Doc Bud's High Brix Q&A With Pictures

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Cannatard said:
10'x10'x36" deep would give you the giant monsters that im sure would outgrow your house
3'x3'x24" deep would be more what you're looking to do.
I'd go with cloth pots and wrap em in white plastic. That galvanized metal will definitely heat up and keep that heat trapped for a lot longer. I don't know if the microherd will stand it, even with circulation! Youd definitely need ac in the summer. I built a smaller greenhouse and it was crazy hot, even with all the mitigations in place
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Thanks for the advice, I've got to look for the best place to start posting photos of the greenhouse progress... even with the snow falling I can still get structural stuff built in the garage. I ran 4 mini tents into late November with a fan pulling air out of one side of each during the summer... they got hot but manageable because the greenhouse is hit by the morning sun then towards the mid-afternoon it's shaded a bit by trees. My buddy is an HVAC guy, he's been helping me build... if I've gotta seek cooling I'll talk to him. We modified an a window AC unit with a bigger coil and overcharged it with coolant... turned a wood box into a game meat freezer. I'm sure we'll figure out cheap A/C
 
Doc, Thanks for the feedback! Your recent pics look great, as always

Are pics 2 & 4 Lemon Paki? I sure am missing it! I think you need to share the love. You know, kinda like the Johnny Appleseed of Cannabis! Spread that love all over the country!

A bit tardy, but thanks again for all you do! Wishing you and your family the best for 2017 and beyond!
 
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medmanmike said:
Are these half-tubes galvanized? If so, I would question growing something in them that I'm going to consume. Just saying.
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Definitely not the first to bring up that angle and quick research still leaves a small mixed answer...

'Over time, compounds used in the galvanizing process will leach from galvanized metal into surrounding soil. Climate and soil conditions such as moisture and salinity affect the rate and the amount of leaching. While the by-products of corrosion are unlikely to occur in amounts that pose any risk to human or plant health, gardeners who are considering growing in galvanized containers or metal-framed beds should be aware of the potential for zinc and other materials to transfer into the soil'

Summary being eventually it will leach, how fast is determined by conditions. I guess there can also be chromium and lead present in small amounts. I liked these for the simplicity. I'm already working with a lot of wood and may just make some quick beds out of leveled stakes and 2x4s
 
DrZiggy said:
bumble, you starting a HB journal of your GC? let us know :)
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Not sure if I'll run a separate one for the GC. I probably just run the same one with the HB addition. Plus,after these 2 autos finish, I'll be running nothing but DBHBB at the Hive. No time for fudging around, let's go penthouse from here on out! Besides, You know how we roll... With both hands!!.

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Peaceful blazing
 
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FuzzyGreen said:
Definitely not the first to bring up that angle and quick research still leaves a small mixed answer...

'Over time, compounds used in the galvanizing process will leach from galvanized metal into surrounding soil. Climate and soil conditions such as moisture and salinity affect the rate and the amount of leaching. While the by-products of corrosion are unlikely to occur in amounts that pose any risk to human or plant health, gardeners who are considering growing in galvanized containers or metal-framed beds should be aware of the potential for zinc and other materials to transfer into the soil'

Summary being eventually it will leach, how fast is determined by conditions. I guess there can also be chromium and lead present in small amounts. I liked these for the simplicity. I'm already working with a lot of wood and may just make some quick beds out of leveled stakes and 2x4s
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We just made a trough out of 2x4s and the heaviest landscaping material we could find that was non woven. It was the best for plant life it said. Built to hold one bale of soil and EWC.

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Just for thought. :thumb:
 
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Hope the Felt holds after Soil, Water & Plant Weight. But if not you could run a thin
metal strips (Felt folded over the metal strip) along the stapled length and nail it for
a stronger support.

I do like the design, simple and functional
 
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Gazoo said:
Hope the Felt holds after Soil, Water & Plant Weight. But if not you could run a thin
metal strips (Felt folded over the metal strip) along the stapled length and nail it for
a stronger support.

I do like the design, simple and functional
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I weigh 180 lbs and it held. But yes we have some wood to go over the stapled edges to secure it better and some wire mesh to go under the the felt material to act as a safety net.

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nismo12 said:
We just made a trough out of 2x4s and the heaviest landscaping material we could find that was non woven. It was the best for plant life it said. Built to hold one bale of soil and EWC.

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Just for thought. :thumb:
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What are those clear plastic angled pieces? Really like that design, how many are you putting in there?
 
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FuzzyGreen said:
What are those clear plastic angled pieces? Really like that design, how many are you putting in there?
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The clear plastic is corrugated plastic. It was the most expensive part of the build $50 for a 4x8 sheet. It is sloped so it can catch the runoff and drain away. We are putting 4 troughs in there so we can have an 8x8 scrog with 16 plants.
 
Doc or fellow brixmen, (am I coining a new term?) not sure what to call us.
brickaholics, brixmeisters, brixologists, brixosapiens, or birxn'at maybe only Sweetsue will get that one. :rofl:

any of you foliar spray with plain water between brix waterings?

good, bad?
 
Hash Hound said:
Doc or fellow brixmen, (am I coining a new term?) not sure what to call us.
brickaholics, brixmeisters, brixologists, brixosapiens, or birxn'at maybe only Sweetsue will get that one. :rofl:

any of you foliar spray with plain water between brix waterings?

good, bad?
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It's an interesting idea, Hash Hound. I don't do it, but lately I'm spraying a lot.

If done right, it could mimic rainfall and perhaps do something interesting to the growth cycle. What's you thinking about? Hmmmm?

It's an interesting concept for sure.
 
Doc Bud said:
What's you thinking about? Hmmmm?

It's an interesting concept for sure.
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We'll I started today and I guess I'll continue through out this grow and see what gives.


Doc will you be at the Las Vegas High Times Cup in march?
 
Doc Bud said:
It's an interesting idea, Hash Hound. I don't do it, but lately I'm spraying a lot.

If done right, it could mimic rainfall and perhaps do something interesting to the growth cycle. What's you thinking about? Hmmmm?

It's an interesting concept for sure.
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Saw a episode on TV about a vineyard in France? that played Mozart on outdoor speakers to their plants. Studies showed a more vigorous plant and a heavier yield! I believe a university was doing rhe study and could only come up with a theory that the vibrations created by certain harmonies and rhythms mimicked a rushing river which, may have triggered the grape vines to be more aggressive in their root production to seek water, which boosted size and yield. . It was very interesting... Hmmmm

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Peaceful blazing
 
Bumble said:
Saw a episode on TV about a vineyard in France? that played Mozart on outdoor speakers to their plants. Studies showed a more vigorous plant and a heavier yield! I believe a university was doing rhe study and could only come up with a theory that the vibrations created by certain harmonies and rhythms mimicked a rushing river which, may have triggered the grape vines to be more aggressive in their root production to seek water, which boosted size and yield. . It was very interesting... Hmmmm

Bumble's Humble Hive! It's Alive

Peaceful blazing
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I always have my Rain Forest CD With Alpha Brainwave Pulses playing in my Tent,
Just seemed natural to include sound since it would be part of there natural environment.
Not only that it does relax me so I guess there is a chance it could help reduce plant stress,
But in any event it cant hurt.

I do like the Idea of regular clear water foliar sprays to simulate Rainfall again can't hurt :)

Below is a copy of the advert about it I just found on line

Rainforest with Alpha Brainwave Pulses CD
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The Rainforest with Alpha Brainwave Pulses CD by Dr. Jeffrey Thompson uses peaceful sounds of the Amazon Rainforest embedded with Alpha Brainwave Pulses to surround you with serenity and calm.

When it’s time to wind down and let go of the stresses of the day, transport yourself to the lush Amazon rainforest with this unique recording.

Pioneering sound healer Dr. Jeffrey Thompson has combined the tranquil sounds of the rainforest with his clinically proven Alpha Brainwave Pulses to create the perfect relaxation listening experience.

Based on over 25 years of clinical research
Recorded using 3-D Binaural technology
Can be used with any set of speakers or headphones

The Alpha Relaxation Solution™ Story
In states of deep relaxation, your brainwave patterns change to slow frequency “Alpha” waves. Dr. Jeffrey Thompson has developed unique ways to embed these Alpha pulses into multilayered, 3-dimensional nature sound recordings. After a few minutes of listening, your own brainwaves naturally “lock” onto the Alpha pulses and lead you easily into states of rejuvenating relaxation.

DR. Jeffrey Thompson's clinical research with thousands of patients has led to groundbreaking discoveries in how sound frequency patterns built into musical soundtracks can alter states of consciousness and induce mind-body healing. His audio programs are used by Fortune 500 companies, health care professionals, and individuals worldwide.
 
Yes, indeed, my plants hear my Jazz and Blues every day :blunt:.....dunno eh!
Cheers gang...have a great day everyone.:circle-of-love:
 
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