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Dirt is a big mess!
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DWC is the easiest because you can construct a reliable system that will produce consistent results and allow you to be away from your grow for up to a week.
There are plenty of how-tos and I would be more than happy to lend what little expertise I have in equipment, design and construction to help you get there.
Planning makes all the difference. I shit you not. The more time you spend on planning, the better your program will be. There is a direct relationship between expert levels of stoner engineering cost-based job and a regular build-a-grow approach.
Lots of fun to have. The first question is the most important one of all because it frames the discussion from the beginning to the end. What's the market for this garden's production? How much pot does it have to produce each year for it to work for whatever your needs might be?
There are plenty of how-tos and I would be more than happy to lend what little expertise I have in equipment, design and construction to help you get there.
Planning makes all the difference. I shit you not. The more time you spend on planning, the better your program will be. There is a direct relationship between expert levels of stoner engineering cost-based job and a regular build-a-grow approach.
Lots of fun to have. The first question is the most important one of all because it frames the discussion from the beginning to the end. What's the market for this garden's production? How much pot does it have to produce each year for it to work for whatever your needs might be?
Oh, so sorry. Spaced out on that one. This is what happens when you post on a website inhabited by drug addicts and other reprobates and that's before we start on everyone else.
Pirate has a nice set-up. I put together my 4-station system with a vertical kool tube, construction in the space that used to be a half bath,... came to around $500.00. I try lots of different things and found that I love hydro for consistent results but will be looking at dirt for the next grow as I will be going into a cabinet that won't have the benefit of a water connection nearby, besides. The cabinet will be seen constantly and a water hose leading out the back might be a little more attention than I want fo' sho'.
I think of DWC because you can pick up just about everything you need from about a half a dozen vendors.
How big is the space you'll be working with?
Pirate has a nice set-up. I put together my 4-station system with a vertical kool tube, construction in the space that used to be a half bath,... came to around $500.00. I try lots of different things and found that I love hydro for consistent results but will be looking at dirt for the next grow as I will be going into a cabinet that won't have the benefit of a water connection nearby, besides. The cabinet will be seen constantly and a water hose leading out the back might be a little more attention than I want fo' sho'.
I think of DWC because you can pick up just about everything you need from about a half a dozen vendors.
How big is the space you'll be working with?
Thanks for the info.
The size is about six or so 1kw lights. I actually want to move my room to an offsite location (so i can stop telling lies to all the people i might want to have as houseguests). I've seen some DWC setups and have seen large plants growing in those, that could be a possible solution that I'll need to test out on the smaller scale before switching entirely.
How come you say those systems need attention once per week? Couldn't everything be automated if you know your strain and don't do any pruning during growth? I know for sure that I could automate a soil grow so that (assuming no pest or mold infestation) I could set it up and stay away until the day of harvest and expect nice thick, resinous buds. Ok, maybe I'd have to raise the lights once or twice manually (automating that function is probably out of my skill range).
Your thoughts are encouraged!
The size is about six or so 1kw lights. I actually want to move my room to an offsite location (so i can stop telling lies to all the people i might want to have as houseguests). I've seen some DWC setups and have seen large plants growing in those, that could be a possible solution that I'll need to test out on the smaller scale before switching entirely.
How come you say those systems need attention once per week? Couldn't everything be automated if you know your strain and don't do any pruning during growth? I know for sure that I could automate a soil grow so that (assuming no pest or mold infestation) I could set it up and stay away until the day of harvest and expect nice thick, resinous buds. Ok, maybe I'd have to raise the lights once or twice manually (automating that function is probably out of my skill range).
Your thoughts are encouraged!
DIRTYDEEDS
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IF YOUR LOOKING FOR A SIMPLE HYDROPONIC METHOD THAT YOU COULD SET IT AND FORGET IT FOR A FEW DAYS. YOU MIGHT WANT TO LOOK INTO THE HEMPY BUCKETS SINCE THEIR SO SIMPLE TO MAKE AND INEXPENSIVE.
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bongoie
was originally gonna reply with get a big bucket or bin {trash can ?} for mixing dirt an potting about . autopots with the smart valve r set and forget with 15litre/3 gallon ish pots , used them when working away from ma grow .. disposing of dirt is a pain 4 me http://www.icmag.com/ic/showthread.php?p=2165091#post2165091
DIRTYDEEDS
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youre right about the soil but you asked for a hydroponic method that wasnt going to be a big hassle A common error is to
think that, if plants have sufficient water supplies, they can be left unattended longer.
In fact, their accelerated metabolism requires greater attention. This methodology is
not to save time on maintenance, rather it is conceived to maximise results. In this
sense hydroponics is intended for plant lovers and collectors, beginners or
professionals, rather than for the occasional gardener.
think that, if plants have sufficient water supplies, they can be left unattended longer.
In fact, their accelerated metabolism requires greater attention. This methodology is
not to save time on maintenance, rather it is conceived to maximise results. In this
sense hydroponics is intended for plant lovers and collectors, beginners or
professionals, rather than for the occasional gardener.
