HAPPY NEW YEARS!
Happy New Years you bunch of pot smokers! lol
oh yeah, and remember…………….If you aren’t chokin, then you aren’t SMOKIN!
Now lets all get LiFteD! 
Growing Marijuana Indoors / Outdoors / Hydro - Seeds - Bongs - Pipes and much more
Make it a habbit growing marijuana
Marijuana Hydroponic Ebb and Flow Table
Ok, its time to grow out a medicinal marijuana grow. Here you are invited to follow along and ask questions whenever necessary. I’ll cover how this particular hydroponic system works and post some pics to help you understand. We’ll also follow the grow through to harvest.
Before getting started with any grow its important to CLEAN your grow space. Bugs and fungus are of major concern. In between each grow it is important to completely sterilize or at least to the best of your ability sterilize as much of your grow space as possible.
After i complete a grow i like to bomb my space with some of those bug bomb(spray cans) and let them sit a day or so. You’d be surprised what crawls from the cracks and dies on your floor. This stuff is flammable and if you have a perfect grow room like i have, it can be very dangerous. Vent the room well prior to spending any length of time in there. Let me back up here for a second. When i say i have a “PERFECT” grow room, i am referring to the style of grow room. Many growers will vent their grow rooms allowing for huge amounts of air to be exchanged. Although that is a great way to grow, there are some increased risks associated. A grower should consider the pros and cons of each prior to setting up there operation.
In a “PERFECT” grow room you try to provide the perfect environment for the plants but in an air tight space. No air is being displaced by exhaust but rather filtered to remove smell and CO2 is provided via either bottle or burner in a regulated manner. My room is very tight and little air escapes keeping smells contained. Although i highly recommend this way to grow, especially in urban areas, they require a bit more attention to safety and do have some added cost. Cleanliness is key however you choose to grow.
Today i spent a better part of my afternoon removing the flood tray and reservoir along with whatever else was in my way. When i had my grow room pretty empty i swept, vacuumed, and mixed a hot batch of bleach and water. Next I mopped down my walls and floors. I scrubbed my reservoir and tray and then put them back. Here is where we begin. ( i still have assembly to follow…i’m a lazy stoner : )
I was going to be using some clones from Nirvana’s Purple Power strain. That plan has unraveled as the friend who would have supplied them has gone A.W.O.L. After waiting a few extra days and no returned calls……Were moving on.
The clones above are G13, Strawberry Cough x Deep Chunk, Black Domina and Purple Kush. These are all very killer strains. Great for different ailments and the Strawberry cough is kinda a connoisseur’s strain. Its not a high yield er so its kind of like the “Special” stash for when your really feel’n it.
We’ll be taking these strains and growing them out. We’ll also be taking clones. I’ll use some to establish mothers to keep the perpetual grow goin and to cover all the basics.
How the Ebb and Flow (Flood and Drain) System works:
Soil Mix for growing marijuana
A Marijuana Soil Mix
Ok, there’s been some basic questions lately about growing out some indoor plants using soil. Imparticulary what a good soil mix would be. Asking a person what the best soil mix is happens to be like asking what the best tasting wine is. Every grower has their flavor.
Cannabis grows poorly in soil that is heavily compacted, high in PH, and has poor drainage. With that in mind, you want a moderat PH around 6.7, deep wide holes outside, and lighter fluffier soil indoors/in pots. With that in mind, here’s a soil recipe with proven success. Lets assume were’re going to be growing in a grow bed for this recipe.
My suggestion:
Organic potting soil - any brand is fine but i can recommend “Happy Frog” as i have worked with this. If you can find a higher grade soil with coco in it this will be prefered. Your going to need anywhere from 8-10 bags of soil.
Worm Castings. a staple of any soil mix. very easy to produce and a great sustainable solution for food scraps in any household. Worms are your friends. Get as much worm casting as you can. Add anywhere from 5-10lb’s or so…or more!
3/4 cup Azomite for trace elements - not essential to the grow, but will set you apart.
Epson Salt - 1cup should surfice. Add more if deficiency occurrs in flower. i highly doubt it will but if it does, mix a diluted foliar feed.
Bone Meal - 3lbs blood meal
Dolomite Lime - 1 cup
Humic acids are highly recommended. Apply as recommended. usually a couple tablespoons.
Bat guano - 5lbs or so.
a couple 5 gal scoops of perlite.
REmember to let soil dry out prior to watering. Watering is key. A good rule of thumb is try to touch the plants less and keep notes of what you are doing. If you don’t know what you did to mess things up, how will you know how to fix it????
Magnesium deficiency while flowering marijuana
TIP # 6
Magnesium Deficiency
Magnesium (Mg) Deficiency is quite common. (Mg) deficiency usually turns the older growth leaves a spotty or blotchy yellow. It will eventually get brownish as it worsens. Usually it starts at the outer edges of the leaf and works it way in. The margins of the leaves may bulge up and the tips can curl.
To correct the problem foliar feed the plants by misting. Add 1/4 - 1/2 tablespoon Epson salt diluted in warm water. Then add Epson salt…. around a 1/2 - 1 tablespoon per gallon of water to your reservoir.
Magnesium defficiency is a very common problem when growing marijuana. The cannabis plant uses a lot of (Mg) and many fertilizers do not provide enough.
Marijuana leaf HEAT BURN from grow lights
Tip #6
HEAT BURN
If your marijuana leaves become curled, dry, and brittle…..your lights are too close to your plants. You may notice the lights actually leaving burnt spots. If you foliar feed(Mist) before or during the lighting phase the droplets may have a magnifying effect as well and could lead to some damage spots. You can also get these spots if you’ve got some refractive element focusing the ligh(think magnifying glass). An easy way to tell if your plants can handle it is to simply place your hand under the light just above the plant tops. Is your hand hot? Can you stand to keep it there? If it starts feelin to hot than your plants are going to more than likely receive stress as well. I try for 74-78F at the canopy.
Generally during times of stress, like introducing new seedling or clones to light, you do not want to punish your plants further with overwhelming lumens and heat. Let them establish their rootgrowth and work them up to a bazillion lumens(lol). Maybe start your lights at twice the height to reduce the lumens and heat. Then drop them down when the plants are showing active growth. As your plants grow towards the light(inches per day), keep close watch, er uh….i mean feel!
Higher Thinking
“Anyone who reads this has either used marijuana or knows someone who has, and they know that person is NOT a criminal.”
Do not overwater marijuana plants!
Tip #5
Do not over water marijuana plants! Don’t do it!
DO NOT Over Wter (most common mistake)
Too much water will kill your marijuana plants. As your plants turn yellow and wither and die your likely to think something else is wrong with them or that they are wilting due to lack of water. Rule out the simple things first like PH, nute burn, and then watering schedule. Stick your finger 2 knuckles or a couple inches into the soil. If its dry, then its ok to water. If its saturated, you’ve likely found your problem. You should allow the soil to dry out as much as possible between watering. If your using sink water in a city, fill up a container and leave it open for 24 hours or more to release chlorine and contaminents. Make sure the container holding the plant has a drain hole to shed excess H2o.
HEMP and BAMBOO BICYCLE
I thought this was far out!
LAS VEGAS, Nevada — Bike maker Craig Calfee has found a way to grow bicycle frames in a field, with sunlight and water.
He makes them out of bamboo.
“It’s like bonsai basically,” said Calfee, who is based in Santa Cruz, California. “If you grow it in the shape you want it, it’s by far the strongest way to get it in the shape you want it.”
He’s been making bamboo bikes for awhile now, but because each bicycle is made to order, his workshop can turn out only limited numbers of the $2,700 frames. More »
Buying Weed
Buying Weed
Tip #4
Try not to get ripped off. It happens more often than you think. People are always in such a hurry. Bring your own scale. You can pick them up at discount cigarette shops all over for cheap. If your a newbie smokin the grass, ask a friend you know smokes to help ya buy some pot. If your meeting a dealer neither of you know, its always a good idea to bring a friend thats bigger than you are.
I recommend trying to do business with friends whenever possible(if they have good weed). You’re more likely to get hooked up cuz they like ya. Also, always try to buy eighths (one eighth of an ounce). You get more weed for your money!
Ideas to Cultivate
ISSUE #1
Ideas to Cultivate
There’s a lot of reasons why a person would decide to grow their own marijuana. Contrary to what modern propaganda would have you believe, funding terrorists groups or Mexican mafia drug lords are not the primary reasons. Walking the streets aimlessly bangin on mailboxes while foaming at the mouth is not a side effect after smokin a joint either..
In this zine….
1. Why people smoke pot
2. Becoming Greenman(or woman
3. Making it a habit
4. Apple pipe
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1. Why people smoke pot
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Sure, there’s large gang organizations and there’s petty thugs. There always has been and always will be those who wish to exploit others. But don’t generalize the entire stoner counterculture based upon a few bad examples. Most cannabis smokers are normal, sane, affectionate, loving individuals who contribute to society in a very positive manner. So why do people like to smoke weed then?
The largest percentage of people that smoke marijuana do it for recreational purpose. They are responsible smokers that like to wind down after work, conversation with friends, enhance life experiences, seek refuge from ailments, and to become closer with the universe while seeking their path. Many cannabis growers love the gardening aspect and feel that immersing themselves in this purpose soothes their soul bringing great satisfaction. There’s nothing like smoking your own bud. I guess it would be similar to brewing your own moonshine, minus the headache the next day. And that’s just it…..marijuana is simply an alternative to alcohol with many more benefits. Don’t believe me? Compare the pros and cons of cannabis to society to those of alcohol.
There are an exponentially large number of cannabis users that are now seeking safe alternatives to prescription drugs. This gig is up in my opinion. These pharmaceutical drugs are overpriced, hyped up, addictive drugs that kill far more people than cannabis. Marijuana is being embraced now for its beneficial relief to cancer patients, aids patients, spinal/back pain patients, migraines, insomnia, and so many other. No wonder its been around for thousands of years. Duh!
In this time of economic retraction (at least here in the US) marijuana definitely helps to ease the frustration and stress from the everyday BOMBARDMENT of negative media and doom and gloom. It seems to open a pathway of appreciation to nature drawing out your connectedness to your surroundings. You WILL become more aware. You WILL slow down your pace of life taking time to enjoy what matters most to you. Family, friends, your time, your purpose. Life will become a bit more clear to you.
(Thought)
“It is always in giving that we receive. Meaning that when we are living in a state of lack, the very gesture we may least want to give is the very act that could help us create the abundance that we seek. ”
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2. Becoming Greenman(or woman
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How do you grow marijuana? Is it hard? Will it take a lot of money to get started? These are only some of the topics we’ll cover here in the zine. I’ll be showing you what the fundamentals of growing are. Yeah, I know… its a weed, lol. How hard can it be? Seed, dirt, water, light. That simple. Well….kind of.
There are basically 2 ways to grow marijuana. Outdoors or Indoors. Both have there benefits. I grow indoors as I feel its better for my current situation. If I had the right property in the right area though, i’d be outdoors enjoying nature even more. You can grow using soil or you may choose to use a soil less medium and opt for hydroponics. Again, this is a personal preference. I find that this aspect really reflects a persons personality. People who enjoy fidgeting with gadgets and making simple things complicated usually opt for hydroponics. Yields can be improved and flowering time shortened a bit but overall most smokers are enthusiasts and do not choose the method of growing based upon these things. They usually choose what they are more comfortable with, or seek to gain knowledge in. Like organics for example. Going green or sustainability are HUGE trends in the US right now. Its all about the green movement baby. I’m surprised with all the talk about “green” that more people don’t vote green party! Demand for organic products increases each year and I find that most people who grow organic in soil also eat organic and either purchase or grow there own vegetable. They usually have killer gardens!
Acquiring good genetics can be the most expensive part of the equation. Really as far as investment to get started goes, a simple seed is all you need. Plant a seed outdoors where it can get full sun. Water the plant as needed and keep close inspection for outside elements that may damage it. Like ripping it right out of the ground! Just like any hobby, the sky is the limit on what you want to spend. Factors such as what type, what amount, what method, all way heavily on the cost. If your a medicinal patient with a chronic illness(no pun intended), you be spending upwards of $1000(USD). Mobility is a major concern here, so you’ll more than likely be growing indoors. You’ll need a system in place to accomplish this. Grow mediums, nutrients, lights, etc. they all add up real fast. How much medicine you need to consume and how often will have a direct effect. But compare it to the alternative. Prescription drugs cost far more in most circumstances.
Lets discuss in this article the basic steps needed to grow marijuana outdoors. We’ll assume you want to grow out a few plants and not give them a lot of attention initially. You simply want to stick your toe in the water and test this marijuana growing thing out. You want to invest as little as possible initially until you find out if its right for you. First you’ll need a seed. You can purchase some really great marijuana seeds http://www.marijuana-seeds.net/NirvanaSeeds.htm. Next, choose the site your going to plant your seed. Scout out a site thats going to get direct light. Usually you’ll want to find a north facing slope. Do not plant it in the open in plain view but rather blend it in next to another shrub or amoung other vegetation as a backdrop. THIS SITE is useful in determining the daylight for your area and when the best time to plant is. Dig a whole about 3 feet deep and 2 or so feet wide. Replace the soil in the hole and leave it loose. Do not pack it down. Water it but don’t flood the hole. Place your seed in the soil about a ¼ - ½ inch or so under the surface and let nature take its course. Sweet. Thats it.
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3. Make it a habit
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Everyone needs a hobby that satisfies them on a deep and emotional level. Getting high on gardening is just as much about the process as it is about smoking the end result. Gardening actually lifts your mood! When you develop a connection with nature it can have profound effects on your body. For instance, gardening is great exercise. Did you know gardening for 30 minutes could have the same effect as ridin
g a bike for 30 minutes? While enjoying yourself in the garden you are working all of your major muscle groups.
Research is showing that gardening for just 30 minutes daily will help:
Increase flexibility
Strengthen joints
Decrease blood pressure and cholesterol levels
Lower your risk for diabetes
Slow osteoporosis
Research is also showing that exposure to dirt may effect your mood as well as boost the immune system…MORE HERE.
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4. Ideas to cultivate
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Apple Pipe:
Traveling with paraphernalia is never a good idea. If you don’t care for rolling joints and are tired of collecting pipes on vacation, pick up an apple. They taste good too
Remove the stem. Push a stick or skewer or something into where the stem was. Push down about half way into the apple. Next push it through the side of the apple perpendicular so the two tunnels meet. Put your weed on the top where the stem was removed. Inhale through the front while you light the top. Yum Yum.
HERE’S a video I found that demonstrates this perfectly. These girls are smokin
All the best,
Eric
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