Update: Day 7 into flower tent

[Tika]

and the stretch is on....they are wired (LST). Next week last major defoliation.

[Karlee]

Very nice set up the plants look very happy.

[Tika]

Thanks Karlee. One Sour Diesel should have more perk but there is always one in every crowd.
flowering is such a dynamic period before they start to fatten up...which seems to take forever as you well know

[Wattze]

I think I've said it before and I'll say it again, your setup is beautiful! How big is that tent?? That could fit like, 5 of mine lol very wonderful

[Tika]

Thank you . It is a Gorilla 5x9 x6.11 ( extension won't fit ) I do 8 5 gal smart pots and it can get horizontally crowded since I LST like crazy. Anyway..I have no regrets buying it. Previous one a 5x5 Gorilla. Started with a Secret Jardin 3x3 in a closet. had I known at the beginning....my middle name is "hardway"

[Wattze]

Hey when it comes to these plants, we usually almost always have to find out the hard way lol which is fine! You live and you learn, you know?

[OzBud]

Awesome looking plants & setup. How do you find the Gorilla? I eventually want to upgrade to a 4x4 gorilla.

[Tika]

Go 4 IT. You will enjoy it I am sure

[Tika]

I get the regular tents not the lite versions. They are strong , sturdy, and tight fitting. delivery is good for Cali. The ports are sensibly located. Zippers are good quality although not 100% light proof but I have had no problems. Expensive BUT a friend found a 5x5 regular on line for less than I paid for.
good luck to you OzBud...
why do you do autos? I did once...not thrilled with the yield...neutral question as I see many on forum doing so.

[rockman]

Beautiful looking plants there Tika! And a very exciting stage in the grow. My auto Bubblelicious is just starting to flower, and it has filled in so beautifully. Good luck on your future grows! I'm still in awe at the attention to details that you showed in your grow journal. Probably heard this before...you're something special! 🌻

[Tika]

I was just looking for "stalk" pictures to post and found my first and only auto blueberry from ilgm and I must say that one auto ( although bud tasty & effective ) was my worst hands down grow. I admire you greatly for being successful with autos. Please post your grow often..eager to see!
And thanks for the compliments...I really am quite insecure, unsure, and unfathomly dumbfounded. A total junkie for assurance. GWE has been my heart beat . That's why I like this forum..people need assurance and good job to keep going.
Again thanks so much.

[OzBud]

Just thought they'd be easy to start with. No need to worry about light timers or completely light proofing the cupboard I used.
Was a winter crop and there can be power issues here due to the weather and I thought they'd probably be less sensitive to an irregular photoperiod.
They were free seeds from a mate and I thought I'd try the autos indoors in winter for a quick harvest and then run the photoperiods outside over summer.

[Tika]

I just found my auto pics looking for stalk pics...totally my worst grow ( actually complained to Bergman with no reply). I so admire you being successful with them..BRAVO! One day soon I will post them...horrid.
Best to you OzBud- keep on keeping on

[rockman]

Totally agree OzBud! I wanted to keep my first grow as simple as possible, and not concerning myself with light periods (other than making sure they had enough) was a big motivation. Harvest was so good (for my needs) that I did my next 2 indoor grows with autos. Outdoors is different, and that is when photoperiods will be on my list. 🌻

[rockman]

Tika, I will definitely share photos as time goes on in my thread on "no topping this auto". I think why I admire you and your journal is that you have done so much to enlighten others on how grows can go. I started growing last November and my intention was to keep it fun and as simple as possible. I do spend time adjusting my CFLS (sometimes twice a day) to be as close as possible to the leaves (without burning), but that to me is a joyful activity and keeps close to my baby! Thanks again for your super contributions to advancing cannabis culture! 🌻

[Tika]

I am flattered but it all goes back to GWE. Discovering their site opened up a whole world. I was literally " in the closet" with my first grow stranded with out information and company. And due credit to my hydro store person who got equally hammered. I love this plant and respect all who make the effort to cultivate. Not talking about big growers ( we'd all like a Martha Stewart warehouse of weed) but individuals who go to great time, expense and energy to see their girls thru, thank them and enjoy the fabulous results.
Im not a "joiner", resist organized anything, but adore people with real passions.
so...thank YOU TOO

[rockman]

Your passion is obvious! I also have to thank GWE, which got me from when I was just thinking about a grow to a point where I feel comfortable with the process. I've grown a flower/vegetable garden for close to 50 years now, loved pot back in the 70's, but didn't have a supply for decades after that. Until I decided to grow my own (thanks again to GWE). The more I learn about cannabis and its medical uses, the more I'm convinced that I am on a good path. 🌻

[Tika]

Totally 10-4 that rock man. I do cacti & succulents, have done veggies, and partaked between 66 & 76...a big Void after that with what not work & family. Who woulda thunk it?
yea you are on a good path I think and your plants are lucky to have you!!!

[rockman]

Yes, it's nice to get back into the "weed" after years without. And yes my plants and I have a mutually beneficial relationship! 😊🌱💟