In The Lab

[Doc Bud]

New instructions will be forthcoming! I promise!

Until then, for bloom waterings you can't go wrong with 1.5 oz drench per 5 gallons of water. Some won't need that much, but the extra won't hurt anything. Few will need more and for those you can go a bit stronger.

I use 1 gallon of drench per plant in bloom. As has been pointed out, we're not feeding a plant via PPM or EC of a nutrient solution......we're feeding soil.

Each drench creates electric energy in the soil. Yep, I said that. You can measure the electric potential of the soil and the drenches are designed to raise this voltage and keep it in a certain range. Some plants, due to inefficient root systems as a result of hydro breeding selection, need higher energy than others. What might twist up the leaves of a landrace sativa, will be barely enough for a frankenstrain.

I think the new formulas will result in far fewer slight discolored leaves.

 

[Buckshot317]

Ok, I read instructions. It said mix 1 gal and evenly distribute to each plant. If using 5 gal buckets, put 1/2 gal in each bucket. I think I understand now, I just fill the 2 buckets the rest of the way up with water. I thought I mix 1 gal and evenly distribute to each plant

 

[Doc Bud]

Ok, I read instructions. It said mix 1 gal and evenly distribute to each plant. If using 5 gal buckets, put 1/2 gal in each bucket. I think I understand now, I just fill the 2 buckets the rest of the way up with water. I thought I mix 1 gal and evenly distribute to each plant

Huh? Not following you at all. Fill the bucket with water and 1.5 oz of a drench and 2-3 mils of Tea. This is enough for 5 plants to get a gallon each. That's how I do it. It's easy!

 

[Buckshot317]

. This what I'm trying to explain. I'm reading it as I only mix 1 gal and evenly distribute to each plant. I'm probably reading it wrong sorry

 

[Graytail]

. This what I'm trying to explain. I'm reading it as I only mix 1 gal and evenly distribute to each plant. I'm probably reading it wrong sorry

Those aren't baseline directions - that's a variation. Baseline is as Nis laid out - 1 ml Drench/0.1 ml Tea per gallon of soil, in enough water. You can start by mixing it into a gallon of water or 5 gallons of water, but each plant should get 1 ml/0.1 ml of stuff per gallon of soil with as much water as it needs. I typically mix into less water and then top everything off with straight water.

You will mix up the drenches according to how many gallons of soil you are going to be feeding. A good rule is 1 ml of drench per 1 gallon of soil. Or to make it simple, I like doing 1 oz. of drench per 5 gallons of water. That's enough water to do 25 gallons of soil and is 28 ml.

That is one of the hardest thing for growers coming from nutes that say mix so much per gallon of water. Using this HB growing method, we are feeding the soil and then the soil feeds the plant.

 

[Buckshot317]

Thanks Nis and Graytail, I was looking at it the wrong way, feeding soil not plant. Thanks Doc, kit came in today, I'll be cooking some dirt when I get back from work. Thanks for the help

 

[Duggan]

Thanks Nis and Graytail, I was looking at it the wrong way, feeding soil not plant. Thanks Doc, kit came in today, I'll be cooking some dirt when I get back from work. Thanks for the help

Hey Buck..ya this method is all about the soil and it's energy levels....without a healthy microbial population it won't perform as seen!Cheers bud!

 

[Buckshot317]

I think I have OCD pretty bad, I like to try to follow directions to a T. The way nismo broke it down, it finally registered in my head. Tomorrow I'll have dirt mixed and in containers. From what I've been reading so far, I'll start seeds in 1 gal pot, then transplant to 7 gal. I think since this regiment uses a lot of foliar spray, I need to get a good sprayer. I've been trying to read up after work, that way it will be etched in my brain lol, thanks guys really appreciate your help

 

[Nismo12]

I think I have OCD pretty bad, I like to try to follow directions to a T. The way nismo broke it down, it finally registered in my head. Tomorrow I'll have dirt mixed and in containers. From what I've been reading so far, I'll start seeds in 1 gal pot, then transplant to 7 gal. I think since this regiment uses a lot of foliar spray, I need to get a good sprayer. I've been trying to read up after work, that way it will be etched in my brain lol, thanks guys really appreciate your help

If I may make a suggestion about the sprayers, get one for each brix and de-stress. Interchanging them could "confuse" them on which foliar you are spraying. Also since brix is supposed to be sprayed on the bottom of the leaves, we picked some that will spray while the bottle is upside down. Just somethings we have picked up on.

Also if you ever run into pests again, we use a 2 quart pump sprayer that literally blasts the bugs off the leaves. We won the battle against mites without using pesticides or any product outside of "the kit".

 

[Doc Bud]

I think I have OCD pretty bad, I like to try to follow directions to a T. The way nismo broke it down, it finally registered in my head. Tomorrow I'll have dirt mixed and in containers. From what I've been reading so far, I'll start seeds in 1 gal pot, then transplant to 7 gal. I think since this regiment uses a lot of foliar spray, I need to get a good sprayer. I've been trying to read up after work, that way it will be etched in my brain lol, thanks guys really appreciate your help

I've tried to write the directions several ways over the years. To me, they're very simple and easy.

But all of a sudden, a bunch of spreadsheets and other devices start appearing....and then we have even more confusion.

1.5 oz drench per 5 gallons of water with 2-3 mils Tea is a good starting point. Each plant in bloom gets 1 gallon, so that will water 5 plants. I'm sure you could just as easily mix it into 6 gallons of water and feed 6 plants a gallon each too, or you could mix it a bit stronger if needed....or a bit weaker.

But that's a good starting point!

That's what I'm trying to say in the directions, when I say this:

Growth Energy: used nearly exclusively in veg. This is where strong stems and healthy leaves come from. It is also used during the latter half of the bloom cycle to bulk up fruit and flowers. Mix at 1/2 to 1 1/2 oz per 6 plants. Stronger doses can be used if needed, but generally you'll just waste product. Finishing the growing cycle on Growth Energy results in a sweeter produce.

Transplant Should be used during the bloom phase alternating with Growth Energy. It is used at 1/2 to 2 oz per 6 plants (30 square feet.) Some growers have found that essential oil and resin production can be increased by using 1/4 oz of Transplant evenly distributed to every plant with each and every watering....whether with a drench or with just plain water. Please note, this does not mean 1/4 TO EVERY PLANT, but 1/4 oz divided equally to all plants.

 

[Doc Bud]

Also if you ever run into pests again, we use a 2 quart pump sprayer that literally blasts the bugs off the leaves. We won the battle against mites without using pesticides or any product outside of "the kit".

I can't state how important this is. We win against mites (some NEVER GET THEM!) without using anything nasty. That means our cannabis has ZERO pesticide/miticide/fungicide residue on it. Nothing could be healthier.

I like the SOLO sprayers. The spray every which way and can be highly pressurized when it's time to dislodge some mite eggs.

 

[Radogast]

I think I have OCD pretty bad, I like to try to follow directions to a T. The way nismo broke it down, it finally registered in my head. Tomorrow I'll have dirt mixed and in containers. From what I've been reading so far, I'll start seeds in 1 gal pot, then transplant to 7 gal. I think since this regiment uses a lot of foliar spray, I need to get a good sprayer. I've been trying to read up after work, that way it will be etched in my brain lol, thanks guys really appreciate your help

I can't state how important this is. We win against mites (some NEVER GET THEM!) without using anything nasty. That means our cannabis has ZERO pesticide/miticide/fungicide residue on it. Nothing could be healthier.

I like the SOLO sprayers. The spray every which way and can be highly pressurized when it's time to dislodge some mite eggs.

You garden must be a lot bigger than mine

I'm typically using 120 ml of Brix on brix spraying day. the 1-liter sprayer is 8x that size.

Are you able to spray the last 30 ml of bri mix out of a Solo sprayer that large?

(I ask because I'm down to my last 3 misters and need to order more )

 

[Doc Bud]

You garden must be a lot bigger than mine

I'm typically using 120 ml of Brix on brix spraying day. the 1-liter sprayer is 8x that size.

Are you able to spray the last 30 ml of bri mix out of a Solo sprayer that large?

(I ask because I'm down to my last 3 misters and need to order more )

I usually need 1 or sometimes 2 quarts of each foliar spray when it's time. The SOLO is pretty much dry inside when it runs out. Pressure is the key.

My hand gets too tired if I try to pull a trigger for half an hour.

 

[Graytail]

I use a Solo too, and it's surprising how little is left when it goes dry. There's enough pressure to spit everything out in a sputtery mist.

The only drawback for me is their size. I only use a half quart or less. That works, but it takes 30 or more pumps to get it pressurized. But I use the one with the extension wand and it's really easy to leave them in place and get to the back sides of everything. And mine makes a good fine mist - some users have complained. The mister is plastic, not brass, but it worked well for me for 3 years, so far. I just rinse out my bottle in hot running water, then fill it, screw the cap back on and blast a couple ounces of hot water through the wand and put it aside for the next use - no sweat.

 

[Radogast]

I use a Solo too, and it's surprising how little is left when it goes dry. There's enough pressure to spit everything out in a sputtery mist.

The only drawback for me is their size. I only use a half quart or less. That works, but it takes 30 or more pumps to get it pressurized. But I use the one with the extension wand and it's really easy to leave them in place and get to the back sides of everything. And mine makes a good fine mist - some users have complained. The mister is plastic, not brass, but it worked well for me for 3 years, so far. I just rinse out my bottle in hot running water, then fill it, screw the cap back on and blast a couple ounces of hot water through the wand and put it aside for the next use - no sweat.

Sold! - I just ordered one shipped to my house

 

[DopyLemontree]

I use a Solo too, and it's surprising how little is left when it goes dry. There's enough pressure to spit everything out in a sputtery mist.

The only drawback for me is their size. I only use a half quart or less. That works, but it takes 30 or more pumps to get it pressurized. But I use the one with the extension wand and it's really easy to leave them in place and get to the back sides of everything. And mine makes a good fine mist - some users have complained. The mister is plastic, not brass, but it worked well for me for 3 years, so far. I just rinse out my bottle in hot running water, then fill it, screw the cap back on and blast a couple ounces of hot water through the wand and put it aside for the next use - no sweat.

Solo is the way to go for sure! And it's the 420 model! Perfect!

 

[Beavis]

I think I have OCD pretty bad, I like to try to follow directions to a T. The way nismo broke it down, it finally registered in my head. Tomorrow I'll have dirt mixed and in containers. From what I've been reading so far, I'll start seeds in 1 gal pot, then transplant to 7 gal. I think since this regiment uses a lot of foliar spray, I need to get a good sprayer. I've been trying to read up after work, that way it will be etched in my brain lol, thanks guys really appreciate your help

Don't worry bud! I had that same "light bulb moment" too...many of us first timers just need to work through it and it'll all come together.

Sometimes we make mistakes but just like in life...you brush yourself off, get back up and next time don't make the same mistakes. No biggie, life goes on and we learn and grow.

 

[Beavis]

If I may make a suggestion about the sprayers, get one for each brix and de-stress. Interchanging them could "confuse" them on which foliar you are spraying. Also since brix is supposed to be sprayed on the bottom of the leaves, we picked some that will spray while the bottle is upside down. Just somethings we have picked up on.

Also if you ever run into pests again, we use a 2 quart pump sprayer that literally blasts the bugs off the leaves. We won the battle against mites without using pesticides or any product outside of "the kit".

Do we never spray Brix on top of the leaves or only/always on the undersides?

 

[Beavis]

Hi Buckshot, and welcome! It's gets easier every week that goes by. I'm almost done my first grow, and 3 weeks into my second, and this system is the real deal. Docs instructions, link in his signature, are what you follow, and the finer details are discussed amongst us here. Give it a try, I'm getting amazing results!

DL

Amazing DL! And your first grow ever? Man, I hope I can be so lucky.

Do you have a grow journal?

 

[SweetSue]

I need your advice Doc. Anyone else, feel free to chime in.

I placed these two in the tent planning to veg them an additional month, and like a total noob neglected to switch the timer, and didn't notice that for a full ten days. So, my dilemma is in the drench scheduling. You recommend that after they go dry the first time they get an Energy drench, followed eventually by a Transplant before hitting them with the CAT. The problem I'm up against is that these two are ready for the CAT right now.

Can I get away with hitting them now? My concern is obviously in waiting too long. The bud sites are set, which is my cue to go with the CAT. Any thoughts?