New Grower BillyWu's first grow - Think Different autoflowering

[The Squid]

Yes, water your pots before-hand. But make sure they aren't too wet when you put your germed seeds in. You want it warm and moist not wet.

 

[Muddy]

Sounds good, temp is perfect. I'd suggest soaking your seed first in some water till it cracks, then planting in the soil, 1/2" deep.

 

[BillyWu]

Already on it :] Left the seed overnight in water so it sank, now it's sitting in between two damp pieces of kitchen towel with a bowl over the top. When it cracks, it's off to the pot :]

 

[BillyWu]

Waiting for the seed to crack still, should be done tomorrow I hope.

Quick question: Is it best to go with 20/4 lighting or 24/0 lighting for the plant from seedling?

 

[BillyWu]

Update: Shell is starting to crack on the seed :] I've put it in the grow room with the light on, with the paper towels still over it so it's not too bright. Is this a good idea or should I put them near the window instead?

 

[bgrt]

i would go with 20/4 from the start, if it isnt too hot under the lights then its probably fine there. all they need is warmth and damp at this stage.

 

[The Squid]

I have been debating this myself. I am thinking about starting mine on 24 hours for the first couple weeks, not sure yet. I can't decide. It makes sense that the plant needs darkness/rest, but I have seen good results from going 24 for 2-3 weeks.

 

[bgrt]

yeh i dont think itll matter near the start so much but i doubt itll add much for such small seedlings and such a small time. either aslong as its only short i would say.

 

[BillyWu]

Here's the seedling now :] Tap root has just cracked the casing. Gonna let it grow out just a little more before I plant it.

 

[Killijin]

Vegetative growth is the time when 24 hours is most beneficial, babies can suffer from light toxicity with no dark period especially from HID. I plant as soon as they crack with tweezers. I am going 17/17 for seed germination.