Hempy Advice

Hi Guys!

First timer grower. I have decided to start with the hempy method. I have combed through the forums and Google search, but given the fact that so many variables can effect and alter information, I thought it might be wiser to ask you guys directly.

I am looking for help regarding a feeding schedule and ratios for each growth stage using GH Flora Trio. It’s what I have on hand, but if you guys are adamant about another line, I’m open to ordering something different. Also, what additives (if any) should I purchase and when to use them? I also have cal mag on hand for future rdwc once I am more experienced.

I will be using 5 gallon hempy buckets with 3:1 perlite/vermiculite. I also have hydroton that I was considering placing over the top of the perlite to help prevent algae.

Growing in a 4x4 tent with 2 leds rated at 240w each with cree. I would also appreciate any suggestions for additional lighting in flower if needed! Additionally, I have a 2 bulb t5. I am unsure whether to use it for seedlings or just put them under one 240w while they’re little and decrease the distance from the light gradually

I am starting with a bag seed and a blue dream auto. Considering adding a candy kush express a couple weeks after the auto starts so it can veg while the auto finishes with 18/6. I tried to match heights and flower times as closely as possible when choosing. Any corrections or suggestions on that are also welcome!

So, to recap since I tend to write too much... lol... I’m looking for a feeding schedule and ratios for seedlings, veg, and flower using GH trio. Any suggestions for supplements and/or additives. And also, what ppm am I aiming for for each stage? Do I feed each time or alternate with pHed water?

If you guys could direct me to any good grow journals using 5 gallon hempies with leds, that would be great. I’m unsure how much things vary based on tent size, lighting, and growing medium (such as my chosen mix versus perlite/coco etc) and I haven’t had any luck find a journal that has my same set up.

Lmk if I need to provide any other info!
Many thanks!

A couple of additional questions if anyone wouldn’t mind helping!

When to start feeding with nutes? I’ve read a lot of conflicting info on this! Water for first couple of weeks, water until 2nd set of leaves emerge, or reduced feed as soon as the seed sprouts?

Also, I’m having a difficult time with EC. My meter reads 91 us/mc for my tap water, yet I’ve only seen references to EC readings that are low decimals (such as 0.1 etc). What am I doing wrong? Is there a conversion method? Or do I just focus on ppm and not worry with ec? Link below to my meter if that helps.

Digital TDS-Meter, Accurate and Reliable, HoneForest TDS, EC & Temp Meter 3 in 1, 0-9990ppm, Ideal Water-Tester-PPM-Meter(Green) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CWDVJY9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_E4eMEb8RFFPAT

And I’ve seen references to using 10 gallon buckets. I’m aiming to grow 2ish plants each grow under scrog. Photos for scrog, not the auto.
Should I use 10 gallon instead of 5 gallon for better yields?

Thanks guys!

5 Gallon should be more than enough with this method. I grew a tree of a hempy outside in a 5 Gal bucket mate.

As for nutrients, 1/4 strength after a week of sprouting should be fine. No more though.

I personally use coco in my hempy grows. (Perlite in bottom.)

Dont over think it man. I would worry about pH before ppm. Just feed weaker than recommend volume wise. Less is more. You can increase nutrients a bit if needed.

Hope this helps.

I think your EC is reading .091

Hi Dyar,

Well said Funt, I’d you keep the ph and watering consistently you won’t have a problem! It’s very hard to stuff up which is why I love the hempy method so much!
I use this formula (called Lucas formula)

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I try and keep ppm (etc) down the first 2 weeks then gradually week by week increase the feed strength until the plant will tell me to calm it!
Best of luck with it

FOR LED buy this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TYRQGP1/ref=dp_prsubs_3

5 Gallon is pretty big for indoor growing and not needed. You can get by with 1 gallon or 3 gallon instead.

agreed. 10L-12L buckets are more than enough for indoors, can grow massive massive plants still if you wish


I Don't alternate with water, i keep feeding all the way until last week where i use water.

peace

I hit them full strength right away, I run strong lighting, feed the light feed the food, right from planting, if your light on the lighting you'll need to go light on food..I run 16 litre buckets and pull minumum 8oz usually about 12, I suggest container to plant size, shoot for 2 waterings a day, nutrients don't really matter, I can do the same with whatever food, I'd rock mariclegrow if that's all I had.