16kw RDWC tree grow

[gettogro]

got the g13's all netted and defoliated. looking like my best run ever..

 

[gettogro]

I have been working on dialing in the correct EC for my diy uc's. I used to just use the float valve maintain the water level with just ro water. Doing it this way I really had no Idea what the plants were asking for. This time, every few days I will turn off the top off res and let the plants eat what they want and let the water level just drop a few inches. Wouldnt you know it it works exactly as its supposed to. If the nutes are too high the ph will drop and if thier two low the ph rises and the ppm's drop. I have been giving them exactly what they want this whole run just a little on the light side. I havent had to even touch my bottle of ph down at all. Maybe this is common knowledge but I just figured it out myself. Before I was way over feeding them getting burnt tips and discolored fan leaves. This time the plants look super happy and healthy..

 

[Arminius]

I have been working on dialing in the correct EC for my diy uc's. I used to just use the float valve maintain the water level with just ro water. Doing it this way I really had no Idea what the plants were asking for. This time, every few days I will turn off the top off res and let the plants eat what they want and let the water level just drop a few inches. Wouldnt you know it it works exactly as its supposed to. If the nutes are too high the ph will drop and if thier two low the ph rises and the ppm's drop. I have been giving them exactly what they want this whole run just a little on the light side. I havent had to even touch my bottle of ph down at all. Maybe this is common knowledge but I just figured it out myself. Before I was way over feeding them getting burnt tips and discolored fan leaves. This time the plants look super happy and healthy..

I have had to do the same recently to make sure I wasn't locked. I use a float valve in my control units with RO top off, and by shutting it off for a couple of days, it gives you a true indication of what they are doing, and what they want...
The float valve top off method is awesome, but I have always had a certain level of discomfort not knowing what they are wanting...
Looking good bro, hoping for your best harvey ever!

 

[turbo14]

These are looking great! Are you feeding the stand alone buckets the same EWC and aqua flakes recipe? You are crushing it this round brotha, can't wait to see the harvest.

turbo

 

[Bonzo]

awesome! happy plants indeed!

 

[Dopeboy668]

This is an amazing grow op! Bet it makes everyperson who looks at it wanna try rdwc at least a lil bit. Sure makes me wanna go start buying plumbing parts.

 

[gettogro]

 

[Marlo]

WoW. Looks great in here

 

[Bonzo]

outstanding man!

 

[socialist]

Tree is an understatement. This is something I would expect to see outdoors. You will definitely be glad you defoliated.

 

[gettogro]

Wifi

G13

white rino

G13

 

[gettogro]

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[TickleMyBalls]

Killin' it again. Really awesome man.

 

[Bobby Stainless]

Probably my favorite thread on IC.

 

[dj_greenthumb]

Is there anything the grower can do to promote the amount of crystals/resin getto has? Or is it all the strain?

 

[Greenstar420]

Damn impressive man! Super healthy looking plants, awesome setup, thanx for sharing! Get your scissors ready!

 

[dreadkush]

Impressive

 

[BattleAxe]

awesome!

 

[Green Sky]

Dang...
those are bigger than my outdoor plants.

Inspirational - thanks!

 

[petemoss]

Beautifully constructed UC system, gettogro! Your plants are gorgeous! A couple of questions if I may. Can you go a whole grow without changing the airstones? How do you keep the roots from growing down the drains?