ClapOnCannabis
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After reading guides and learning what I could; I decided to take my first shot at growing a plant. At first, I planned for the worst, and accepted that what I grow will either not produce buds, or simply have "novelty", low quality buds.
But after my first seed germinated today while staying home sick, I found myself with a decent amount of time and a little hope. I realize that in essence, nothing could happen, but I feel a little more enthusiastic than my previous stand, after reading about the lights and finding a few low cost options. I used low quality potting soil, of which I couldnt find a PH percentage, but I know I shouldnt cut corners in regards to soil, and plan to get better soil for my next experiments.
Im growing in my closet right now. I have a simple 40 watt focused down into a large shoebox that I covered with tinfoil, and taped the shoebox to have angles that would provide maximum shinage. I realize its not good for plants, as it provides uneven lights and can burn holes through the leaves, but for right now, until I get some flourescents, I think it will do, between that and moving it outside when I get home from school until it gets dark.
Anyways, for those of you still with me, what I need to know is what specifics should I be looking for in my lights? Ive seen all sorts of abbreviations, and have done my best to learn what I can about them, but Im thinking it may be easier to simply get some personal insight from other people. Im going to be making the trek to the local kmart soon, and my goal is to be able to compile a list of things to look for when I do so.
Any advice or other tidbits of info you feel I should know would be appreciated.
But after my first seed germinated today while staying home sick, I found myself with a decent amount of time and a little hope. I realize that in essence, nothing could happen, but I feel a little more enthusiastic than my previous stand, after reading about the lights and finding a few low cost options. I used low quality potting soil, of which I couldnt find a PH percentage, but I know I shouldnt cut corners in regards to soil, and plan to get better soil for my next experiments.
Im growing in my closet right now. I have a simple 40 watt focused down into a large shoebox that I covered with tinfoil, and taped the shoebox to have angles that would provide maximum shinage. I realize its not good for plants, as it provides uneven lights and can burn holes through the leaves, but for right now, until I get some flourescents, I think it will do, between that and moving it outside when I get home from school until it gets dark.
Anyways, for those of you still with me, what I need to know is what specifics should I be looking for in my lights? Ive seen all sorts of abbreviations, and have done my best to learn what I can about them, but Im thinking it may be easier to simply get some personal insight from other people. Im going to be making the trek to the local kmart soon, and my goal is to be able to compile a list of things to look for when I do so.
Any advice or other tidbits of info you feel I should know would be appreciated.