using straight rainwater now the past week+
Was using all FF nutes to their schedule..you read so many different things from respected growers that you just never really know till you do it...well..guess I'll letcha know how it goes with probably two weeks of no nutes..next time I'm doing the nutes longer...ugh..Still looks pretty good I have to say! How long is your guesstimates? Been a long time-a-comin'!
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[k0ijn]

Here's a couple more pics from different camaras. Can't get focused on closeups for some reason. Trichomes are probably 20 to 30% amber but I still have ALOT of clear ones. Top leaves curling up and buds seem to be pulling into themselves...sorry. Can't think of how to describe it exactly. Pics don't appear that way so much but I see it. I'm afraid I don't know how long they've been flowering. Mid - end July? Haven't done this in awhile and not many times so consider me semi-clueless (but I have been reading alot-wish I would have done so sooner!) Thank you!

Based on that information I would give it at least two more weeks (depending on trichome development).
Just keep an eye on the trichomes (with a loupe or microscope or powerful camera).

 

[k0ijn]

☚☚☜☜☜Lights on..kinda arty

I quit nutes over a week ago in my flowering time. Barney's LSD and Violator Kush..2 of each. 60 days veg under one 600wMh and now day 57 in flower (600w hps)..trichs are mostly all cloudy as of the past 2-3 day..no amber..I'm thinking 60-70 days is about right. Did I fug up by quitting the nutes....using straight rainwater now the past week+
Was using all FF nutes to their schedule..you read so many different things from respected growers that you just never really know till you do it...well..guess I'll letcha know how it goes with probably two weeks of no nutes..next time I'm doing the nutes longer...ugh..Still looks pretty good I have to say! How long is your guesstimates? Been a long time-a-comin'!
Day 57 Photos with Lights out☞☞☞☛☛

At least another 2 weeks.
Pistils have not receded and the buds look small-ish.

If you want maximum production (and maximum harvest) then you did 'fug' up by quitting feeding.
Stopping feeding the plants in the most important stage of growth (late bloom) will lead to deficiency and reduce the production efficiency of the plant.
Plants don't store nutrients the way many people think they do, which is the main factor regarding the misunderstanding of the "pre-harvest flushing" myth.

It's up to you to do what you want, I'm just letting you know what is best for the plant.

Let the plants bloom until you see amber trichomes, then judge how the pistils are looking relative to the calyxes.
Or wait a few weeks and post some new pictures

 

[abuilder]

At least another 2 weeks.
Pistils have not receded and the buds look small-ish.

If you want maximum production (and maximum harvest) then you did 'fug' up by quitting feeding.
Stopping feeding the plants in the most important stage of growth (late bloom) will lead to deficiency and reduce the production efficiency of the plant.
Plants don't store nutrients the way many people think they do, which is the main factor regarding the misunderstanding of the "pre-harvest flushing" myth.

It's up to you to do what you want, I'm just letting you know what is best for the plant.

Let the plants bloom until you see amber trichomes, then judge how the pistils are looking relative to the calyxes.
Or wait a few weeks and post some new pictures

So do you think it's ok to start feeding them "again" even though I stopped? will that shock them?
I was using FF Tiger Bloom and Big Bloom..and the ChaChing and Beastie Bloomz every other watering...

 

[perdrick l. hapley]

hey i'm on my second grow here and finally just got a good enough magnifying glass to take decent macros with on my phone. this is a blueberry hybrid (not sure with what, definitely an indica dom strain) that's been in flowering for 26 days. i started this girl from bagseed, so i'm really thankful the blueberry smell is so powerful otherwise i wouldn't have a clue as to strain. anyway, i was wondering based on these pics if any experienced growers could give me a ballpark estimate as to when it would be done. obviously i dont expect anything too exact but it looks to me like it should be closer to 4 more weeks rather than 6 or 7 more, as i already see some clouding up around the plant. also any advice would help, still a nub.

 

[mugsyy]

hi this my 1st grow the other day i looked at the trichomes and i sa about 3 amber , next day i saw about 10 that not worrying me it the trichomes that have broken heads thats worrying me am on my 10 week flowering it a sativa but i dont know what strain it is, does this mean the trichomes are degrading ((.

 

[abuilder]

hi this my 1st grow the other day i looked at the trichomes and i sa about 3 amber , next day i saw about 10 that not worrying me it the trichomes that have broken heads thats worrying me am on my 10 week flowering it a sativa but i dont know what strain it is, does this mean the trichomes are degrading ((.

soundz like chop time is past due bro...get to it!

 

[mugsyy]

cheers m8, i havent even flushed them yet am using organic what shall i do m8 ? should i flush them and put them in darkness for 48hrs or just chop it now ?

 

[abuilder]

cheers m8, i havent even flushed them yet am using organic what shall i do m8 ? should i flush them and put them in darkness for 48hrs or just chop it now ?

I've heard some very respected growers say they don't bother to stop the nutes at all right up to harvest and others say one week..others say two...
If I were in your situation I'd probably give it one or two more heavy waterings to wash out what you can...then chop when that dries out. Whats two more days at this point? The rap about putting the plants in the dark some think is just a myth..no one really knows is how it appears to me but I do it cause it can't hurt. I do it on my last watering....water than let it go dark for 24+ hours...then in the morning chop..I'd just be sure the soil was pretty dry so your trimming goes a bit easier...jmo man As long as your trichs are getting amber you know it's past due so....others may weigh in differently...good luck brutha!

 

[mugsyy]

I've heard some very respected growers say they don't bother to stop the nutes at all right up to harvest and others say one week..others say two...
If I were in your situation I'd probably give it one or two more heavy waterings to wash out what you can...then chop when that dries out. Whats two more days at this point? The rap about putting the plants in the dark some think is just a myth..no one really knows is how it appears to me but I do it cause it can't hurt. I do it on my last watering....water than let it go dark for 24+ hours...then in the morning chop..I'd just be sure the soil was pretty dry so your trimming goes a bit easier...jmo man As long as your trichs are getting amber you know it's past due so....others may weigh in differently...good luck brutha!

1st thing m8 u been a great help and thanks. see i have heard amber is bad then i have read this

 

[abuilder]

1st thing m8 u been a great help and thanks. see i have heard amber is bad then i have read this View attachment 2345490

yeh well...amber means it's degrading fast...plus that couch lock is more like drugged than being high...I personally don't wanna be knocked on my ass unless I really have a bad medical condition that has me in lots of pain which I don't.
I like to just feel nice and high of varying plateaus ...just not melting into the floor. I'll save that for shrooms....lol. I got Barney's LSD ready to harvest in a week or two so that should hold me over on a new plateau for a spell...HA!
I'm waiting for the trichs to just get to one or two amber and then I'll water and go dark for 24 hours and chop in the morning...after I say a prayer over them first......ha

 

[k0ijn]

So do you think it's ok to start feeding them "again" even though I stopped? will that shock them?
I was using FF Tiger Bloom and Big Bloom..and the ChaChing and Beastie Bloomz every other watering...

It won't shock them.
Just don't feed substantially more than you did before.

 

[k0ijn]

hey i'm on my second grow here and finally just got a good enough magnifying glass to take decent macros with on my phone. this is a blueberry hybrid (not sure with what, definitely an indica dom strain) that's been in flowering for 26 days. i started this girl from bagseed, so i'm really thankful the blueberry smell is so powerful otherwise i wouldn't have a clue as to strain. anyway, i was wondering based on these pics if any experienced growers could give me a ballpark estimate as to when it would be done. obviously i dont expect anything too exact but it looks to me like it should be closer to 4 more weeks rather than 6 or 7 more, as i already see some clouding up around the plant. also any advice would help, still a nub.

Anything from 4-6 weeks depending on your setup and a lot of variables.

Do you have a loupe or a microscope?
They could help you determine the state of the trichomes.