Testing 1-2-3-4, Testing

[Buds Buddy]

High All & Welcome to my little test journal. In this journal I'll be doing some different tests on my soil grows. I'll get more into that in a few minutes. First I need to Tag this list of names from 2 of my other threads as I said I would. I hope I didn't miss anyone. Sorry, if I did & please feel free to jump right in. OK, here goes you.....\

@Emilya , @InTheShed , @MrSauga , @farside05 , @Bill284 , @Krissi1982 , @bobrown14 , @Phytoplankton , @AdminCO , @Nunyabiz , @bluter ,
@LKABudMan , @013 , @HappyHazmat88 , @Stunger , @CultivaionArt , @StoneOtter , @Tokin Roll , @FarmerReading, @Xmas , @sativuhhh ,
@Porky82 , @GainsvilleGreen, @Diatomacious , @Growings , @UrbanGardner , @miggsy , @Plillybonker, @Chuckeye , @bluenoserjoe , @Ljb1 ,
@marcus611a

If your name is on the list it's because you commented in one of these 2 threads & I promised to tag you. Stick around if you're interested & kick rocks if you're not. (Just kidding guys) Hope to have you all stick around & post your thoughts.

 

[Buds Buddy]

So in the first part of this journal I'll be doing a 3 way comparison. There will be more comparisons as the clones finish rooting.
Let's start with the Mother Plant. She's a Souvenir Strain by Nirvana Seeds called "Aurora Indica". From what I've been told Aurora is one of the Original Strains that breeders started crossing with. Here is the strain info on this lil' lady.

Aurora Indica Strain Review + Info​

AURORA INDICA STRAIN OVERVIEW
The Aurora Indica strain is indica-dominant and is the result of a pairing between Afghan landrace and Northern Lights. Cannabis enthusiasts often use this strain to make hash, and it is also popular in dissolving stress, releasing tension and coaxing away insomnia and pain.

FLAVORS
COFFEE
EARTHY
FRUITY
SWEET

COMMON USAGE
ANXIETY
CHRONIC PAIN
DEPRESSION
LACK OF APPETITE
SLEEP
STRESS

EFFECTS
CALMING
EUPHORIA
RELAXATION
SLEEP/SEDATION

GROWING INFO
THIS STRAIN GROWS BOTH INDOORS AND OUTDOORS. FLOWERING TIME INDOORS IS ABOUT 9-11 WEEKS. OUTDOOR GROWTH MAY BEGIN END OF SEPTEMBER/BEGINNING OF OCTOBER.
THC
20%

CBD
0.1%

SATIVA
10%

INDICA
90%

The aurora borealis is one of Mother Nature’s most spectacular sights, featuring on many a bucket list. The experience of watching them is said to be memorizing and relaxing. They also provide the name to another marvel, the Aurora Indica strain of weed.
Aurora Indica is said to have a similar effect to the strange lights, being both captivating yet relaxing at the same time. The breed is a favorite of many for the pleasant high, which does the job while avoiding being too intense. Users report feeling immense waves of contemplation in a full-body stone.
But what do you need to know about Aurora Indica? Will it leave you seeing lights, or is it tamer than this? We cover everything about the strain throughout this article.

What Is the Aurora Indica Strain?​

Aurora Indica strain weed is an indica-dominant plant. Given the name, this shouldn’t come as too much of a revelation. The breed was first created by Nirvana Seeds, who are also the makers of Papaya and Bubblicious. Nirvana Seeds birthed Aurora Indica through the crossing of an Afghan landrace with Northern Lights. Northern Lights also passed on its name to the breed, with aurora borealis being the scientific name of the northern lights phenomenon.
Known for possessing a sizable amount of THC, Aurora Indica gives a creeping high which sets you at ease and eats away at your worries. The body high in this one is strong, and there is often a quick onset of couch lock once you consume Aurora Indica.
Aurora Indica can be tricky to track down in dispensaries, but not impossible. It is especially popular in Arizona and Oregon. The seeds are also readily available worldwide through online purchases, which helps give Aurora Indica a more international presence than other strains.
The plant is known for giving out exceptionally high levels of resin. Because of this, Aurora Indica is a popular strain for creating hash. The hash made from Aurora Indica is almost entirely black and has a pronounced, distinctive taste.
Read on to find out how the bud rates in terms of smell, taste, and looks.

Aurora Indica Strain Aroma​

The Aurora Indica marijuana strain gives out a deep and luxurious scent. The initial impression is an earthy scent flaked with a spiciness that excites. Deeper within the aroma are tinges of fruit. There is a sweet combination of mango, berries, and lavender blended within the earthy tone.
Grinding the buds releases further smelling surprises. Woody notes of sap and pine release into the air. The scent is a suitably pleasant starter to the effects provided by consuming.
How does the flavor compare?

Aurora Indica Strain Flavor​

Your nose isn’t the only thing in for a treat. Aurora Indica provides a marvelous taste, too. The smoke is smooth and goes down easily. The first flavors are distinctly sweet and spicy, with a slightly chemical hint to them.
Upon exhale, the strain hits with a coffee-like, fruity aftertaste. It is truly delicious. It’s a super smoking experience, providing pleasurable tastes.
What about Aurora Indica’s looks?

Aurora Indica Strain Appearance​

Aurora Indica has medium to large buds with a conical shape to them. The nugs have a broad base that narrows into an arrow-like tip. The buds are dense and compact, as you would expect from an indica-dominant strain.
The leaves curl tightly and have a delightful sea green color, accented by red and brown pistils. A cloud of white, crystal-like trichomes spreads across the flowers and lightens the overall tone.
If all of this has you tempted to try growing your own Aurora Indica, read on for all the tips and information you need.

Aurora Indica Strain Grow Info​

Aurora Indica strain seeds are relatively prevalent across the Internet. You can purchase them from several different specialist websites. As when purchasing any cannabis seeds, you should always check the reputation of the company you are buying from first.
Aurora Indica strain seeds are still regularly available from the original breeder’s website, Nirvana Seeds. If possible, this would be our recommended site to purchase from. By buying the strain direct from the original breeders, you can be confident that what you are purchasing is Aurora Indica.
Another option is to gain a clipping from a healthy Aurora Indica plant. Clippings can be used to create “clones” of the parent plant that are genetically identical.
Suitable for both outdoor and indoor growth, Aurora Indica is a reasonably easy grow and would be a good strain for cultivation newcomers to start. The plant doesn’t become too tall, topping out around 3 feet. It will grow bushy, with large, heavy buds.
In terms of climate, you will need semi-humid with day temperatures of between 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Be sure to use a dehumidifier to avoid the climate becoming too moist. With such dense colas, mold can quickly develop, which would ruin your harvest.
The other thing to bear in mind is the herb gives off a particularly pungent aroma. Use an extractor fan to avoid detection if this is a concern.
It is recommended you use the Screen of Green training method early on in the plant’s life. When grown outdoors, the more sunshine, the better.
In terms of flowering, you will be waiting around nine to 11 weeks, slightly longer than other indicas. Indoors, you can expect yields of 10 to 14 ounces per square meter. Outdoor grows will flower around the end of September and beginning of October. Yields of 14 ounces per plant can be expected.
What sort of THC levels can you expect from your harvest?

THC Content of the Aurora Indica Strain​

Aurora Indica cannabis is known for moderate levels of THC. When tested, the strain delivers a THC concentration in the range of 12-20%. This potency of THC puts Aurora on the low-middle range for THC content.
The level of THC in Aurora Indica is low enough to make it a suitable strain for cannabis beginners. At this concentration, you will feel the psychoactive effects of the THC, but it shouldn’t prove to be too overwhelming as long as you are sensible in the amount you consume.
Equally, its mid-range THC potency may make it appeal to more experienced smokers who are tired of “super skunk” strains. Provided you consume reasonable amounts, veteran smokers can get their stone on without feeling totally bombed beyond belief.
How does the CBD content of Aurora Indica match up?

CBD Content of the Aurora Indica Strain​

The CBD content of Aurora Indica is practically non-existent. Test results regularly show the CBD concentration to be 0.1%.
With such a minimal amount of CBD contained in the breed, users should not expect to feel any of the health benefits associated with CBD. The level is far below that needed to give effect, and it would be best to view Aurora Indica as basically having no CBD at all.
If you are looking to benefit from some of the many potential uses of CBD, you should look for another breed which is CBD potent. There are plenty available, so conduct a little research to find the right one for you.
Can you expect any potential medical benefits from Aurora Indica?

Medical Benefits of the Aurora Indica Strain​

With Aurora Indica containing next to no CBD and a good amount of THC, any therapeutic benefits are likely to be focused around the strain’s psychoactive effects.
Users report a body high that gives a strong case of couch-lock. This sensation is where your limbs feel heavy and tired, and you are literally “locked to the couch.” The overall relaxation effect is added to by feelings of calm and happiness. All of this combines to give the strain possible benefits for those looking to fight the effects of stress.
The general heaviness and relaxation also helps those suffering from hyperactivity. It has a real calming effect.
The couch-lock gives way to a sleepiness that is hard to resist. Thanks to this, Aurora Indica can help with those suffering from sleep-related issues such as insomnia or pains which keep you awake.
We do have to point out that although Aurora Indica can provide medical benefits, they are not guaranteed. Everyone’s body is slightly different in their makeup. This means they react differently to substances and means you can’t predict with 100% accuracy how Aurora Indica will affect you. This could lead to you not seeing the same medical benefits that others have found for the same issue. All medical treatment has the potential for this.
What about any side effects Aurora Indica could give off? We look at this in the next section.

Possible Side Effects of the Aurora Indica Strain​

One of Aurora Indica’s massive selling points is its relative lack of side effects. It does have the side effects which are expected of all marijuana, but to a lesser degree than many other strains.
Users should still expect to have dry eyes and mouth from the strain, but not to a ridiculous amount.
When smoking large amounts, feelings of paranoia and anxiety can occur. Again though, this is uncommon and reported to a lesser degree than other breeds of cannabis. It is also easily avoided by just not smoking an excessive amount.
Couch-lock is a commonly reported effect of Aurora Indica, but users say it is an easier one to break out of than other strains. Still, be aware of this and perhaps don’t use Aurora Indica when you have a list of things you need to get done. The couch-lock is supposed to have a more pronounced effect on those with a lower THC tolerance.
Another thing to keep in mind is the delayed onset many have with Aurora Indica. The cannabis is known as a creeper strain, meaning the effects often take a little while to kick in after consuming. Don’t try and compensate for this by using more than you usually would. Let the effects take hold first before deciding on using more.
The relatively low strength of the side effects is because Aurora Indica doesn’t have exceptionally high levels of THC. With less of the psychoactive cannabinoid present, the cerebral effects are weaker. It also means you can most likely smoke more than other strains before you start to feel unwanted side effects. However, do not be caught out by the creeping onset and be fooled into thinking you need to use more as the effects haven’t yet fully set in.
Please remember that Aurora Indica can still cause unpleasant feelings if smoked in excess, so enjoy responsibly. Use a regular dosage to begin with and allow extra time for the effects to set in before deciding to use more.

Final Thoughts on the Aurora Indica Strain​

And so that concludes our investigation into Aurora Indica. We hope you found out what you needed about the strain from our information. Generally, Aurora Indica sounds like the perfect breed for newcomers to the marijuana world. With decent levels of THC, you can enjoy the effects without being overwhelmed, just be wary of the delayed onset of the effects.
It also offers an excellent entry into cannabis cultivation. There are a few simple rules to follow, but if you do, you will be rewarded with a fair crop of bud. From here, you could then venture onto more advanced grows.
Overall then, Aurora Indica proves to be just as beautiful as its namesake, if slightly less.

My current "AURORA" that the clones came from.

 

[Stunger]

Looking forward to it Buds!

 

[Buds Buddy]

Here are the 3 clones I'll be working with to get things started. They all rooted & were potted about the same time & are close in size... So fair enough.... lol.

As you can see, I wasn't thinking & potted them in 1 gal. pots instead of Solo Cups.... Duh !
Just a couple weeks ago these clones were in this bubbler & looked just like this. They're growing fast.

The clones in the pics above are for the next comparison. That will be the Self Watering Pot Comparison.

For this first part I'm comparing Fox Farms Ocean Forest using just Mega Crop & (Cal-Mag if I see it's needed) vs. Fox Farms Ocean Forest using Mega Crop Nutrient Calculations vs. 1/3rd SoHum Super Soil in the bottom of the pot & the top 2/3rds Fox Farms Ocean Forest & feeding Tap Water & I'll be using Re-Charge once per week.
Next week I plan to Top these 3 & start LST.
Below is a pic of the things I'll be using for this comparison.

This is about how much of the SoHum I put in the pot. I think it's slightly over a 3rd but good enough.

I did not add any Perlite to the SoHum. I do add it to my FFOF though. I only add 3 - 20 oz. cups per 1/2 bag so it drains a little better. Pic of before & after I add Perlite.

 

[Buds Buddy]

So all 3 got up-canned to 3 gal. pots & tagged today so I know what is what. They are in my 4x8 tent with 5 Viparspectra lights. 4 - 155 watt PAR 1500's & 1 - 230 watt VA 1000 Blurple in the center. I'm in the process of turning my shed back into a grow area so I can move my 3 big plants out there to flower. Should be ready tomorrow. Then the tent can be dedicated to the comparisons.
So here's some pics of the 3 ladies in their 3 gal. pots.

So far these ladies went from the bubbler, to the 1 gal. for 2.5 weeks, to the 3 gal. pots they went in today. They have only been fed water so far. I'll be feeding nutes next time. I'll be starting at 3 gr. per gal. & ramping things up pretty quickly. I'll post the Nute Calculations I'll be using later today so everyone knows what I've added. Might help to diagnose if something goes south on me.

I'll get more info posted later today. Getting late & I'm ready to Burn then Crash...lol. Enjoy !

 

[bluenoserjoe]

Thanks for the tag BB. Although I have dismal luck (1 for six these last few years) growing our favorite herb in, soil I have a fair green thumb when it comes to an outdoor garden, go figure. However, give me H2O and some pumps and timers and such and no problem. I do keep an eye on all you dirt farmers out there to pick up on all the excellent tips about any and all things growing, in soil or not. Not dead yet so will keep on learning. Love watching these experiments, the only way to better our understanding of all things around us. Be damn boring if we all did the same thing time and again. Looking forward to what you have in store for us.

 

[Bill284]

High All & Welcome to my little test journal. In this journal I'll be doing some different tests on my soil grows. I'll get more into that in a few minutes. First I need to Tag this list of names from 2 of my other threads as I said I would. I hope I didn't miss anyone. Sorry, if I did & please feel free to jump right in. OK, here goes you.....\

@Emilya , @InTheShed , @MrSauga , @farside05 , @Bill284 , @Krissi1982 , @bobrown14 , @Phytoplankton , @AdminCO , @Nunyabiz , @bluter ,
@LKABudMan , @013 , @HappyHazmat88 , @Stunger , @CultivaionArt , @StoneOtter , @Tokin Roll , @FarmerReading, @Xmas , @sativuhhh ,
@Porky82 , @GainsvilleGreen, @Diatomacious , @Growings , @UrbanGardner , @miggsy , @Plillybonker, @Chuckeye , @bluenoserjoe , @Ljb1 ,
@marcus611a

If your name is on the list it's because you commented in one of these 2 threads & I promised to tag you. Stick around if you're interested & kick rocks if you're not. (Just kidding guys) Hope to have you all stick around & post your thoughts.

Good morning Buds , hope your having a nice Easter weekend.
Thank you so much for the tag.
I'm interested to see your tests work out.
Happy growing.

Stay safe
Bill

 

[LKABudMan]

Thanks for the tag Buds I've been looking forward to your clone experiment. Great start.

 

[farside05]

...usiing Mega Crop Nutrient Calculations

How are you amending the Mega Crop?

 

[StoneOtter]

This is fantastic Buds! Let's see!

 

[Roy Growin]

Off to a great start BB
Cheers for the tag

 

[Buds Buddy]

How are you amending the Mega Crop?

I was just getting ready to post the calculations now. I'm not using the calculations from my last grow that didn't use Cal-Mag. I'm going to use the ones from this grow as everything looked good with these calculations.
"Budz": Mars Hydro FC-E3000 / 3 x 3 Do Si Dos SCROG Grow

Here's what I use. If I use MC while the plants are in Solo Cups I only use MC & don't add anything else. I only use 1 gr. per gal. But I rarely feed anything but water in a Solo Cup. If they were seedlings & not clones I would start at 2 gr. per gal. once I up-potted. Then increase the amounts as the plants started turning a lighter green.
Since these are Clones & Healthy I thought I'd start at 3 gr. per gal.

So here are the MC Equivalent Calculations I'll be using. This is all in grams, so it's weighed out as if it were dry weight even though it's liquids. I know you realize this, but others may not.

2-Gr. Per Gal. : Silica = 2.371
Cal-Mag = 0.038
Nitrogen = 0.116
MC = 0.462

3-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 11.962
Cal-Mag = 0.237
N = 1.110
MC = 2.379

3.5-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.969
C-M = 0.224
N = 1.479
MC = 2.704

4-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.950
C-M = 0.240
N = 1.802
MC = 3.011


4.5-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.962
C-M = 0.314
N = 2.591
MC = 3.385

5-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.902
C-M = 0.349
N = 2.617
MC = 3.766

5.5- Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.849
C-M = 0.239
N = 3.332
MC = 4.597

6-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.816
C-M = 0.266
N = 3.870
MC = 5.107

These are the equivalents I'll be using. They are all mixed in the order they were posted.

 

[farside05]

I was just getting ready to post the calculations now. I'm not using the calculations from my last grow that didn't use Cal-Mag. I'm going to use the ones from this grow as everything looked good with these calculations.
"Budz": Mars Hydro FC-E3000 / 3 x 3 Do Si Dos SCROG Grow

Here's what I use. If I use MC while the plants are in Solo Cups I only use MC & don't add anything else. I only use 1 gr. per gal. But I rarely feed anything but water in a Solo Cup. If they were seedlings & not clones I would start at 2 gr. per gal. once I up-potted. Then increase the amounts as the plants started turning a lighter green.
Since these are Clones & Healthy I thought I'd start at 3 gr. per gal.

So here are the MC Equivalent Calculations I'll be using. This is all in grams, so it's weighed out as if it were dry weight even though it's liquids. I know you realize this, but others may not.

2-Gr. Per Gal. : Silica = 2.371
Cal-Mag = 0.038
Nitrogen = 0.116
MC = 0.462

3-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 11.962
Cal-Mag = 0.237
N = 1.110
MC = 2.379

3.5-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.969
C-M = 0.224
N = 1.479
MC = 2.704

4-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.950
C-M = 0.240
N = 1.802
MC = 3.011


4.5-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.962
C-M = 0.314
N = 2.591
MC = 3.385

5-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.902
C-M = 0.349
N = 2.617
MC = 3.766

5.5- Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.849
C-M = 0.239
N = 3.332
MC = 4.597

6-Gr. Per Gal. : Si = 14.816
C-M = 0.266
N = 3.870
MC = 5.107

These are the equivalents I'll be using. They are all mixed in the order they were posted.

What products are you using for Si, C-M, & N?

 

[Buds Buddy]

OK, so a little tent info. I'm running 5 Viparspectra lights for the Veg part at least. Maybe the whole grow, not sure yet.
The Tent is a 4x8 & I'm running a 6" Intake, 6" Exhaust, Humidifier & 2 Oscillating Fans. From my past experiences growing I believe the VPD Charts are not designed for LED Lights & are more for HPS. So I am not following those charts at all. My tent during lights out is about 77F & with lights on gets up to 84F. I had terrible growth rates when I used AC & kept things at 77F with 65% RH. The plants grow much faster with the higher temps & lower RH. My RH is only running between 35% - 45% all through Veg. I've had my best grows with Temps & RH like this so it's the way this grow is gonna roll. Now when I get to mid-flower I will add AC.... but not till then.

Whoo-Hoo ! Another Clone has rooted. I'll pot it tomorrow in a solo cup.

 

[Buds Buddy]

What products are you using for Si, C-M, & N?

Si = Alchemist Stout MSA (Mono Silicic Acid)
C-M = GH Cali-Magic
N = Natures Nectar Nitrogen 5-0-0

 

[safeman]

great post -- keep them comming !!

 

[Buds Buddy]

great post -- keep them comming !!

I'm really looking forward to the Self Watering Pot part of these comparisons. Super Soil VS. FFOF in self watering pots.
I'm wondering what way grows the biggest, healthiest plants the fastest & produces the biggest yield & if there's any difference in the quality of the weed. Figured only one way to find out.... Try it.... lol.

 

[farside05]

Si = Alchemist Stout MSA (Mono Silicic Acid)
C-M = GH Cali-Magic
N = Natures Nectar Nitrogen 5-0-0

So 3 of the 4 products are liquids yet usage is quoted as grams per gallon instead of ml per gallon?

 

[Buds Buddy]

So 3 of the 4 products are liquids yet usage is quoted as grams per gallon instead of ml per gallon?

Yes, this is the way @MrSauga & @InTheShed has told me to do it. I'm sure I could draw it up & see what the ml. is though. Just haven't bothered to do so.
I can't get too hung up on the calculation stuff as staff doesn't really like it. Not sure why since it can be used with any type of nutrients , including the sponsored ones. Calculations actually get people to buy more products to dial in their nutrient feedings. Could possibly lead to new sponsors of growth supplements like "N & Si".

Anyways, don't want this journal to sound like I'm pushing or advertising something because I'm not. I'm simply doing a comparison grow with the things I use currently & things I'm interested in.

 

[farside05]

Yes, this is the way @MrSauga & @InTheShed has told me to do it. I'm sure I could draw it up & see what the ml. is though. Just haven't bothered to do so.
I can't get too hung up on the calculation stuff as staff doesn't really like it. Not sure why since it can be used with any type of nutrients , including the sponsored ones. Calculations actually get people to buy more products to dial in their nutrient feedings. Could possibly lead to new sponsors of growth supplements like "N & Si".

1 cubic centimeter, aka 1 ml, equals approximately 1 gram. At full strength you'd be dosing a quarter ml of Cal-Mag, almost 4 ml of N, 15 ml of MSA (3x the recommended dose), all in addition to 5 g of MC? I doubt that's what you're actually doing. Somewhere I think the math went off the rails.

I think the issue that staff has with a specific calculator stems from a couple things. 1) the maker of said calculator slammed some of the sites sponsors, 2) he's gone from free calculator designer to a paid nutrient consultant. As such, he's now a business. 420 Mag isn't in business to give away free advertising to him while he's slamming their paid sponsors. It's not that calculators are frowned upon, it's just using his name and/or programs name that is.