Bongmaster Bud
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just trying to figure out which ones best for veg state, or if it should be a continuum, like starting with 24 then going to 20-4, then 18-6 and if so when to change to each
24-0, 20-4, 18-6 which one
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209 Cali C.G
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What's best for the grower!Try 18/6 then 20/4 then 24/0 see which one works for you.
I ran 18/6 for 4 weeks then switch to 20/4.
I do see my plant growing a little faster.I bumped up the time because I'm getting ready to flower soon.
I ran 18/6 for 4 weeks then switch to 20/4.
I do see my plant growing a little faster.I bumped up the time because I'm getting ready to flower soon.
Fuzzy Duck
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Light
Light can be natural (outdoor growing) or artificial (indoor growing).
When artificial light is used, from the germination until the flowering stage, the plant typically remains under a regime of 16—20 hours of light and 4—8 hours of darkness, although the plant can use a full 24 hours of light without harm. It is worth noting that there is an ongoing debate over the importance of the "Dark Period". It has been proven that, when subjected to a regimen of constant light without a dark period, most types of flora, including Cannabis, will begin to show signs of decreased photosynthetic response, as well as lack of vigor, and an overall decrease in vascular development. There is no defined "flowering stage", unless you are discussing an auto-flowering variety. Typically, flowering is induced by changing the light schedule to 12/12, or 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness. Flowering in cannabis is triggered by a hormonal reaction within the plant that is set on by an increase in its dark cycle. In other words, a plant needs sufficient prolonged darkness for calyx development(flowering) to begin. Sativa generally takes as little as 8 hours of dark to begin flowering, whereas Indica can take up to 13.
Light can be natural (outdoor growing) or artificial (indoor growing).
When artificial light is used, from the germination until the flowering stage, the plant typically remains under a regime of 16—20 hours of light and 4—8 hours of darkness, although the plant can use a full 24 hours of light without harm. It is worth noting that there is an ongoing debate over the importance of the "Dark Period". It has been proven that, when subjected to a regimen of constant light without a dark period, most types of flora, including Cannabis, will begin to show signs of decreased photosynthetic response, as well as lack of vigor, and an overall decrease in vascular development. There is no defined "flowering stage", unless you are discussing an auto-flowering variety. Typically, flowering is induced by changing the light schedule to 12/12, or 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness. Flowering in cannabis is triggered by a hormonal reaction within the plant that is set on by an increase in its dark cycle. In other words, a plant needs sufficient prolonged darkness for calyx development(flowering) to begin. Sativa generally takes as little as 8 hours of dark to begin flowering, whereas Indica can take up to 13.
The General
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I have great results with 16/8. If you want a good read check this out. The Gas Lantern Routine for Growing Cannabis
When in Veg I run at 18/6 I think that the dark period actually provides for a plant that is healthier.
I like 20/4
