Ready to harvest?

[Danielhbonnie]

Hey guys. Noob here, this is my first grow. My royal gorilla plant has been flowering for 8 and a half weeks in coco and I think it’s time for harvest. Is a 5 day flush ok for coco? Also if you can check my photos and confirm they definitely look at their prime. I’m pretty sure I’m all good but it’s always good to get confirmation from those with experience. Also I don’t have a magnifier to check the trichomes, is this essential in determining readiness? Cheers

[Rwise]

If you want the best you can get then yes, if you want to guess then _______

[Canuck147]

Looks great! Got a camera? Computer? I upload pics and use zoom feature to see trichomes huge.

[ChadWestport]

Those plants look pretty nice, great job with your grow. Coco does flush easier than soil, I typically like 7 day flush, but 5 days will be enough if you give it some heavy waterings.

To determine when to harvest, you will want to look at the trichomes on the buds. You are looking at the color of the round head of the trichome. General rule of thumb is to harvest when you have 10% amber, 80% milky and 10% clear trichome heads. After a few harvests, you may find your own preference.

The amber heads are reported to have more of a sedative, body effect. The clear heads have been reported as being more cerebral and energetic high. Either way, you'll want the majority to be milky. These effects can be attributed to the maturation process of cannabinoids within the trichome heads.

Do be sure to check the buds and not the leaves. Trichomes on the leaves will mature faster than the buds, so they aren't the most accurate ripeness indicator you can use. However, they can be a good visual indicator as to when you might need to begin your flush if you choose to do so. Using a jewelers loupe is preferred, but many times you can use the camera on your phone to get a close up and clear picture of your trichome heads.

[Danielhbonnie]

Great advice, thanks guys

[Wolfe0420]

You should get a scope their so worth it and so cool. U can see the half full trichs the full the amber. Get the scope it cost me like $20 maybe less