Indoor Growing — Page 2
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one plant trained right beats three untrained every time
running a 2x2 closet for a few years now and the biggest mistake i see people make is cramming in too many plants thinking more plants equals more yield. it doesn't. not in a…
quick perpetual update, chop and pop this week
just pulled a blueberry cheese auto yesterday after 78 days from sprout. she went a little longer than i expected but the extra week was worth it, trichs were mostly cloudy with…
Week 4 DWC update, chasing a calcium lockout
Running a Blue Dream pheno I've been holding onto for two runs now, currently day 28 of veg in a 4-bucket DWC setup under a 630w CMH with an HLG 100 for side fill. Reservoir…
Week 5 DWC update, cal-mag issue creeping in
Running 4 Zkittlez plants in a recirculating DWC setup, 4x4 tent, 600w HPS with a 200w Samsung QB supplementing the canopy edges. Reservoir is sitting at 68F, pH locked at 5.9,…
Week 4 DWC update, chasing a calcium deficiency
Running a 4-plant DWC recirculating system in my 4x4 right now, week 4 of veg on some Zkittlez. Plants are sitting at 1.8 EC (roughly 900 ppm on the 500 scale), pH held at 5.9,…
perpetual rotation update, week whatever it is now
just chopped the Dwarf Low Flyer last night and man she came in heavier than expected for how short she ran. 38 days from sprout to chop basically, little beast. dry weight still…
one plant trained wide beats two plants crowded
running a 2x2 for a couple years now and the biggest mistake i made early on was trying to squeeze two plants in there. more plants means more canopy, more canopy means more…
Week 4 DWC update, running into some clawing
Running a 4-bucket DWC setup in a 4x4, currently day 28 from flip. Strain is Gorilla Glue Auto, been in the tent since late October. Lights are a 600w HPS paired with a 200w…
one plant trained right beats three untrained every time
running a 2x2 closet for a while now and the biggest lesson was plant count. less plants means less smell surface area, easier to manage the canopy, and way better airflow around…
Week 6 scrog update, net finally filling in
Dropped the screen at about 10 inches above the canopy six weeks ago and i've been running four plants under a 3x3 net. Started with two topped plants on each side and let the…
Week 6 flower update, tent smelling incredible
Popping in with a quick update on my no-till run. Eight plants, day 42 of flower, and honestly the resin development on my Mimosa and two Garlic Breath phenos is blowing me away…
Scrog net sitting at about 65% right now
Week 6 of veg and the net is starting to look real promising. Running a 60x60cm net at 40cm height above the fabric pots, two plants underneath, both topped at node 5. Right now…
Managing heat in summer grows — my tent hits 90°F
Summer is here and my tent temperature is hitting 88-92°F during the day even with the exhaust fan maxed out. AC for the room isn't an option budget-wise. What are my options?
Best timers and controllers for grow tents
Looking at smart plugs, mechanical timers, and full tent controllers. What's the best option for controlling lights, fans, and monitoring environment? Is something like AC…
My 2x2 tent setup for beginners – everything you need (under $300)
Lots of beginners ask about setup costs, so here's my complete 2x2 budget build: **The Essentials:** - 2x2x4 tent: $60 (Amazon basics work fine) - Mars Hydro TS1000: $80 (enough…
LED Grow Light Comparison 2026 – Which lights actually work?
I've tested 30+ LED panels over the years. Here's my honest ranking for 2026: **Budget Tier ($100-200):** - Mars Hydro TS1000 — best bang for buck, good for 2x2 - Spider Farmer…
VPD chart for cannabis – the secret to faster growth
If you want to level up your growing, learn VPD (Vapor Pressure Deficit). It's the relationship between temperature and humidity that controls how fast your plant transpires.…
LST (Low Stress Training) guide for bigger cannabis yields
LST is the #1 technique beginners should learn. It's easy, free, and can double your yield. **What is LST?** Bending and tying down branches to create an even, flat canopy. This…
Ideal humidity levels for each grow stage
Can someone break down the ideal humidity for each stage? I keep seeing different numbers online. Currently running 65% throughout and wondering if I should adjust.
Grow tent vs grow room — pros and cons of each
I have a spare bedroom I could convert to a grow room OR I could put tents in there. What are the pros and cons of each approach? Is a dedicated room better than tents?