Pollen from cannabis tends to be rather shortlived unless special precautions are taken to ensure it never comes into contact with moisture. I've learned that even a dewy morning can mean very little of the pollen you apply will take and set seed.
If your goal is to ensure whatever pollen may...
yes, Be aware however that the color of a nutrient solution will stain the roots, turning them yellow or brown. This is also true of many nutrient additives.
I recently ordered one of the Plug and Grow timers off the bay as a cheap way around things, it wasn't until i got it did i realize it was a 12/12 timer, not much good for veg so i went for the Grasslin timer and a contactor. I think the plug and Grow Timers will take up to 2 x 600watts lamps...
I've read threads about people cutting clones off, rooting them, potting them and putting them into flower. Meaning the plant has 8-12 weeks of flower until ready to harvest. Producing about an ounce each.
I've also read threads where people VEG a plant for 4-5 months before flowering. Then...
hmm...Firearms and drug-making utensils were also seized.
The seasonal operations are part of what police said was an on-going focus on the drug trade and the public were being encouraged to pass on any information about possible drug dealing, or if they saw any suspicious activity.
This could be an effective method to 'weed' out criminal elements and place control of crop production in the hands of working people in agri-business occupations. I doubt it would increase the product quality, which is already outstanding, but it is unlikely to have a negative affect on the...