Normally when i wake up with a foggy brain, a million notifications and a bunch of money. I just assume the worst. So I was completely blown away to discover it was all you folk showing the love, wow, I got to show off my baby and i get paid for it, there must be a catch, Im not sure where that money comes from so if its donations, wow, thank you, its unnessecary but very much appreciated, I'd talk about weed for free! Il find some way to pay it forward.
Babies got A name!....
Medusa cheers @loonatic,
Medusa was a really tragic character, the gods did her dirty and then she gets her head cut off, which is perfect because i think im going to top her.I havent topped any of my autos before so its a bit of an experiment. but im undecided we have awhile before we get there.
Not much happens the 1st week so I will give you the rundown on my super cheap setup.
The Closet:
Standard bedroom Closet, hanging space converted into grow room, lined in reflective mylar sheeting. I cut some air holes in the back at the top and bottom for some airflow. Total cost $6
It looks like a regular closet by day
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But in the dark
It could be a portal to the hell dimension.
Lights: Marshydro TS600
Theres so many lighting options it can be overwhelming when you start, I went for the marshydro ts600 because it is such a small space, in hindsight i probably shouldve opted for the ts1000 just for the added dimmer functionality. Still a great wee budget light has worked well for me. Total Cost $70
Growing Medium: Soil, Biobizz All-mix, 3gal fabric pots
Im running with biobizz all mix soil in 3 gal fabric pots, I was warned that all mix can be a bit to hot (nutrient rich) for seedlings but so far i have had no issues. Total cost $16
Nutrients: Biobizz grow, bloom and topmax
Again i went with the biobizz basics, they come in a trial pack, I go easy because the soils so loaded i only use ph'd RO water for the first few weeks I have run into nute burn before so I stick to half the recommended doses until im sure she can handle it. Total cost $15
Air Flow: Usb Desktop fan
Cheap oscillating usb fan, I set it infront of the lower air vents at the bottom so its drawing air in. its not an ideal set up but its been adequate so far. Total Cost $10
Plastic Tray:
Most recent edition Sleek black plastic tray, my last one could only hold one pot and still took up most of the floor space. The new ones a two seater. Total cost $1
All in about $118 spent, Its so basic im surprised it works but ive had 2 grows so far averaging 2oz per plant which is all i need (I'll write a full report on both strains when i get a chance). Theres plenty of room for improvement and im open to suggestions on the best ways to up my game.
Back to the diary...
Medusa's hanging in there
she does have me slightly concerned over a couple of wee things, her stalks super skinny and doesnt feel sturdy enough for me to get in there and bend it a little bit, like the roots havent quite taken a hold yet,
secondly she seems a bit stunted down one side on the 1st node, It'll be interesting to see if my bud brother @derangedvisions purple lemonades share any traits. Its early in the game so theres not much i can do but wait and watch, hopefully she sorts herself out. If not im a few months closer to trying out some of these brothers in farms seeds @bifbeans Galactic reserve looks fire.
Thanks for reading, il update you at least once a week and I can give my full reviews on my previous grows when i get a chance... but first im going to break out the fancy skins and blaze a stiff one from my lemon pie auto harvest for the hive and weedcash peeps.
Until next time, Take care folks