AFN Myth Busters 2017

[pop22]

Foliar feeding is proven to work, its not a myth and the science is out there. On healthy plants its a waste of time IMO, as it is impossible to force feed plants. If you feed a healthy plant via foliar, she's simple absorb less through her roots.

@pop22
This is a tricky one. Not sure if been touched on.
Arguing with a friend now. So I thought it would be a good one.

But if myths that might cause conflict of interest to vendors might be a bit too touchy.

So. If fair game. I'd like the foliar feeding subject touched on.

I think it works. Friend says myth. Reading on the Google says a bit of 50 50 yay and nay.

Cheers!

 

[Master_gRoshi]

Foliar feeding is proven to work, its not a myth and the science is out there. On healthy plants its a waste of time IMO, as it is impossible to force feed plants. If you feed a healthy plant via foliar, she's simple absorb less through her roots.

Well said. Thanks pop.

That being said. Is there a purpose to misting my vegging girls ? Or does it just make me feel like I'm doing something lol.

 

[pop22]

probably at the least helps keeps pests off and helps cool the plant.

Well said. Thanks pop.

That being said. Is there a purpose to misting my vegging girls ? Or does it just make me feel like I'm doing something lol.

 

[Master_gRoshi]

probably at the least helps keeps pests off and helps cool the plant.

Lmao. I religiously mist mine. Bahaha. Sometimes I just need to feel like I'm doing something I guess . I'll keep misting them lol. I'll just think of it as bath time now

 

[Nowitzki44]

I thought you werent supposed to top an autoflower...ive seen multiple people do it recently.

I havent loomed into autos much in more than a year.

 

[Master_gRoshi]

Hey @pop22
Been developing my own theory recently. Would like to know if you have any data on the subject.

I have been noticing vigorous growth and stronger stems with every time I tie my plants down.

My theory is light exposure to the stalks promotes growth. Much like the chemical reaction the plant gives off if it were topped or cut.

Any info on this would be great. Thanks brotha

 

[Master_gRoshi]

I thought you werent supposed to top an autoflower...ive seen multiple people do it recently.

I havent loomed into autos much in more than a year.

You can. For sure. Some don't like it. Some love it. More strain dependent. The issue with topping an auto is the time line. If it stunts for too long it's not good. But I have seen successful toppings for sure. In fact I accidentally topped this one tying it down
It Didn't even care lol.

 

[wiltstone]

Bending or pinching a stalk can cause a increase in growth hormone to that section of the plant. If the stalk is green you might get a little photosynthesis but probably not enough to make a difference. ( my guess or myth)

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[pop22]

I believe its a combination of the stress caused to the stem when you bend it, along with increased light exposure. I've not seen any discussion of this however.

A future experiment is going to be does serious damage to the stem, spark increased growth after the plant recovers? Twice now, I've had badly damaged plants become my best yielding plants of the grow......... Going to deliberating break a few above the third node and see what happens.

Hey @pop22
Been developing my own theory recently. Would like to know if you have any data on the subject.

I have been noticing vigorous growth and stronger stems with every time I tie my plants down.

My theory is light exposure to the stalks promotes growth. Much like the chemical reaction the plant gives off if it were topped or cut.

Any info on this would be great. Thanks brotha

 

[Master_gRoshi]

I believe its a combination of the stress caused to the stem when you bend it, along with increased light exposure. I've not seen any discussion of this however.

A future experiment is going to be does serious damage to the stem, spark increased growth after the plant recovers? Twice now, I've had badly damaged plants become my best yielding plants of the grow......... Going to deliberating break a few above the third node and see what happens.

This particular plant I have had accidental damage. Maybe biggest I have grown yet

But I'm noticing. Every time I really expose the stalks. The plants seem to almost grow out to protect the stalk. Like the fans move and grow bigger. Branches cover it back up.

Been playing with that thought. But the damage testing. I like it.

And supports the theory of stressed branches.