1st Grow Bagseed

Buju · Jun 21, 2007

I have some blueberry on the way so this is just to help give me some experience.

I have 2 40w Full Spec Florecents for the veg period. I have yet to buy a flowering light. I should have it before it's time.

Hope to get some tips along the way.

Thanks =)

Buju · Jun 21, 2007

Are these lights sufficient?

They are 2 Philips 40w Full Spectrum Florecents 2200 luments each.

Thanks =)

Buju · Jun 23, 2007

She's (I hope) about twice the size. I talk to her every day.

Dankerz · Jun 23, 2007

looking good so far, looks like you just got done watering? just dont water to much,let the seedling and pot dry out for id say atleast 3-4 days before watering again. goodluck and dont be shy on asking more questions!

PurpleSkunk · Jun 23, 2007

keep it up lookin good

Buju · Jun 23, 2007

Thanks Dankerz and Purp =)

That was going to be my next question. About watering. So I should be watering every 3-4 days?

I will take another pic tomorrow. She's growing really fast. I have the light on 24 hours. I just bought a timer and was thinking about doing 20/4. My wife isn't crazy about using the hps bulb so I am thinking of doubling up on the fluorescents. Would this be ok for flowering?

Thanks again.

Dewayne · Jun 23, 2007

Well, it's not just so "every 3-4 days"...in some cases it can be different. The size of the roots in the pot is what's going to matter how much you water it. If you have a plant too big for it's pot, you'll have to water it a lot. If you have a pot sufficient enough for your plant you dont have to water it too much.

I'd use the finger way, stick your finger in and as long as it's moist a qaurter inch under the top of the soil then it's fine. =)

Buju · Jun 23, 2007

Thanks, Dewayne.

The pot it's in now is about a gallon.

Here are a couple more pics.

PurpleSkunk · Jun 24, 2007

just make sure u don't over water, roots need air.my main problem is watering in these dam pots lol.and the less water but not no water would give you great root growth.once every 4 days would be fine.unless u got a hot grow space.then u may need more water.

PurpleSkunk · Jun 24, 2007

hps is best but cfl or flouresent tubes will work fine.

Buju · Jun 25, 2007

I am going to pick up some more lights. Most likely CFLs. I think I saw a 150w at home depot.

Still waiting for blueberry seeds.

bombbudpuffa · Jun 25, 2007

Get the 6500k for veg. They are in the blue spectrum and promote thicker stalks and stems.

Buju · Jun 25, 2007

Will do. Thanks Puffa

Buju · Jun 27, 2007

After 8 days looks like she is doing well. Haven't got the new cfl yet. Had some other stuff going on. Hopefully this weekend. I moved the light closer down (about an inch or so away) and it really improved growth. I hope it's not too tall for being so young. Seems a little flimsy. Still standing up tall.

I put her outside today. Hope nobody takes notice.

newgreenthumb · Jun 27, 2007

Just remember to keep the lights close as possible to keep from stretching the plant. This makes for a weak stalk. Also watch for mold and dampness for the pot being so big and the plant so small. Give a small amount of water at a time. Looking good so far and by the way try to grow more than one because you would hate to put in all that time and get a male.

Buju · Jun 27, 2007

newgreenthumb said:
Just remember to keep the lights close as possible to keep from stretching the plant. This makes for a weak stalk. Also watch for mold and dampness for the pot being so big and the plant so small. Give a small amount of water at a time. Looking good so far and by the way try to grow more than one because you would hate to put in all that time and get a male.

I had other seeds germing that never came out. This was the only one. The seeds are pretty old. At least 5-10 years I think. I put some more bagseed in for germination (wet papertowel method). Been about 2 days so far and nothing. Have some blueberry on order. Hope to have it soon.

Yea it looks like I did stretch it a bit. I hope it doesn't hurt the plant later on.

Thanks for the info!

Dewayne · Jun 27, 2007

Nah, i think it looks fine, maybe a tad bit stretchy but it's not something that's not fixable right? Ooo and i can't wait to see how your blueberry come in! anyways it's starting off well, keep us updated! =) good luck!

~Burn One~
Dewayne

Buju · Jun 27, 2007

Thanks, Dewayne.

A freind of mine is suppose to be getting me the bb. I have been buying it though her for a while. I am surprised her source will give them up. Haven't got them yet though

Here is another pic.

Dewayne · Jun 27, 2007

Well i can't wait to see them babies growing! i'll be following your grow

~Burn One~
Dewayne

Buju · Jun 27, 2007

Thanks, man

I put the plant out in the sun today. It got pretty hot and she wilted a bit. No more outside ventures for Preperation A.

On the bright side, I picked up two kick *** 26w CFLs

2 GE 26w=100w 1600 lumens 6500k in addition to my 4' tube fluorescents with an metal hood. Sits right on top. Kind of stoned right now so I will edit later.

Peace!

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