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Strain: Appalachia (F5) (Regular) from @Copa Genetics
Genetic Makeup: Hybrid Indica Dominant
Pot/Bucket Size: 3.5 Gal
Tent Size: 2 x 2'
Grow Space: 4 sq ft
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Indoor
Stage: Seedling
Medium: Hydro
Lights: ViparSpectra 1000
Average PAR: 703 (HIGH) μmols/M²/sec @ 18/6
DLI: 45.6 (HIGH)
Nutrients: VEG+BLOOM
EC: 2.94
Room/Tent Temperature: 81°
Relative Humidity Tent: 55%
Media/Res PH: 6.2
Pests: None
Watering: N/A

Wow this thing looks hungry.
Increased Cal/Mag and Veg+Bloom to
2.94 EC

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Very little stretching indeed at 703 PAR!

Yes and I need it to stretch as little as possible as I have very little room in this small tent for those kinds of shenanigans. LOL

 

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So the weather here is breaking early. So much so that it is already hitting high 80's with night temps above 60. So I figured that I would get this Serial Crusher started for a May 15 launch.
However, there is a problem. When I opened the package, this is what I found inside:

There are 2 vials. The one at the top has no label and there are 6 seeds inside.
The one on the bottom has a label that says:
ROPE A DOPE
Funkadelic x The Ripple x Punch Drunk
Autofems

I have no idea what this vial is with no label and the other is clearly not Serial Crusher Theory f4.

So I have sent a email to DC Seed Exchange to find out what is what.
I will update when they respond.​

 

[InTheShed]

Was the bottom one with the label open and empty or did it have seeds?

 

[RETRIX]

Was the bottom one with the label open and empty or did it have seeds?

No it was closed. I just left it open when I took the photo. Yes it had 3 seeds with a bit of cotton sealing it off.

 

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Ok so I did receive an email from DC Seed exchange:
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Thanks for getting in touch with us.

I wanted to let you know that our breeder included three extra seeds of Serial Crusher in your package along with an additional Rope a Dope freebie. So you are all good.

If there is anything else we can do to help, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're always here to assist you.

Happy Growing,

Paul

Well look at that. So now I have even more free stuff from DC Seed exchange along with getting 2 extra Serial Crusher.
They are doing the job of earning my trust and that is good.
Especially after dealing with I L G M.​

 

[InTheShed]

on the freebies and the customer service.

 

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Ok so I'm going to start this outdoor auto flower project but first I want to look at this:
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Strain: Liberty Haze (Feminized) from @Barney's Farm
Genetic Makeup: Hybrid Sativa
Pot/Bucket Size: 5 Gallon
Tent Size: 2' x 4' / Outdoors: 1/4 Acre
Grow Space: 8 sq ft
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Indoor/Outdoor
Stage: Flowering
Medium: Soil
Lights: Samsung 300 Watt LED/Natural Sunlight
Average PAR: 1602 (HIGH) μmols/M²/sec @ 12/12 (OUTSIDE)
DLI: 70 (HIGH)
Nutrients: 4/4/4+ Espoma Organic Bloom
EC: N/A
Room/Tent Temperature: 81° Outdoor/Temp 82°
Relative Humidity Tent: 55% Outdoors: 34%
Media/Res PH: 7
Pests: None
Watering: Once Weekly

I read somewhere that the bigger the plant, the bigger the buds. I'm not so sure about that.

These buds are pretty huge at almost 3 inches thick. The plant is exactly 1 foot tall.

Here is a picture of it only a few weeks ago:

I guess the heavy fertilizer is working. wow.



Strain: Appalachia (F5) (Regular) from @Copa Genetics
Genetic Makeup: Hybrid Indica Dominant
Pot/Bucket Size: 3.5 Gal
Tent Size: 2 x 2'
Grow Space: 4 sq ft
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Indoor
Stage: Seedling
Medium: Hydro
Lights: ViparSpectra 1000
Average PAR: 703 (HIGH) μmols/M²/sec @ 18/6
DLI: 45.6 (HIGH)
Nutrients: VEG+BLOOM
EC: 2.94
Room/Tent Temperature: 81°
Relative Humidity Tent: 55%
Media/Res PH: 6.2
Pests: None
Watering: N/A

The Appy F5 is picking up the pace quickly, however, I'm noticing some slight yellowing between the veins. I'm not sure of this is from a deficiency, or light stress. I will keep an eye out on the new growth, but for now, I'm leaving the light intensity where it is.

 

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"Brilliant. So now we got a huge guy theory, and a serial crusher theory. Top notch." --The Boondock Saints.





Strain: Serial Crusher Theory F4 (Feminized Autoflower) from Ronin Garden
Genetic Makeup: Ruderalis/Indica/Sativa (Indica Dominant)
Pot/Bucket Size: 32 Gallon
Tent Size: N/A
Grow Space: N/A
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Outdoor
Stage: Seedling
Medium: Soil
Lights: Natural Sunlight
Average PAR: 1648 (HIGH) μmols/M²/sec @ 13.55 HRS (Daylight)
DLI: 70 (HIGH)
Nutrients: Multi Amended (Organic)
EC: N/A
Outdoor Temperature: 82° F
Relative Humidity 56%
Media/Res PH: 7
Pests: None
Watering: As Needed
Serial Crusher Theory is an automatic flowering ruderalis/indica/sativa variety from Ronin Garden and can be cultivated indoors, outdoors and in the greenhouse where the female, autoflowering plants need ±75 days from the seedling to the harvest. Ronin Gardens Serial Crusher Theory is a THC dominant variety and is/was only available as feminized seeds.

Genetics: White Triangle （Mephisto）.x White Stomper （Night Owl Seeds） f3
Sprout to harvest: 75 days average
Plant size: medium-large
DC Seed Exchange:
Ronin Garden’s back with their blades blazing, unleashing the Serial Crusher Theory F4 Autoflower upon the unsuspecting garden! This is a genetic juggernaut born from the unholy union of White Triangle and White Stomper, ready to crush your harvest expectations and rock your taste buds to the core!

Why the hype? Let’s dissect the carnage:

75 Days to Glory: From sprout to frosty nugs in just 75 days, this beast sprints to the finish line, delivering potent rewards faster.
Bending Beauty: This girl loves training, responding flawlessly to LST and topping, allowing you to sculpt her into a yield-monster masterpiece. Remember, support might be needed during late flower, when her buds get heavy with resinous goodness.
Extraction Nirvana: With trichomes denser than a neutron star, Serial Crusher Theory is an extraction artist’s dream. Prepare for shatter, rosin, and oils that’ll leave you speechless (and possibly dab-faced).
Terp Tsunami: Brace yourself for a tidal wave of lemon, citrus, fuel, and paint stripper terps that’ll assault your senses in the best way possible. This ain’t your average fruity floral – this is a full-blown terpene apocalypse!

Well it does sound interesting. So lets get into it.

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I will germinate this outside in my mini greenhouse.

 

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Strain: Liberty Haze (Feminized) from @Barney's Farm
Genetic Makeup: Hybrid Sativa
Pot/Bucket Size: NA
Tent Size: 2' x 4'
Grow Space: 8 sq ft
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Indoor
Stage: DRYING
Medium: NA
Lights: NA
Average PAR: NA
DLI: NA
Nutrients: NA
EC: N/A
Room/Tent Temperature: 71°
Relative Humidity Tent: 65%
Media/Res PH: NA
Pests: None
Watering: NA

Just out of curiosity, I checked the trichomes and they were 100% cloudy with about 25 to 30% amber. YIKES!
I might have started tracking the flowering stage almost a week late, so that would put me at almost 9 weeks today.
Set tent up with a drying program for 14 days at 65% humidity.

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This might be a blessing because that Appalachia isn't getting any younger and will need somewhere to go and soon.



Strain: Appalachia (F5) (Regular) from @Copa Genetics
Genetic Makeup: Hybrid Indica Dominant
Pot/Bucket Size: 3.5 Gal
Tent Size: 2 x 2'
Grow Space: 4 sq ft
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Indoor
Stage: Seedling
Medium: Hydro
Lights: ViparSpectra 1000
Average PAR: 429 (GOOD) μmols/M²/sec @ 18/6
DLI: 27.8 (GOOD)
Nutrients: VEG+BLOOM
EC: 2.94
Room/Tent Temperature: 80°
Relative Humidity Tent: 51%
Media/Res PH: NOT MEASURED
Pests: None
Watering: N/A

I'm still seeing some slight yellowing so I turned down the lights to a more modest 450 AVG PAR. Otherwise, it's looking good so far. ​

 

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Strain: Serial Crusher Theory F4 (Feminized Autoflower) from Ronin Garden
Genetic Makeup: Ruderalis/Indica/Sativa (Indica Dominant)
Pot/Bucket Size: 32 Gallon
Tent Size: N/A
Grow Space: N/A
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Outdoor
Stage: Seedling
Medium: Soil
Lights: Natural Sunlight
Average PAR: 260 (GOOD) μmols/M²/sec @ 14 HRS 2 MIN (Daylight)
DLI: 16.8 (GOOD)
Nutrients: Multi Amended (Organic)
EC: N/A
Outdoor Temperature: 77° F
Relative Humidity 68%
Media/Res PH: 7
Pests: None
Watering: As Needed

Nothing yet on germination.​

 

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Strain: Appalachia (F5) (Regular) from @Copa Genetics
Genetic Makeup: Hybrid Indica Dominant
Pot/Bucket Size: 3.5 Gal
Tent Size: 2 x 2'
Grow Space: 4 sq ft
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Indoor
Stage: Veg
Medium: Hydro
Lights: ViparSpectra 1000
Average PAR: 240 (LOW) μmols/M²/sec @ 18/6
DLI: NOT MEASURED
Nutrients: VEG+BLOOM
EC: 2.94
Room/Tent Temperature: 81°
Relative Humidity Tent: 55%
Media/Res PH: Not Measured
Pests: None
Watering: N/A

Strain: Serial Crusher Theory F4 (Feminized Autoflower) from Ronin Garden
Genetic Makeup: Ruderalis/Indica/Sativa (Indica Dominant)
Pot/Bucket Size: 32 Gallon
Tent Size: N/A
Grow Space: N/A
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Outdoor
Stage: Seedling Day 1 of 75
Medium: Soil
Lights: Natural Sunlight
Average PAR: 260 (GOOD) μmols/M²/sec @ 14 HRS 2 MIN (Daylight)
DLI: 16.8 (GOOD)
Nutrients: Multi Amended (Organic)
EC: N/A
Outdoor Temperature: 77° F
Relative Humidity 68%
Media/Res PH: 7
Pests: None
Watering: As Needed

 

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Strain: Appalachia (F5) (Regular) from @Copa Genetics
Genetic Makeup: Hybrid Indica Dominant
Pot/Bucket Size: 3.5 Gal
Tent Size: 2 x 2'
Grow Space: 4 sq ft
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Indoor
Stage: Seedling
Medium: Hydro
Lights: ViparSpectra 1000
Average PAR: 429 (GOOD) μmols/M²/sec @ 18/6
DLI: 27.8 (GOOD)
Nutrients: VEG+BLOOM
EC: 2.94
Room/Tent Temperature: 80°
Relative Humidity Tent: 51%
Media/Res PH: NOT MEASURED
Pests: None
Watering: N/A

So I was looking at the plant this morning to count the nodes for possible topping and I noticed this:

I have compared these photos with photos of male plants online and I think we have a male here. I have never seen these growths on a female plant. However, The 10 days of 12/12 trick obviously works though!

 

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Strain: Liberty Haze (Feminized) from @Barney's Farm
Genetic Makeup: Hybrid Sativa
Pot/Bucket Size: NA
Tent Size: 2' x 4'
Grow Space: 8 sq ft
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Indoor
Stage: DRYING
Medium: NA
Lights: NA
Average PAR: NA
DLI: NA
Nutrients: NA
EC: N/A
Room/Tent Temperature: 71°
Relative Humidity Tent: 65%
Media/Res PH: NA
Pests: None
Watering: NA

I'm halfway through the drying phase so
I did a light trim to get rid of some of the dry leaves from the buds.

These will go back in the tent for another week or so at 65% humidity.​

 

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Strain: Serial Crusher Theory F4 (Feminized Autoflower) from @Ronin Garden
Genetic Makeup: Ruderalis/Indica/Sativa (Indica Dominant)
Pot/Bucket Size: 32 Gallon
Tent Size: N/A
Grow Space: N/A
How Many Plants: 1
Environment: Outdoor
Stage: Seedling
Medium: Soil
Lights: Natural Sunlight
Average PAR: 202 (LOW) μmols/M²/sec @ 14.11 HRS (Daylight)
DLI: NA
Nutrients: Multi Amended (Organic)
EC: N/A
Outdoor Temperature: 70° F
Relative Humidity 95%
Media/Res PH: 7
Pests: None
Watering: As Needed

The day I germinated this plant it started raining and it hasn't stopped since.
Every day it has been either overcast with no sun, or raining with about 3 days of partial sun.

This is day 8

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[InTheShed]

The sun'll come out tomorrow...

 

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The sun'll come out tomorrow...

Hey Shed. I think you're having the same problem with sunlight so I guess it isn't just me. LOL

 

[InTheShed]

On good days we get a few hours in the afternoon, and I'll take it!

 

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I guess if I'm being an optimist, new seedlings don't need much sunlight as they are more concerned with establishing a root structure at the beginning but still.