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Greetings,
This project is something I set out to do on a budget, but won't mind investing into later on.
I started out with a large computer box which I cut into 6 pieces. I wrapped each piece tightly in garbage bag, and sealed with ducktape. I then wrapped one side of each piece with emergency blankets (reflective mylar sub found at walmart camping section for $3), and then ducktaped the pieces to form a box. I cut out a door and some holes for fans and then wrapped it all up like a birthday present.
To hang the lights, I straightened 2 paperclips out into a U shape, hooked some chains to them, and stabbed the ends through the ceiling of my box, then twisted. For fans I used 4 12v computer fans spliced with 12v AC adapters, 2 intake (bottom) and 2 exhaust (top). I ran an extension cable in for lights, slapped on some velcro for the door, and I had my box.
The dimensions of the box are 27 inches tall, 20 inches wide, and 12 inches deep. I'm currently using 3 125 watt 2100 lumen 3500k cfl bulbs. The temperature in there can range from 85 to 90, and I can't seem to get it lower than that unless I toss in a couple of ice packs.
I started this grow using a single Nirvana Northern Lights seed (which I intend to clone) on June 12th using the glass of water method to germinate. I planted first into a Solo cup, and 2 weeks later into a 3 gallon pot, using Miracle-Gro potting mix with continuous release beads. For water I use a filtered drinking water pitcher at room temperature which I mix some Miracle-Gro All Purpose Plant Food (12-4-
into, every other watering.
My goal is to keep her as short as possible, while maintaining my budget low, and yield a large crop. For this I've been looking into LST, and various methods of pruning and clipping. Suggestions and feedback are welcome!
This project is something I set out to do on a budget, but won't mind investing into later on.
I started out with a large computer box which I cut into 6 pieces. I wrapped each piece tightly in garbage bag, and sealed with ducktape. I then wrapped one side of each piece with emergency blankets (reflective mylar sub found at walmart camping section for $3), and then ducktaped the pieces to form a box. I cut out a door and some holes for fans and then wrapped it all up like a birthday present.
To hang the lights, I straightened 2 paperclips out into a U shape, hooked some chains to them, and stabbed the ends through the ceiling of my box, then twisted. For fans I used 4 12v computer fans spliced with 12v AC adapters, 2 intake (bottom) and 2 exhaust (top). I ran an extension cable in for lights, slapped on some velcro for the door, and I had my box.
The dimensions of the box are 27 inches tall, 20 inches wide, and 12 inches deep. I'm currently using 3 125 watt 2100 lumen 3500k cfl bulbs. The temperature in there can range from 85 to 90, and I can't seem to get it lower than that unless I toss in a couple of ice packs.
I started this grow using a single Nirvana Northern Lights seed (which I intend to clone) on June 12th using the glass of water method to germinate. I planted first into a Solo cup, and 2 weeks later into a 3 gallon pot, using Miracle-Gro potting mix with continuous release beads. For water I use a filtered drinking water pitcher at room temperature which I mix some Miracle-Gro All Purpose Plant Food (12-4-
into, every other watering.My goal is to keep her as short as possible, while maintaining my budget low, and yield a large crop. For this I've been looking into LST, and various methods of pruning and clipping. Suggestions and feedback are welcome!
