harvest time
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Hey guys. I researched for a long time and decided I am going to help someone do a decent setup from start to finish. I have a rough idea of what I am going to do, but would like some opinions on my options. First off, I am trying to grow around 2-4 plants to start, and am using a tent. What size tent would be recommended, is it 1 sq ft per plant? So for 4 plants I need 4x4, and 2 would be 2x2? Next, I am planning on using a 400w HPS w/cool tube attached. I know that MH and HPS are used at different stages, and was wondering if its worth spending extra money to get a digital ballast that supports both MH and HPS, or to just get a nice clean 400w HPS off craigslist for $80. So once I get my tent setup, and the main light source figured out, next that leads to germination, pots, soil, nutes. So I figure I keep hearing about smart pots, so for the main process I should get 5 gal smart pots? I was planning on using Fox Farms Oceans Forest for soil. Can I germ the seeds and put them directly into the large pots or is it better to do some type of small wool idea before planting into 5 gal buckets. Is it bad to start the little seedlings off with the 400w HPS system, or should I start for a few days with a weaker setup. Next is my electric and fans, I plan on using 1-2 intake / exhausts depending on availability in tent. Also putting a carbon exhaust just for better personal satisfaction . Can I use a normal power strip and plug all into their into normal wall outlet?
I know it seems like a lot to ask and use the search but I do all the time, I'm finally getting around to posting my own. I know a decent amount but just like verification on my thoughts.
Thanks for all input hopefully I can get this train rolling soon!
Cheers!
I know it seems like a lot to ask and use the search but I do all the time, I'm finally getting around to posting my own. I know a decent amount but just like verification on my thoughts.
Thanks for all input hopefully I can get this train rolling soon!
Cheers!