Blog entries by Twelve12
Posted in the blog: Twelve12's Next Chapter
Hi everyone! Hope you guys are doing well. It has been a long while since we talk. I just want to pop in real quick to give you guys some updates on my life.
I'm doing very well, thank you. I have given up growing due to the location I'm currently living in. The law here is very strict and the...
Posted in the blog: Farewell leter from Twelve12
Dear 420 community,
I'm leaving the community for awhile. How long? Not sure until I get my situation settled with my ex. Long story, some of you know about her in my last journal, knows. Taking some time off to deal with her madness.
Hope you guys continue to research, learn, and help one...
Posted in the blog: Science behind Plants & Humidity
Science behind Humidity
by GroWell UK
Plants and Humidity
Humidity has a major impact upon the overall performance and final yield of plants grown indoors. The level of humidity will alter how your plants function and if you can successfully take control of it as a grow room environmental...
Posted in the blog: Join the 2L DWC-H Experiment
2L = 2L Soda Bottle
DWC = Deep Water Culture
H = Hempy
The 2L DWC-H setup has evolved in my grow room during the time I was running the 2L SOG (inspired by 420fied) back in Feb 2012. At the time I had some plants 1/2 way through and had to shut down the operation in haste (long story). I could...
Posted in the blog: How to win POTM + NOTM contests
First, a big thank you to 420 Magazine for hosting these contests, and the sponsors for providing the prizes to the winners!
There are three different contests each month, Plant of the Month, Nug of the Month, and Member of the Month. In this guide we are only focusing on the first two. Look...
Posted in the blog: 10 Top Photography Composition Rules
10 Top Photography Composition Rules
Written by Pete Williams | Photos by Twelve12
There are no fixed rules in photography, but there are guidelines which can often help you to enhance the impact of your photos.
It may sound clichéd, but the only rule in photography is that there are no...
Posted in the blog: The Origins of the White Widow
The Origins of the White Widow
by Seedsman
The White Widow is without a doubt one of the most successful commercialized cannabis strains on the market today. Perhaps that is also why its history is so problematic. This most famous plant has since its birth in 1994 won a number of awards...
Posted in the blog: Passive Cloning
I made another cloner, this time use a seed starter slots and tray. Then flip the seed starter over and tape one side so it can be lifted without slipping off. Then, we fill the tray with plain water to almost spill. Make sure it does not have cracks or holes before adding in water. Close the...
Posted in the blog: Strain Info: Firestorm
Started the breeding program back in September, 2011. Four months later we have the first result from the first cross; Firestorm. It is a cross between the female Pineapple Express and the male Grapefruit Diesel.
She grew average an of 2 feet in the 2L bottle under 600w HPS. Grew in coco...
Posted in the blog: Photography: It's all about cropping
Ever wonder how to get those nice close ups without having a macro lens or feature on your camera?
What I do is set the camera to shoot RAW files, or large JPEG to allow large area for cropping in. Before shooting make sure you take the time to focus on the plant to get it nice and sharp...
Posted in the blog: How to become member of the month!
How to become Member of The Month.
It is not about being the best. It's about being out there! Let your passion show and hide your identity.
- First read and understand the 420 Guidelines. You should not break any of the rules if you want to become a member of the month.
- Be active: You...
Posted in the blog: Ask Ed's Coco Coir Guide
Ask Ed's Coco Coir Guide
By AskEd
What is coco coir?
Coco coir is the fiberous strands found between the coconut and husk, it’s a by-product of processing coconuts and has recently become available for home gardeners. A lot of people are discovering what a quality growing medium it is and...
Posted in the blog: Different Types of Cross
by Mogie
A "single cross" is another name for an F1 hybrid. When two IBLs are crossed the F1 hybrid, or single cross, is the result. This type of cross has the most uniformity and hybrid vigor which makes it the best choice for the home gardener.
A "double cross" is made by crossing two...
Posted in the blog: Whitehouse Petition - Release of Prisoners related to Cannabis
Prisoners being held for the peaceful,non-violent possession,sale, transport or cultivation of cannabis must be released
Prisoners being held for the peaceful, non-violent possession, sale, transport or cultivation of cannabis hemp must be released immediately. Money and property seized must...
Posted in the blog: MSquared's Dry/Cure Method
Testing out MSquared method on dry/cure and will see how it goes for me. I love experimenting and finding the most effective way. The traditional hang the bud till the stem snap is not as good as it turns out. So, let the journey begin and thanks to MSquared for his thoughts on the subject.
Posted in the blog: The Gas Lantern Routine for Growing Cannabis
The Gas Lantern Routine for Growing Cannabis
By Daniel Boughen
Observing Natural Cycles
During the course of my observations growing cannabis, I have noticed that factors such as clone burn-out seem to suggest that overexposure to light is adversely affecting the hormonal balance of the...
Posted in the blog: Calcium and Magnesium: Beyond the Obvious
Calcium and Magnesium: Beyond the Obvious
by Richard Gellert
Introduction
Calcium and magnesium are common inputs in everyone’s garden. They are the building blocks and catalysts that allow plants to flourish. They are found in the soil and in plant food and in tap water, with some well...
Posted in the blog: History of Cinderella 99
Back in the late nineties, a breeder called Mr Soul, who with his partner Sly formed the Bros Grimm was in Amsterdam. At the time Sensi Seeds had a Coffeeshop where you could buy buds from their mother plants to sample the strains before you bought the seeds. Mr Soul visited this shop and found...
Posted in the blog: Plants that Repel Pests
Plants that Repel Pests
There are many natural ways to control or eliminate common garden pests such as aphids, white flies and spider mites without resorting to dangerous pesticides.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, pesticides have been linked to cancer, nerve damage...