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[Cannoisseuras]

Livetoskate you use mammoth p rite

 

[Skybound]

It amazes me that every other celestial body in the night sky is spherical, yet we somehow managed to dodge that bullet. It's amazing what one can do with tin foil!

 

[Slowpuffer]

I decided to shut her down for a few months. It seems like the bugs would have a field day during the summer...where I live anyway. And I even have central a/c. I have pets that insist I open and close the backdoor 900 x's a day which would provide a free taxi ride for 900 different bugs right to the grow. So I'm on summer break. Just not sure how long I can hold out! Lol

OK, that long enough, now dunk some seeds ?

 

[Regi254]

OK, that long enough, now dunk some seeds ?

Haha I know right! I could since I got a new tent, which is still in the box. But that would take care of the "summertime" pest issue.

 

[KingJoe83]

Haha I know right! I could since I got a new tent, which is still in the box. But that would take care of the "summertime" pest issue.

Grow put a journal together..

 

[Furcifer]

Hey, I have a major pest problem in my stash closet.

I would appreciate it if anyone might have a noninvasive way to get rid of them.

I'm truly am worried.....they are strange little buggers....

Thanks bro, haha haha nasty bugs!

 

[Pennywise]

Seed eating little bugger aint he?!

 

[Furcifer]

Worst than MICE! Oh oh,

 

[KingJoe83]

Notbthe ganga mouse

 

[Pennywise]

Watch em Joe they have 3 eyes.

 

[TokM0n]

Did not see this thread till after I started one for my question. Can you use a Himalayan salt lamp in your grow tent/space as a natural negative ion generator?

 

[Regi254]

Heavy load devices add up on the bill. Anything that uses a compressor such as a chiller, dehumidifier, refrigerators all use a lot of energy on a continuous basis. Things with motors also draw a lot, such as washers and dryers. These are just typical devices in common homes, but when we add a grow, there is usually a noticeable spike is watts consumed. If the EC calls to ask why, tell them you own an air compressor and a welder. Two very common tools that consume lot of juice. This will help offset some of the EC's concerns. Still though, most newish homes in the US have a minimum of 120 amps of available current draw, but really new home are going up to 150 amp and 200 amp service entrances. The reason I know this, is because the old ass house I live in only has a 60 amp power panel. This means I can only draw 60 amps of current at any given moment in time. 120 volts times 60 amps gives me a grand total of 7200 watts of power that is available to my house which is down right horrible according to today's standards. When trying to manage the electrical needs and also fit a 1200watt HID grow into the equation was a bit tricky, but I was able to do it once I chucked my electric stove and got me a gas stove.

Edit - HERE's a good read that explains much better the difference between 110V and 220V (aka 120/240).

I never really thought about electricity consumption..once again it's much more than a few seeds and some dirt. I have learned so many new things about life from my grow adventure. I now know my tap water is acidic, my house is humid as hell INSIDE and where fruit bugs come from. My brain is going into shock. Haha!! I'm loving this. Then there is the electric bill at 85% higher stamped across it. Damn. I fixed the water, the inside humidity level and pesty little bugs but I don't know about the electricity problem. That is beyond my control..I have some studying to do.

Thank you so very much Sky bound! This information is really important. And silly me thinking if I go with CFL''s and a LED set up my electricity bill wouldn't change so much.

I started growing because I have insomnia. I can't take sleeping pills..I don't like pharmaceuticals and when I realized I could make my own meds I dove in. Two grows in and discover it may be cheaper to buy it. But from all the things I have learned I don't think I have the nerve to buy it off the streets.

Thank you again. I love this forum. You all are full of much knowledge. I couldn't have done this without all of you. .

 

[Justwannagrow]

911 In Plane Site - The truth Behind 9-11 - YouTube

 

[Justwannagrow]

that's why they tried to stop us smoking back when Nixon was in office, people started actually thinking and protesting. Nice to see some in here are awake. And to the others your untitled to your opinion but don't critiisize something you haven't even took 5 mins to research yourself.

 

[BahstahnBud]

Roughly 6 weeks from seed, grown in oceans forest soil, topped them a few days ago, haven't nuted them yet because they've suffered some root bound/ nute burn issues but was wondering if I could start now. Planning on using the fox farm trio

 

[gonemad]

Too much water or too much light/heat, if there is too much light/heat the leaves will droop away from the light source. What are you growing in soil or coco?

Thanks for reply. It's odd as it's the only one that did it .

 

[gonemad]

911 In Plane Site - The truth Behind 9-11 - YouTube

Interesting documentary. I have a few of them. Loose change being another good one.

 

[worldgrow]

Can someone please help a first time grower and tell me if this plant looks over or under watered

I have not watered in 3 days and soil still feels wet so i am thinking the 20% vermaculite in the soil is holding to much water .Thank you for any advice

 

[KingJoe83]

Can someone please help a first time grower and tell me if this plant looks over or under watered

I have not watered in 3 days and soil still feels wet so i am thinking the 20% vermaculite in the soil is holding to much water .Thank you for any advice

Not sure about soil. Coco is watr everyday.. hmm sorry but if its neen three days and still wet maybe uo more ventilation in there. Hrlp it dry out faster maybf raise pots off floor to allow even air fkow drying. Sorry im sure soneone will jump in soon.

 

[KingJoe83]

Not sure about soil. Coco is watr everyday.. hmm sorry but if its neen three days and still wet maybe uo more ventilation in there. Hrlp it dry out faster maybf raise pots off floor to allow even air fkow drying. Sorry im sure soneone will jump in soon.

Also sonetimes ot might be wet up top but make sure it does dry out at bottom so roots fight to look for water source. Akso i dont see alot of drooping yet if it os dropping and it's been a few days then chances are it needs s drink.