SIP thread -- (Sub-Irrigated Planter)

[GrassBurner]

I use it more to stop light leaks, than anything. It's bubble wrap also, so it helps insulate, but I don't believe much.

I did the same thing on my dwc. Never used a chiller or anything and didn't have any issues in the res, I'm sure it helps a decent bit Probably helps reflect light back up a little too.

 

[Hollatchaboy]

I did the same thing on my dwc. Never used a chiller or anything and didn't have any issues in the res, I'm sure it helps a decent bit Probably helps reflect light back up a little too.

I have a chiller, but I never use it. I use a few ppm of bleach in res. I've had temps at 73°f and no rot. I figure the chiller is not needed at that point.

 

[myke]

Any of you sippers add vermiculite to your soil?

Will be mixing re amending my soil soon. Was gonna add some for the silica.

 

[GrassBurner]

Any of you sippers add vermiculite to your soil?

Will be mixing re amending my soil soon. Was gonna add some for the silica.

I've only added what the predator mites come in From what I've read it holds moisture better than perlite?

 

[myke]

I've only added what the predator mites come in From what I've read it holds moisture better than perlite?

Yes and a biggy is its CEC or its ability to hold on too nutrients.
Going to the garden centre today,will pick some up.

 

[GrassBurner]

Nice!! Let us know how it goes. Sounds like it could be very useful in my small sips, I need all the nutrient holding capabilities that are out there

 

[GrassBurner]

Another week in the books. All 3 tents are officially in flower. They are all 1 week apart on the flip. Last week I realized the 2x2 tent timer was in the "on" position instead of "timer". This week I realized the 2x4 timer was in the "on" position
In the 2x2 is a PHK


In the 2x4 tent, up front is a PHK, middle plant is Scoobie Snacks, back plant is Dracarys.


In the big tent these little rascals were getting frisky! 1 Grodd Squad and the Rainbow Race Fuel were males. Looked like they were a few days away from starting to open up.


Here is the female Grodd Squad, another GG4 cross that has huge fan leaves.


Pineapple Fields is definitely sativa leaning. I've tied the main stem down twice, and it had stretched all the way through the light. Main stem has gotta be 6' long.

 

[Jcue81]

Start of week 4. Out of town until Wednesday but I have a helper coming by tomorrow to water. Sure hope he knows to whisper sweet nothings to them.

 

[Hollatchaboy]

Start of week 4. Out of town until Wednesday but I have a helper coming by tomorrow to water. Sure hope he knows to whisper sweet nothings to them.View attachment 5119713

You're a brave soul.

 

[Jcue81]

You're a brave soul.

Trying not to worry since there’s nothing I can do. More worried about my moms than the flowering tent to be honest. My helper is experienced so that makes me feel better. Fingers crossed!

 

[Hollatchaboy]

Trying not to worry since there’s nothing I can do. More worried about my moms than the flowering tent to be honest. My helper is experienced so that makes me feel better. Fingers crossed!

Lol I hear ya. I've been there. Having a helper that's experienced is less of a worry.

 

[myke]

Picked up some Vermiculite and a couple 27g totes.
Will make a couple of huge sips,same as the ones I used for tomatoes last year.

Bigger is just better.

 

[Hollatchaboy]

Picked up some Vermiculite and a couple 27g totes.
Will make a couple of huge sips,same as the ones I used for tomatoes last year.

Bigger is just better.

Agreed. I look forward to see how they work for you.

 

[myke]

Agreed. I look forward to see how they work for you.

Getting them up and down the stairs is the challenge,worth it though I think.The added res size will allow for going away for a few days between fill ups.

 

[myke]

Well 9 weeks is in. Chopped one of my white widows. No room to hang all at once so something had to go. The other one is swelling and holly hell talk about a Nitrogen deficiency. Seemed to yellow pretty quickly. Oh well she’ll be some good smoke.

 

[myke]

Next up to get chopped is this Rozay gal. She’s been brown for well over 2 weeks now. She sure finishes fast.

 

[myke]

My coco plant did ok I guess. Was really just trying to use up my old hydro food. Had issues but I didn’t care fed at about 1.3 EC I’ll be able to do a taste test against the other one in a sip. This is also Rozay.

 

[myke]

This other gal Frosted Fruit Cake takes a long time. She’s Starting to fade. Needs at least 3 more weeks.

 

[Hollatchaboy]

Good job with keeping up with the feeding! Those some big girls, with some big appetites, I'm guessing. Have fun trimming though. Lol

 

[myke]

Good job with keeping up with the feeding! Those some big girls, with some big appetites, I'm guessing. Have fun trimming though. Lol

Its also why I harvest in stages,trimming is a bitch but I do have help.