Mars-Hydro DWC 1 Plant 4x4 Scrog

[GoogleGenie]

Like anything else; too much of a good thing, isn't always good.

As long as you do one or the other you should be fine.

I guess this is specifically Epsom Salts - the Mg from CalMag is ok? I usually give CalMag through the entire life cycle. Would you reduce CalMag if you sprayed Epsom Salts?

 

[Tokin Roll]

I guess this is specifically Epsom Salts - the Mg from CalMag is ok? I usually give CalMag through the entire life cycle. Would you reduce CalMag if you sprayed Epsom Salts?

I do pretty much the same thing from seedling through.

I have Epsom salt encase I would need it, but it's good to have it in your tool box and know how and when to use it.

Would you reduce CalMag if you sprayed Epsom Salts? - yes, but if you spray you may only have to do it a couple times.

Tok..

 

[Dusty Kiefers]

Gonna grab a seat

 

[Tokin Roll]

Thanks for stopping by @Dusty Kiefers

Grab yourself a smoke and toke away; the show will start shortly after the introduction.

Tok..

 

[Tokin Roll]

Short update:

She is coming along nicely. The humidity dropped a little last night because I forgot to dampen the rags, no harm no foul. I should start to see some rapid growth soon. The temperature at night has been above freezing, so she will be going back in the tent soon.

You must admit that my little humidity hack worked pretty well, for being an open environment.

I will do another update in a couple days unless something comes up that needs reported.



Tok..

 

[GoogleGenie]

I've been using your Humidity hack too Tok. Very useful for a small space.

The little one looks great - perfect! She's in good hands

Have a great weekend my friend

 

[Rollincoal]

Me as well in my little starter closet, works great man,

 

[Tokin Roll]

Sometimes the easiest answers are not always obvious.

Tok..

 

[Tokin Roll]

Still trudging along, Not much to tell of update at this point.

So I included some Green Crack F/F images from an older grow of mine.


Enjoy,

Tok..

That's all folks.

 

[Tokin Roll]

Not much to report about May. I decided to call her May since that is when I will be harvesting her.

Not much development to report as for growing; but I did get my first Pfizer shot today. I am schedule for the second on on March 23, 2021. Everything when smooth, so now it's just waiting game until the next shot.

Stay safe out there; your ladies need you to be there for them.

Tok..

 

[Rexer]

Hey Tok!

Sorry I fell behind brother, all caught up (didn't get/see the notifications).

Things are looking good!

Thank you for stopping by @GoogleGenie , @Rollincoal

I hope this answered some questions about Epsom Salt.

I was hoping for a spirited debate on the pro's and con's. O'well

GL with your ladies all,

Tok..

Well sir.....challenge accepted!!

While I'm definitely pro side for Epsom Salt being used. I'd say with hydro if adding directly to your Reservoir a word of caution: be mindful of creating a Cal/mag lockout. Too much Epsom can cause lockouts.

I know you are using it foiliar (which thank you for showing, I'm lacking on foiliar spray knowledge), but i thought I'd throw that out there. I'm also heavily medicated right now and am rambling

And as you mentioned already, I'll say it as well....stay away from the scented Epsom salts!!!!

Not much to report about May. I decided to call her May since that is when I will be harvesting her.

Not much development to report as for growing; but I did get my first Pfizer shot today. I am schedule for the second on on March 23, 2021. Everything when smooth, so now it's just waiting game until the next shot.

Stay safe out there; your ladies need you to be there for them.

Tok..

Glad you got the shot, stay safe and healthy

 

[Tokin Roll]

I agree with you @Rexer 100%

Once Epsom salt is add to the equation, everything else needs to be evaluated also or removed.

I don't use it that offend, it's a tool and should be treated that way. I number of members ask me about it and I wrote something up real quick. The whole time trying to emphasizing using caution, because more is not always better.

While I'm definitely pro side for Epsom Salt being used. I'd say with hydro if adding directly to your Reservoir a word of caution: be mindful of creating a Cal/mag lockout. Too much Epsom can cause lockouts.

But, you are right about throwing the solution out of wack.

Thanks you, and you and your be safe also.

Tok..

 

[Rexer]

I agree with you @Rexer 100%

Once Epsom salt is add to the equation, everything else needs to be evaluated also or removed.

I don't use it that offend, it's a tool and should be treated that way. I number of members ask me about it and I wrote something up real quick. The whole time trying to emphasizing using caution, because more is not always better.



But, you are right about throwing the solution out of wack.

Tok..

You're spreading great knowledge on it, I've bookmarked your write up, by far its the best I've seen to date on incorporating Epsom salts!
And I think we're on same page my friend every tool added to the toolbox is another option that can help dial a grow in! I'm loving your journal...I gotta live vicariously right now. So hope you didn't mind my rambling on it.

 

[GoogleGenie]

Looking forward to seeing May grow. She already looks great and she's just a little one still.

Glad you got your shot

Regarding the Epsom salts write up, it really is excellent advice, i did exactly what you said in terms of dialling back the Mg in the res when i sprayed, and it worked well. I guess it would be useful to have some way of measuring how much you need to dial back based on what you spray. Knowing how much you need to omit from regular feeding, if you spray a certain amount.

For example : If you spray with 5g Epsom Salts per gallon and you saturate your canopy - you should half your Mg you administer to the roots, or remove it completely until the next feed, for example.

Also knowing when during the growth cycle to spray? or are there particular triggers you use for knowing when to use it (other than deficiency)?

 

[Tokin Roll]

Thanks for stopping by guys. @Rexer and @GoogleGenie

So hope you didn't mind my rambling on it.

Ramble away @Rexer most of the time I feel like I am talking to myself. But, considering how many grow Journals are currently going on, I can completely understand it.

When I answer question about Epsom salt; I try not to leave people believing it's a miracle addition. Like anything else we feed our ladies; she will tell you if she not happy.

For example : If you spray with 5g Epsom Salts per gallon and you saturate your canopy - you should half your Mg you administer to the roots, or remove it completely until the next feed, for example.

You can get away with halving it, but remember that it is absorbed by the leaves much faster than the roots. I may not saying that Epsom salt won't cause a deficiency but it harder than you may think. That's way all my measurements are on the low side. That way it gives a grower more control.

Some common indications you’ve overfed your plant with Epsom salt are:

1. New leaves are slowly losing color from the middle outwards.

2. You’ll see yellowing in the center, and as the issue progresses, you’ll notice it spreads to the tips.

3. Sometimes, the visible signs start near the bottom with the older fan leaves.

In this case, you may notice a more widespread and even yellowing with a few spots.

Either way, with daily monitoring, you’ll quickly catch the issue and can counter it.

Also knowing when during the growth cycle to spray? or are there particular triggers you use for knowing when to use it (other than deficiency)?

I need to take care of a couple things. I will get back to you shortly

Tok..

 

[Dusty Kiefers]

Fantastic growing Tok,

 

[Tokin Roll]

I want to be clear I am talking about the Hydro use of Epsom salt, not soil

Do not spray your plants during the first week of flowering, or while the lights are on. Its healthier for the plants to be cooler, rather than hotter, as they absorb the nutrients. The spray will be stronger if the temperature in the room is much cooler.

Droopy and slowed growth are a sure signs of Magnesium deficiency.
Some growers I’ve known recommend spraying leaves with the Epsom Salt solution every three to four days.

They also, clean leaves of residue, replacing the Epsom Salt solution with clean water every so often.

You will usually observe that once you introduce the highly-soluble Epsom Salt to the plant, the plant absorbs the magnesium sulfate relatively quickly, restoring plant health.

Spray foliage, targeting the underside the leaf.

You should spray every few weeks during each cycle, and wean the plants off during the final stages of flower.

You’ll also only want to spray in the dark, avoid spraying in the light period of the day.

Its healthier for the plants to be cooler, rather than hotter, as they absorb the nutrients.

Hydroponic growing requires constant monitoring of nutrient levels, which means you’ll also be looking at the magnesium levels.

Adjust as needed throughout the growing process.


For soil growers it's a different ball of wax.


Hope this helps.


Stay safe,

Tok..

 

[GoogleGenie]

This is really great! A little gem of knowledge right here. I have this bookmarked.

Thanks Tok

When you foliar feed, would you mix things together. For example, if one were to want to foliar feed silica, would you mix this in with your epsom salts, or would you favour individual foliar feeding sessions? IS there anything you wouldn't mix together is another way of wording it?

 

[Tokin Roll]

Let's not make this a rubric's cube.

KIS - Keep It Simple

Tok..

 

[Rollincoal]

Loving the write up's from you guys, I am around I just usually sit in the.back corner and take notes lol