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    Areas to Avoid if your Moving

    Hey Everyone, I'm considering moving to Denver/Boulder, CO area. We are currently looking at homes. I've talked to a few growers there and been told to avoid Broomfield and Westminster entirely due to strict laws, negative outlooks on legal MMJ growing as a caregiver. I plan on moving and...
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    SunPulse 10k UVA/Blue Lamps for final 2 weeks of flowering???

    Hi RIU, http://www.sunpulselamps.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=2&category_id=1&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=5 Does anyone have any experience using these new SunPulse 10k Lamps? They are supposed to "UVA/Blue" lamps to use the last 2 weeks of...
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    First Grow! Sealed/Closed Room, 2400 watts, CO2, Mini-Split AC, SmartPots, Dehum!

    Hello RIU! I'm relatively new here, but have been soaking up information like a sponge since I first stumbled onto this site in hopes of figuring out how to grow marijuana. I have learned a shit load since then! :) So this is my first "REAL" grow. I did have one prior grow of one plant in a...
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    Hi End LED LIGHTING! Stealth LED vs Penetrator?

    Hi, I am considering using some LED lights to supplement the 3-400w HPS (Hortilux lamps) I'm currently using for flowering. I've been researching them and from what I have gathered, the Hydro Grow Penetrator line and the Advanced Nutrients endorsed Stealth Grow model are the best available...
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    Reptile UV-B lamps to increase THC production...

    Hi, I have been reading Ed Rosenthal's new book that came out this spring, the Marijuana Grower's Handbook (official Oaksterdam course book..heh)...
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    Demhumidifier recommendation for small sealed room??

    Hi, So I have a small basement room about 5' Wide by 15' Long. 10' ceilings. Running sealed room. First attempt at growing. Need advice/recommendation for a solid, quality dehumidifier, probably 50 or 60 pints/day. Was reading Amazon and the fridigdaire's seem to be top picks, but...
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    Atami's Bloombastic?

    Anyone on here use Bloombastic for flowering? Don't know much about it, but a friend told me it was awesome and the only thing you'd need. Comments or opinions? Thanks!
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    I think its female, need your opinion to be sure! (First grow, first plant).. +REP!!

    Hey everyone! So this is my first attempt, first plant. Ghetto UPS wardrobe box setup. Waiting on real room to be finished still...ugh I hate contractors. :( Anyhow, my baby is almost 7 weeks old. Grown from random KB bag seed...indica strain definitely. Been watching for pre-flowers...
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    question about state of CA MMJ license IDs..

    Hi, I do NOT live in California. With that said, I am interested in obtaining a medical marijuana license, the state ID one, from the state of California for my personal grow in another state. I realize this will be legally void, but believe there is legal precedent for one state to respect...
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    AC died on hot summer day, will plant be okay?

    So I'm still using my ghetto macGuyvere'd UPS wardrobe box with mylar, humidifier, CFL lighting, etc. I have my first plant, first grow. Everything was going perfectly until yesterday. AC died. Worst time of year possible. Currently temps are averaging 98F with high humidity. My baby...
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    Reflector Heat Shield coverings for lights..worth it or not?

    Hi, So I am considering using these on the 400w Cool Sun 6" air cooled lights I have (3 in veg, 3 in flower -- room is still in construction atm). Are they worth the $60 each? With 6 lights, that'd be $360 for the set of em, and I'm trying to decide if I really need them or not. I will have...
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    Hi-Yield Lime vs. Dolomite Lime???

    Hi, I have a simple question...I wanted to add some lime to my Fox Farms Ocean Forest soil for my grow to help stabilize my pH. I looked all over town and ended up getting a bag of "Hi-Yield" brand garden lime in the green bag (powdered lime). The guy at the store said its the same thing as...
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    just topped my first plant in first grow (pics!)

    Hi, So I have a ghetto MacGuyver UPS wardrobe cab lined with mylar with a humidifier pointing at the opening. Digital temp and humidistat averages about 77F and 55% rH. 18/6 light schedule for vegging. Plant is 1 month old. Grown from random KB bag seed under 6 Energy Saving 6500k cool...
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    what time of day to top your plant?

    Hi, I'm about to top my first plant on my first grow. Should I do it at lights on in the morning or at lights off in the evening or does it even matter? Thanks, X
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    Attitude order shows in Jamaica, NY instead of ISC NYC, NY (like last time)

    Ok so I ordered from attitude for the quad thunder deal, no guaranteed shipping, came through fine to midwest US in about 8-9 days last time. Didn't have to sign for it (it was a small order, so I didn't do the guaranteed shipping). It was just left in my mailbox and came through 100% fine! :)...
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    Ordering 30 seeds of one strain to start crop... Which strain?

    Hi, So ive decided to order 30 seeds of one type from attitude seeds. I want to use this to start a full crop. Problem is, not sure what strain!! I wajt something small to medium in height. More bushy than tall. Indoor strain. Opinions and comments appreciated Thinking about...
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    HVAC design for basement..HELP!

    Hi, I have questions about HVAC design for my basement grow room we are currently in construction on...can you confirm for me that this is the correct way to do things? I want: 1) AC system with humidity controls, and 2) proper ventilation for my air cooled reflectors and properly exhausting...
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    just placed my order for equipment..

    So I finally figured out what all I need for my room setup and have been planning it out for the last 2 weeks...today I placed the order for the equipment at a local shop. Basically I've got a basement with 2 segregated rooms seperated by a doorway for about 16.5' L x 4.5' W x 10' H. 742.5 cubic...
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    are light "hot start" controllers necessary?

    Hi, I'm in the process of designing my room setup. Electrician coming and I'm wondering whether I need a light "hot start" type controller to prevent the HID lights (4 of them) from losing power and then starting back up while hot without the 15 min cooldown period that is supposed to keep...
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    what number of plants in 3x6?

    Hi, So I'm in the process of designing my room and have decided I will be using 3' W x 6' L trays to hold my flower and veg plants. I will plant them in Fox Farms soils and hope to flower them in 3 or 5 gallon smart pots. I have a 2 room setup with a veg/clone room and a flower room with a 3'...
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