Prepare now to grow a big one, Capn Style.
I have had several people interested in my "simple hydroponics" thread. It is a easy and inexpensive way to grow a SINGLE monster plant, of which should turn out to be a ONE pounder. I have decided to put together a group grow, where we take cones at the same time, grow using the same method, and go to flower at the same time.
The winner is not based only on final weight, but will be a "best of show" type vote, and any member can vote. In the mean time, the prize will be "bragging rights" for the "Winner of Capn's cook off".
We will be using this thread to list rules for the contest, equipment list, dates, and keep track of entrants. For those of you who want to participate, please reply below, with a picture of your labeled plant, and we will get you registered.
RULES:
1. You can start from seed or clone, any strain is ok. Cut your clone, or plant your seed between June 15th and July 15th. That gives everyone a one month window. If you already have a seedling or clone rooted in the last two weeks, you can use it.
2. We will grow the plant in 18/6 (vegetative growth) until September 15th, and then we will go to flower, at 12/12 light cycle. Voting date will be November 15th.
3. Lighting. Max of 1000W, on your single plant. I have done the grow with 400W with amazing results. This time, I will be using a 600W Apollo brand ($19) HPS bulb.
4. Nutrients: Anything goes.
5. SCROG, super cropping, topping, anything goes.
6. Grow Method (top feed, rock wool): You will use up to a 10 gallon container, full of rockwool grow-cubes (aka croutons). The growing container can be any container you choose, and it must be top fed (no flood and drain, no DWC). You can top feed to waste and / or top feed recycle, via a submersible water pump in a reservoir. You can top feed no more than 8 times a day.
7. Will you start a grow journal here on 420mag, and update it at least every 10 days.
8. The Capn reserves the right to change or add to the rules above, so don't get crafty ;-)
The purpose of this contest, is to show beginners and advanced growers alike, how we can grow a monster plant, with a very inexpensive, simple to set up, and simple to maintain system. I thought about having all of us use the exact same set up, but most of us probably have similar equipment sitting around already, so there is no reason to buy new. For new-bees, you should be able to get this up for $50. It requires a couple containers, water pump to recirculate water, and an air pump for the reservoir. Below are two examples of different setups you can use, but you are welcome to get creative, as long as you stay within the 10 gallon limit.
I'm using a superoots air pot here, but you can use a simple 5 gallon bucket, by drilling holes. I know JLT likes drilling holes.
Your top feed method can be anything you like, just remember we are limited to no more than 8 cycles per day. You can do this with a DIY PVC drip ring like this.
Some 1/2" hose and a inexpensive water pump:
Grow medium: The most expensive part. A 1cuft bag should cost around $25 USD.
Beginner growers are encouraged to participate. A 1lb plant might seem out of reach, but I have practically given a "step by step" how to, in the Simple Hydroponics article, showing exactly how to do this. In addition, myself, JLT, sling, and others will be here to help.
The Capn will be growing one along side of you all, but I'm disqualified from winning. So post the picture of your clone or seedling LABELED with your username in this thread, BEFORE July 15th! Then, start a grow journal called, "Capn's Cook Off - <username>". I will start and you can follow by example.
I have had several people interested in my "simple hydroponics" thread. It is a easy and inexpensive way to grow a SINGLE monster plant, of which should turn out to be a ONE pounder. I have decided to put together a group grow, where we take cones at the same time, grow using the same method, and go to flower at the same time.
The winner is not based only on final weight, but will be a "best of show" type vote, and any member can vote. In the mean time, the prize will be "bragging rights" for the "Winner of Capn's cook off".
We will be using this thread to list rules for the contest, equipment list, dates, and keep track of entrants. For those of you who want to participate, please reply below, with a picture of your labeled plant, and we will get you registered.
RULES:
1. You can start from seed or clone, any strain is ok. Cut your clone, or plant your seed between June 15th and July 15th. That gives everyone a one month window. If you already have a seedling or clone rooted in the last two weeks, you can use it.
2. We will grow the plant in 18/6 (vegetative growth) until September 15th, and then we will go to flower, at 12/12 light cycle. Voting date will be November 15th.
3. Lighting. Max of 1000W, on your single plant. I have done the grow with 400W with amazing results. This time, I will be using a 600W Apollo brand ($19) HPS bulb.
4. Nutrients: Anything goes.
5. SCROG, super cropping, topping, anything goes.
6. Grow Method (top feed, rock wool): You will use up to a 10 gallon container, full of rockwool grow-cubes (aka croutons). The growing container can be any container you choose, and it must be top fed (no flood and drain, no DWC). You can top feed to waste and / or top feed recycle, via a submersible water pump in a reservoir. You can top feed no more than 8 times a day.
7. Will you start a grow journal here on 420mag, and update it at least every 10 days.
8. The Capn reserves the right to change or add to the rules above, so don't get crafty ;-)
The purpose of this contest, is to show beginners and advanced growers alike, how we can grow a monster plant, with a very inexpensive, simple to set up, and simple to maintain system. I thought about having all of us use the exact same set up, but most of us probably have similar equipment sitting around already, so there is no reason to buy new. For new-bees, you should be able to get this up for $50. It requires a couple containers, water pump to recirculate water, and an air pump for the reservoir. Below are two examples of different setups you can use, but you are welcome to get creative, as long as you stay within the 10 gallon limit.
I'm using a superoots air pot here, but you can use a simple 5 gallon bucket, by drilling holes. I know JLT likes drilling holes.
Your top feed method can be anything you like, just remember we are limited to no more than 8 cycles per day. You can do this with a DIY PVC drip ring like this.
Some 1/2" hose and a inexpensive water pump:
Grow medium: The most expensive part. A 1cuft bag should cost around $25 USD.
Beginner growers are encouraged to participate. A 1lb plant might seem out of reach, but I have practically given a "step by step" how to, in the Simple Hydroponics article, showing exactly how to do this. In addition, myself, JLT, sling, and others will be here to help.
The Capn will be growing one along side of you all, but I'm disqualified from winning. So post the picture of your clone or seedling LABELED with your username in this thread, BEFORE July 15th! Then, start a grow journal called, "Capn's Cook Off - <username>". I will start and you can follow by example.
ummmm soo Cap idk if im going to make it either, i have been just geting caught up on bills and i dont know if i have time/space to put into this X o i will do this set up but i have to get my main grow started back up and set before i venture on to something like that lol
