Is this a Silly Idea?

[PopeCrisco]

Sorry for the noob question, but I am starting my first grow, as in a started the process of germination this morning of 3 photo period gals.

My setup is a 4 by 4 by 6ft vivosun with a SF4k. I have 2 6 inch fans for air circulation, and when I get my next paycheck, an AC Infinity 6 inch cloudline lite.
I was thinking of starting with 3 5-gallon fabric pots, but was curious if it would be over ambitious to throw a smaller auto in a 3 gallon pot to eek out a little more yield. I was thinking that if space did become a problem, with about 80 days before i can expect a frost I could just move it outdoors, if needed.

As well, if you have any stubby, quick autos, I am happy to take the suggestions.

TIA

 

[VaSmile]

I would skip on running autos and photos in the same space. A 4x4 is more then enough space for 3 photos unless you plan on vegging for several months. For your first grow keep it simple, learn your enviourment and equipment, dont try and reinvent the wheel til you have first hand exeperiance of how things go

 

[amneziaHaze]

If you think the stretch from the auto will not affect the height of lamp or the power of the lamp is worth the money to shine on 1 plant full power and rest less then do it

And if the auto doesnt create shadow spots for the rest after it streches

 

[SnidleyBluntash]

Ya dont do it. It will mess everything up. But maybe do the auto outside just to see.

 

[MickFoster]

I've grown photos and autos together........it's never been an issue.

 

[conor c]

Sorry for the noob question, but I am starting my first grow, as in a started the process of germination this morning of 3 photo period gals.

My setup is a 4 by 4 by 6ft vivosun with a SF4k. I have 2 6 inch fans for air circulation, and when I get my next paycheck, an AC Infinity 6 inch cloudline lite.
I was thinking of starting with 3 5-gallon fabric pots, but was curious if it would be over ambitious to throw a smaller auto in a 3 gallon pot to eek out a little more yield. I was thinking that if space did become a problem, with about 80 days before i can expect a frost I could just move it outdoors, if needed.

As well, if you have any stubby, quick autos, I am happy to take the suggestions.

TIA

Well photoperiod Hindu kush is pretty short and squat so I'd imagine the auto version be even more so might suit your needs

 

[Kindbud421]

I regularly do 4 photos in a 4x4. From breaking soil, veg for 5-6 wks then flip. You may have to tie down or supercrop the tallest to break apical dominance but will work. I have done 6 with 4 wk veg and Turned out well. If you are growing hydro, limit it to 3 and could get tight. Hydro veg is explosive, and stretch has to be managed or it could get out of hand quick

 

[VaSmile]

I've grown photos and autos together........it's never been an issue.

I dont think it will cause problems i just think it will be bit stressful and underwhelmingfor a first time grower.
Op what you gonna do when the auto starts to flower? flip your lights for the photos and have 4 small plant plants, in that case might as well just run 4 autos. Or keep them in low light light and get a spindly weak auto. In that case your doing double the work as they will need different feed regiments. If your gonna do this i would get the photos started for about a month then plant the auto and flip your lights when the auto starts to flower,

Well photoperiod Hindu kush is pretty short and squat so I'd imagine the auto version be even more so might suit your needs

That was not my experience but i did not by the seed was given started autos told 2 were hk and they were the larges autos ive grown. I very well have been lied too

 

[PopeCrisco]

I regularly do 4 photos in a 4x4. From breaking soil, veg for 5-6 wks then flip. You may have to tie down or supercrop the tallest to break apical dominance but will work. I have done 6 with 4 wk veg and Turned out well. If you are growing hydro, limit it to 3 and could get tight. Hydro veg is explosive, and stretch has to be managed or it could get out of hand quick

I was thinking an 8 month veg at 16/8, too ambitious? I assumed that the auto should be about ready right before going into bloom.

 

[SouthFloridaGenetics]

Well photoperiod Hindu kush is pretty short and squat so I'd imagine the auto version be even more so might suit your needs

What is the total finished height of a Hindu Kush? I have one going and it is in week 6 since sprout. It's a very healthy and compact plant of about 13 inches tall right now. It has started sprouting branches and shoots so I will probably take some clones from it. I'm anxious to finish this one as I love me some Hindu Kush.

I imagine the auto version of this is pretty awesome.