Trichome production problem

David Ferguson

Active Member
So this is only my 2nd grow with LED lighting, but both times I am not getting alot of "crystals/sugars". I grow in Dutch Bucket systems connected to resevoirs (recirculating). Temp is usually at about 80 degrees and humidity 40%-60% (fluctuating). Humboldts nutrient part A&B plus Humbolts Golden Tree for Potassium- once a week. Less are VIPARSPECTRA 600 watts
I want better trichome product in, what do I do?
Please ask if you have questions as well. Thank you!
 

David Ferguson

Active Member
Thank you so much
FOLLOW UP QUESTION- even though VIPARSPECTRA are good lights, is it also just cause they sre more inexpensive lights (around $300 each) do you all think? UPGRADES on lights you think?
If - please suggest which brands and/or price point. Thanks!
 

rkymtnman

Well-Known Member
that's a loaded question. really need to establish your budget, room size, grow style etc. first.
 

David Ferguson

Active Member
My flowering room size is approximately 10 feet by 7 feet. I grow hydroponically in bucket systems (3). As far as a girl style I also use the main stemming method if you are familiar with that period budget-wise is up in the air so I guess that is a loaded question for sure. All I can say to that is that I am motivated to spend if I need to. Any sort of opinion would help
 

SSHZ

Well-Known Member
This could very well be a genetics problem, not a grow issue. Some strains just don't put out resin like others. What are you growing?
 

David Ferguson

Active Member
Before I answer that I am aware that the next grows that I do I will limit myself to just a few strains

That said, I'm growing these
Pineapple Express ,Trainwreck, fruit spirit, Dutch Delight, dream machine, sex bud, ladyburn 1974, big tooth, and remedy CBD
 

macsnax

Well-Known Member
So this is only my 2nd grow with LED lighting, but both times I am not getting alot of "crystals/sugars". I grow in Dutch Bucket systems connected to resevoirs (recirculating). Temp is usually at about 80 degrees and humidity 40%-60% (fluctuating). Humboldts nutrient part A&B plus Humbolts Golden Tree for Potassium- once a week. Less are VIPARSPECTRA 600 watts
I want better trichome product in, what do I do?
Please ask if you have questions as well. Thank you!
It might be genetics, I've been using Humboldts line up and like the results. I don't know much about led lighting. Maybe switching to a hps for flower.
 

David Ferguson

Active Member
DankDane (or anyone else for that matter)- how much TOTAL light/watts do I need? Also, do you have any suggestions on brands and/or types of LED or anything. All info appreciated. Thank you!
 
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