New Grower Another AK Newbie Here: First Grow Ever

[stevie]

Day 5 - Well they say the waiting is the hardest part. No doubt that is true. I was convinced, as many are, my first seeds wouldn't sprout. But sprout they did! This afternoon after work I was treated to 2 of 3 plants sprouting up proudly - the Northern Lights/Big Bud Blend and Polar Express. Here is the Polar Express:

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What is going on with number 3 - the Purple Ryder? Well she could be taking her time . . Or she might have gotten eaten by a mouse, as I found this little dig yesterday. Turns out I have a mouse or two have been lurking in my garage. I caught two last night after finding this little dig.

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That little dig hole is just to the right of where I planted. I am afraid to investigate, so I will give her a few more days to see if she pops her head from the soil. .

But all in all, pretty excited about my first two ladies. Now the real fun begins.

hi akreso,im also on my very first attempt at growing,so good luck, keep them as close to the light as poss i let mine get just 10 to 12 inch away and now i have a bit of stretch from my auto chasing the light. WELCOME

 

[akreso]

Hey Stevie. Thanks for the tip. I think right now they're about 12 inches from the lights. But I'll double check, lower the lights, and keep an eye on it for sure.

Thanks for the welcome. Aside from the amazing knowledge on AFN, this might be the nicest and most supportive crew of folks I've ever encountered - in person or online!

Is your grow posted online? I'll sub up and watch and learn alongside you.

 

[stevie]

yes my friend im on this section ,look for my name stevie.. and yes there are many peeps who will help you on here as they did me yesterday and all with absolute pure knowledge on the subject. i will post a few of my pics up on here for you if you like .. im at day 28 i believe from seed

 

[stevie]

These are couple pics taken yesterday.one pic is showing the white pistols .at close up.

 

[AKNorthernlights]

God luck man...those dam pesky voles will get your seeds.

 

[stevie]

These are couple pics taken yesterday.one pic is showing the white pistols .at close up.

sorry my mistake,ill do that again lol

 

[stevie]

Hope my pics load this time lol

 

[akreso]

They are bastards, those voles. I have waged war on them!

 

[ThaGreenBandit]

Welcome, Reso!! AK stand up!! New members from the 49th state have been popping up quite a bit lately!!
A good alternative to a tent is to convert a wardrobe/ armoire into a grow cab, if you don't mind a little DIY. It's worked great for me so far!

 

[DarshAK]

Hey Gang, Thanks for the input and support. I am thinking about making the investment in some LED. Go ahead and start this off right. Luckily my wife is all in on this project. I have a bunch of thin, silver/shiny insulation sheets left over from my greenhouse so I am going to line this space for reflective walls, as well as tent the front in so the girls are nice and kozy!

I'll keep folks posted as the grow progresses!

Yeah man...get that LED. More light = more growth! Just use due diligence, as with anything you get what you pay for. There are lots of great LED grows on AFN...check those out too.