molasses. whats the theory/reasoning?

dura72

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #1

what does molasses ACTUALLY do. i keep reading bits and pieces of info about it but i haven,t seen a full explanation as to what it does? would syrup do, or just sugared water? could sum1 please explain. and when do u use it? how often and how much?

 

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ccanine25

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #2

put some in your pancakes them spread those over your soil

quick carbs baby

 

shylas

Active Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #3

It provides a quick carb boost for plants. It also mimics function of very important micro-nutes.... I think

Try it... It just plain works.

 

Lobotomist

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #4

I just replied to a post about this...haha. If added in small amounts it's been rumored to help the buds in the flowering stage with carbohydrates. I use 1 tsp/gal of it, but then again, I've always used it so I wouldn't really know the difference then would I? It doesn't hurt though, that's for sure.

 

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ccanine25

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #5

i just stick a spoon in the stuff and swirl it in a gallon with some nutes

dont heavy feed i think MO helps the uptake of nutes as well..so be careful

 

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growone

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #6

from what i've read, it feeds the beneficial bacteria in the soil
feed them, and they break down the soil(and its nutrients) faster
it also has a bit nute content, and a lot of nice trace nutrients
it has a good shot of potassium, bit of calcium, magnesium, iron, and others i can't recall off hand

 

DirtyPirate

Active Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #7

It is a common additive for soil growers. It promotes microbial growth in your soil. Microbes are what break down the organic nutrients in to their smaller elements the plant can uptake. On top of that, the molasses also brings sugars to the table. This will help in bud growth and natural flavors.

There's a short version.

Oh, never use it in hydroponics.

EDIT: Haha, I was a minute late...

 

shylas

Active Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #8

yep growone... feed the soil the soil will feed the plant

 

dura72

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #9

when do i use it? in vegging or flowering? thanks for the info so far guys.

 

pinkjackyle

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #10

i run lassis every water and feed at a teaspoon per gal in hempybucket . although this is my first hempy i havent seen problems with and am 5 weeks in, 4th day in flower from clone and nearly 2 ft tall

 

doc111

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #11

dura72 said:

when do i use it? in vegging or flowering? thanks for the info so far guys.

Click to expand...

You can really use it in either but usually people start it in flower because it's supposed to help add weight to the buds. Some people love it and some hate it. It can attract bugs if you overapply it.

 

doc111

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #12

Check out this link........you may find it useful.

https://www.rollitup.org/general-marijuana-growing/186821-molasses-every-thing-u-need.html

 

dura72

Well-Known Member

• Nov 27, 2009

• #13

cheers folks, specially doc. just read that. all. ma heads full!