hey guys is this ready to harvest you think???

Great

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DSCN0975[1].jpgDSCN0974[1].jpgDSCN0977[1].jpgDSCN0979[1].jpgDSCN0976[2].jpgDSCN0978[1].jpg i was using a 100 watt cfl for veg and now im using a 250 watt cfl this is my first grow so yeah don't hate too much on me i know my next one will be better but i was wondering how long you guys think ill need til i should harvest this? thankS!
 

grower215

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get a 60x scope from radio shack (if you dont already have one) the trics should be 80-90% cloudy in color...
 
Dude you really need to make sure your pictures are focused properly when you ask for ETAs for optimal harvest time, I can't see the buds in detail.

As far as determining optimum ripeness, I find the condition of the trichomes a much less consistent indicator than simply looking at the buds and observing whether the pistils have receded partially into their swollen calyxs. There is reason behind this. I refer you to these comparisons: https://www.rollitup.org/harvesting-curing/28072-harvest-time-tutorial.html
 

Great

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what nutes u using? get the cfl as close as possible
using foxfarm nutes cfl is on a reflector 250 watt one is taller than the other so i can't get it too close to the smaller one but yeah i try to get it as close as i can
 

Great

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Dude you really need to make sure your pictures are focused properly when you ask for ETAs for optimal harvest time, I can't see the buds in detail.

As far as determining optimum ripeness, I find the condition of the trichomes a much less consistent indicator than simply looking at the buds and observing whether the pistils have receded partially into their swollen calyxs. There is reason behind this. I refer you to these comparisons: https://www.rollitup.org/harvesting-curing/28072-harvest-time-tutorial.html
alright thanks ill check this out!
 

DeeTee

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Looks pritty close, but like others said need sharper pics. could be ready in 1 week or so check the trichs as sugested.
 

bombasticson

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I see you cut fan leaves thinking this would let light get to the lower buds a newbie mistake... I did the same thing on my first 3 grows, you'll get more bud if you leave your fan leaves on :)
 

greenlikemoney

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If you have a Nothern Hydraulics store nearby, go there and buy a "jewelers loupe". It attaches to a pair of glasses ( if you don't wear glasses, go to the Dollar Tree and buy a $1 pair of clear glass glasses). The loupe costs $3 and is far less hassle than that damn Radio Shack contraption.

As for your plants, without seeing trichs I would also say 1 week, possibly 2. But you did great for a first grow, next grow top your plants above the 2nd true set of leaves AFTER there are 5 sets of true leaves. Shorter plants and 4 nice colas, not just one.

Carry on soldier !!!!!
 

Great

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I see you cut fan leaves thinking this would let light get to the lower buds a newbie mistake... I did the same thing on my first 3 grows, you'll get more bud if you leave your fan leaves on :)
i fucked up and never sprayed the fan leaves i always let them just droop out and die cuz i figured the soil is wet so it must be normal that they just wither and die and i learned that you need to mist when they are droopy won't happen agian!
 

Great

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If you have a Nothern Hydraulics store nearby, go there and buy a "jewelers loupe". It attaches to a pair of glasses ( if you don't wear glasses, go to the Dollar Tree and buy a $1 pair of clear glass glasses). The loupe costs $3 and is far less hassle than that damn Radio Shack contraption.

As for your plants, without seeing trichs I would also say 1 week, possibly 2. But you did great for a first grow, next grow top your plants above the 2nd true set of leaves AFTER there are 5 sets of true leaves. Shorter plants and 4 nice colas, not just one.

Carry on soldier !!!!!
that is a great idea thanks for that i will look that up!
 
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