Coliseum Vertical Grow System..Any Opinions? - Vertical / Colosseum Growing - International Cannagraphic Magazine Forums

07-27-2006, 11:26 AM

Hey Guys,
i have been looking into this system, and it seems pretty legit, it's obviously meant for smaller sized plants (20'' max heigth) what would be some recommended strains to work with on this one? (only thing that really comes to mind for me is LowRider) also should i possible research a little deeper to find a better system? there is someone local to me selling it, so i wont have to worry about shipping, or special ordering one...the kit i'm looking at is 3,000 watt's instead of the recommended 2400 also...if anyone has used this your opinion would be greatly appreciated

https://dwmcbride.vermotion.net/FAQcoliseum.html

https://www.mcleighshydroponics.com/M...base-Drip.html

Keefhead · 07-28-2006, 10:32 PM

I just helped a buddy harvest one of these. He was growing Diesel, and it came out great. He used a growth inhibitor, something from AN that stops growth (Bud Blood?) and it stopped the growth very well.

Don't bother with LowRider (IMHO). It can't be cloned, must be grown from seed, and the taste and high are poor, again just my opinion. I grew some out, nothing special at all.

I'd suggest you get one of the Cannabible books. They list many of the popular strains, and talk about the height, flavor, and much more. There's two volumes out now, and a third coming out this fall. They make a good guide - but as I'm sure you know, its the grower that allows, or makes, the genetics work.

Good luck, and enjoy that coliseum. What a sight to see 300 colas ripe for picking.

07-28-2006, 10:35 PM

def , skip the lowrider, there for stealth, not this,,,whats ure budget on a system?

07-29-2006, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Keefhead

I just helped a buddy harvest one of these. He was growing Diesel, and it came out great. He used a growth inhibitor, something from AN that stops growth (Bud Blood?) and it stopped the growth very well.

Don't bother with LowRider (IMHO). It can't be cloned, must be grown from seed, and the taste and high are poor, again just my opinion. I grew some out, nothing special at all.

I'd suggest you get one of the Cannabible books. They list many of the popular strains, and talk about the height, flavor, and much more. There's two volumes out now, and a third coming out this fall. They make a good guide - but as I'm sure you know, its the grower that allows, or makes, the genetics work.

Good luck, and enjoy that coliseum. What a sight to see 300 colas ripe for picking.

did your buddy use the aeroponic or dripping technique with it? i've heard that older models had the problem with nutrients dripping on the bottom plants...has this problem been fixed with newer technology? mind he asking what his yield with the diesel was?(i'd assume 1/2 oz a plant prob?) just trying to compare with my current ebb n flow set up that produces about 2ounces a plant for sour diesel..with moderate lighting...

yeah something like Dr. Nodes would be ideal i would assume for growth stunting...i just feel bad limiting the plants possiblities =c)

thanks for the insight of lowrider...i've only heard people talk about how it grows..not really about the dried product...

i love the cannabibles, great info, just never look at the part your talking about, so i will make sure to check out both my copies!!

07-29-2006, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ebbnflow

def , skip the lowrider, there for stealth, not this,,,whats ure budget on a system?

honestly i dont have a budget...but i would like to keep the cost for everything no greater than $30,000.00(including all equipment) i've got a new location so i want to start completely fresh and all over....i'm used to large scale commercial grows with NFT systems...so 300 wont be anything new, it almost seems like doing it this way will be WAY cheaper, and almost easier to maintain...just a way smaller yield...

Keefhead · 07-29-2006, 03:03 AM

His was drip-to-waste I believe. No reservoir as I remember. I don't know what the final yield was, but it wasn't near what is possible. This was his first grow, and though successful by eye, could no doubt be dialed in for a much better yield. He'll be growing again in the fall - after the heat of summer is gone.

Yeah, I feel kinda bad about stunting them too, I run a 72-site Cage, but its gotta be done there too. But when done right, its a great way to grow. Love that sea of colas.

On the other hand, there's something so satisfying about a great big tree with 30-40 bud sites, just basking in the sun and awaiting harvest day. LOL

Wrong book! OOPS - big mistake.

I was thinking of The Big Book Of Buds by Ed Rosenthal. But I wrote Cannabible for some reason. Sorry about that. The BBoB is a place to start anyway. And there may be better, I just don't know of them.

Have you looked at the Omegas? A bit pricey, but the claimed yields are incredible. There's several threads here on the site currently about grows in them. This one guy has a thread on here, and he has two of them. He's gonna fire them up soon. Now that's my kind of "budget".

"nuff said. Them meds do get me to talkin'.

07-29-2006, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Keefhead

His was drip-to-waste I believe. No reservoir as I remember. I don't know what the final yield was, but it wasn't near what is possible. This was his first grow, and though successful by eye, could no doubt be dialed in for a much better yield. He'll be growing again in the fall - after the heat of summer is gone.

Yeah, I feel kinda bad about stunting them too, I run a 72-site Cage, but its gotta be done there too. But when done right, its a great way to grow. Love that sea of colas.

On the other hand, there's something so satisfying about a great big tree with 30-40 bud sites, just basking in the sun and awaiting harvest day. LOL

Wrong book! OOPS - big mistake.

I was thinking of The Big Book Of Buds by Ed Rosenthal. But I wrote Cannabible for some reason. Sorry about that. The BBoB is a place to start anyway. And there may be better, I just don't know of them.

Have you looked at the Omegas? A bit pricey, but the claimed yields are incredible. There's several threads here on the site currently about grows in them. This one guy has a thread on here, and he has two of them. He's gonna fire them up soon. Now that's my kind of "budget".

"nuff said. Them meds do get me to talkin'.

thanks for the post!! haha okay you had me worried about the cannabible's bro cause i know i've read them front to back and i was like "god was i really that stoned when i read them?"

as for the Omega's...no i really havent.(but i will now).i've seen them on ebay though...the MAIN reason i was looking at this particular model is purely off the basis that there is one local for sale with full system already..so i dont have to special order it, and they will deliver....and i havent really ever looked into these space saving grow set ups...cause its never been a worry/problem..it still isnt..but gosh i just wanna try something new i guess? i've done NFT, and EBBnFlow on 'large' volume sites..and have some experience from a close friends' grow with CoCo...i could just as easily set up another large scale nft, or hell..even soil....but do you think i'm jumping into a whole new world with this vertical grow compared to what i'm used to? i have room for some error and mistakes financially, but if this is gonna be "too much" of a learning experience...i'll stick to my safety zone with techniques i know of...hope this makes sense same as you say, the meds get me talking and mind going 800miles a minute

Keefhead · 07-29-2006, 08:39 AM

No, my friend, what you say makes perfect sense to me.

Personally, so far I really like the Cage for a vertical grow. I have one, and have yet to dial it in, but I can see where it may take me. It has great features and potential, and I know from other users that it will work for me, as soon as I have it all dialed in. Neither it, nor my new grow room, are dialed in at all - I got work to do.

My buddy with the coliseum did OK with his first grow. Not great, but all he had to go by was some posts here, and a lot of intuition. I like to have the attitude that "if others can do it, so can I". That gets me in trouble sometimes, especially on motorcycles. I'm too old for that anymore.

You've got a lot of experience with hydro, you should have no problem with the coli. It's just a funny-looking hydro table tipped on its side and wrapped around the light. Hows that for over-simplification?

They recommend a mix of perlite and vermiculite, but personally I'd try to do something else. The stuff powders and drains down from the top, showering the lower buds with "strange white powder". A nagging peeve of mine, no big deal really.

Whatever you decide, I wish you the best in your efforts. I'll try to get my buddy on here later if you need help with "your new coli".

speedhorse1 · 07-29-2006, 09:28 AM

tried this site

https://www.ddoc.net/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=7

D doc designed the coli.

There are some good recomendations for strains there.

speedhorse

Purgatory · 07-29-2006, 10:33 AM

Sensi Star has been my favorite for the coli, it finishes around 16inchs with a week of veg. As long as you go with something indica dominate you should be fine. Also make sure you go with a single cola strain because they do well close together, bushier plants tend to get stressed out in the coli.

07-27-2006, 11:26 AM	#1
Guest Guest Posts: n/a	Coliseum Vertical Grow System..Any Opinions? Hey Guys, i have been looking into this system, and it seems pretty legit, it's obviously meant for smaller sized plants (20'' max heigth) what would be some recommended strains to work with on this one? (only thing that really comes to mind for me is LowRider) also should i possible research a little deeper to find a better system? there is someone local to me selling it, so i wont have to worry about shipping, or special ordering one...the kit i'm looking at is 3,000 watt's instead of the recommended 2400 also...if anyone has used this your opinion would be greatly appreciated https://dwmcbride.vermotion.net/FAQcoliseum.html https://www.mcleighshydroponics.com/M...base-Drip.html
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07-28-2006, 10:32 PM	#2
Keefhead Hash Engineer Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Sillycone Valley Posts: 692	I just helped a buddy harvest one of these. He was growing Diesel, and it came out great. He used a growth inhibitor, something from AN that stops growth (Bud Blood?) and it stopped the growth very well. Don't bother with LowRider (IMHO). It can't be cloned, must be grown from seed, and the taste and high are poor, again just my opinion. I grew some out, nothing special at all. I'd suggest you get one of the Cannabible books. They list many of the popular strains, and talk about the height, flavor, and much more. There's two volumes out now, and a third coming out this fall. They make a good guide - but as I'm sure you know, its the grower that allows, or makes, the genetics work. Good luck, and enjoy that coliseum. What a sight to see 300 colas ripe for picking. __________________ Keefhead Who says medical patients shouldn't ENJOY their medicine?
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07-29-2006, 03:03 AM	#6
Keefhead Hash Engineer Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Sillycone Valley Posts: 692	His was drip-to-waste I believe. No reservoir as I remember. I don't know what the final yield was, but it wasn't near what is possible. This was his first grow, and though successful by eye, could no doubt be dialed in for a much better yield. He'll be growing again in the fall - after the heat of summer is gone. Yeah, I feel kinda bad about stunting them too, I run a 72-site Cage, but its gotta be done there too. But when done right, its a great way to grow. Love that sea of colas. On the other hand, there's something so satisfying about a great big tree with 30-40 bud sites, just basking in the sun and awaiting harvest day. LOL Wrong book! OOPS - big mistake. I was thinking of The Big Book Of Buds by Ed Rosenthal. But I wrote Cannabible for some reason. Sorry about that. The BBoB is a place to start anyway. And there may be better, I just don't know of them. Have you looked at the Omegas? A bit pricey, but the claimed yields are incredible. There's several threads here on the site currently about grows in them. This one guy has a thread on here, and he has two of them. He's gonna fire them up soon. Now that's my kind of "budget". "nuff said. Them meds do get me to talkin'. __________________ Keefhead Who says medical patients shouldn't ENJOY their medicine?
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07-29-2006, 08:39 AM	#8
Keefhead Hash Engineer Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Sillycone Valley Posts: 692	No, my friend, what you say makes perfect sense to me. Personally, so far I really like the Cage for a vertical grow. I have one, and have yet to dial it in, but I can see where it may take me. It has great features and potential, and I know from other users that it will work for me, as soon as I have it all dialed in. Neither it, nor my new grow room, are dialed in at all - I got work to do. My buddy with the coliseum did OK with his first grow. Not great, but all he had to go by was some posts here, and a lot of intuition. I like to have the attitude that "if others can do it, so can I". That gets me in trouble sometimes, especially on motorcycles. I'm too old for that anymore. You've got a lot of experience with hydro, you should have no problem with the coli. It's just a funny-looking hydro table tipped on its side and wrapped around the light. Hows that for over-simplification? They recommend a mix of perlite and vermiculite, but personally I'd try to do something else. The stuff powders and drains down from the top, showering the lower buds with "strange white powder". A nagging peeve of mine, no big deal really. Whatever you decide, I wish you the best in your efforts. I'll try to get my buddy on here later if you need help with "your new coli". __________________ Keefhead Who says medical patients shouldn't ENJOY their medicine?
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07-29-2006, 09:28 AM	#9
speedhorse1 New Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 4	Have you tried this site https://www.ddoc.net/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=7 D doc designed the coli. There are some good recomendations for strains there. speedhorse
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07-28-2006, 10:35 PM	#3
ebbnflow Guest Posts: n/a	def , skip the lowrider, there for stealth, not this,,,whats ure budget on a system?
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07-29-2006, 10:33 AM	#10
Purgatory Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 88	Sensi Star has been my favorite for the coli, it finishes around 16inchs with a week of veg. As long as you go with something indica dominate you should be fine. Also make sure you go with a single cola strain because they do well close together, bushier plants tend to get stressed out in the coli.
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