When does flower week count begin

[Cheeba]

Noob question: Do y’all start counting when you flip to 12 or when buds actually appear? Not sure if the 2-3 weeks of stretch post flip are considered veg or flower.

Either way I know to check trichomes to confirm when ready to harvest, but would like to mark my calendar for number of weeks recommended by breeder.

Thanks and Happy growing.

[Greencastle]

Hi Cheeba, let’s say you got genetics that says 8-9 weeks to harvest, your count down of that period starts after first sign of flowers on your plant NOT from the day you turn light cycle to 12/12 ✌🏼🍀

[Cheeba]

Thanks

[golfnrl]

Hi Cheeba...I count the flower period from the day I flip the switch. I tried it the other way, But for me it's easier to just count from when the 12/12 starts. I don't pay attention to harvest times except as a guide. There are so many variables that come into play.

[Cheeba]

Yeah that makes sense. The more I learn more from GWE and other resources, “feel” and reading plant needs are more important than specific guidelines. It’s an art and a science.

Peace!

[MagicMike66]

Use the flowering times only a rough guide. I find they usually take longer than what they say ( I only grow photo plants)