Issue #609 - Sunday, December 24, 2023 Dear Fellow Grower, In today's issue... - We've all seen clear trichomes, white trichomes, and amber trichomes when cannabis plants get older. The color helps us know when to harvest! But what happens when you get those rare trichomes that
are a different color, like purple? It could be confusing, but not after today. Let's see what to do with those oh-so-special, fancy-pants purple trichomes!
- Okay, you might get a bit excited about purple trichomes and we're willing to take the blame for that. But when your hunger for rare-colored trichomes reaches its peak, we know one of the very few places you can obtain the thing you desire. And with all this talk
about precious purple, I bet they won't last long...
- Every week, we receive tons of pictures from growers like you and handpick the ones that give the best vibe. We want you to see what's in the trophy pics and want to do what they do. The Trophy Pics this week are all winners, but a fair warning: one of them is gonna make city-folk green with jealousy.
Nebula Haze & Sirius Fourside (founders of
GrowWeedEasy.com) "An ounce of action is worth a ton of theory." ~Ralph Waldo Emerson Marijuana growers often examine the color of the cannabis trichome heads as harvest time approaches. These trichome heads typically turn white when buds reach maximum THC levels, but not always. What Makes Trichomes Turn Purple (or Pink or Other Jewel Colors)
What makes cannabis trichomes turn purple: Genetics. While growers have developed methods to increase the
amount of purple on your buds or leaves (temperature swings, cold nights, LEDs, slightly lower pH, harvest on the later side, etc.), the color of trichomes is almost 100% dependent on your genetics. The strain is in charge when it comes to cannabis trichome color. For Most Strains, Trichomes Go from Clear > White > Amber (Yellow)…
With most cannabis strains, the trichomes appear with clear glass-looking
heads, turn a milky white when they hit peak THC, and then turn amber (a nice way of saying “yellow”) when the THC is starting to degrade. For optimum potency, most growers harvest weed when the heads are mostly white or just starting to turn amber.
- Clear trichomes – not ready for harvest
- White trichomes – highest THC
- Amber/yellow trichomes – more sleepy effect, THC is starting to degrade
Clear
trichomes (not ready yet – these are a sign of low THC potency) Mostly white trichomes (max THC potency) Mostly amber/yellow trichomes (THC is starting to degrade, effects are more “sleepy”) What about purple trichomes? When Do You Harvest Weed with Purple Trichomes?
Unfortunately, with cannabis strains that grow purple trichomes, you can’t use the color to know when to harvest the buds. So how do you know when to harvest your weed?
- Option 1: Ask the breeder – Most trustworthy cannabis breeders will answer questions about their strains, including hints about the best time to harvest buds. Additionally, the strain description from when you bought the seeds may have relevant information.
- Option 2: Look at the buds directly to see whether they look ready to harvest. Here is a picture gallery of ready-to-harvest cannabis buds to help guide you.
Some cannabis strains produce trichomes in colors like purple or pink. These trichomes may never turn white. When it comes to these “exotic” trichomes, the standard rules don’t always apply. In these cases, it’s best to ask the breeder when the trichomes indicate readiness. If that’s not possible, make
sure to look at the buds and ensure they look ready from a visual inspection and use the trichomes as only a secondary indicator. These trichomes started white as normal and then just turned purple instead of amber. But for some strains, the trichomes turn purple from the beginning and therefore the color doesn’t tell you anything about potency. That’s why, with colorful trichomes, it can be best to either ask the breeder about when to harvest, or judge the apparent maturity of the plant. Regardless of the color of trichomes, most cannabis strains are ready to harvest when buds look
solid. At this point, all of the hairs on the buds have darkened and curled in. When you can’t tell when to harvest based on the trichomes, use the visual appearance of the buds to guide you. Here is how to look at the buds themselves to determine when to harvest. Need more help knowing when to harvest cannabis?
Harvest your weed at the right time and get rewarded!
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Purple Trichome Hash, Anyone?
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This is Purple Lemonade Auto by North Atlantic Seed Co. It
has a healthy amount of THC (~20) and it flowers quickly (70 days). Also, it's one of the few strains of cannabis that will reliably produce plants that grow purple trichomes. It got me thinking... Wouldn't this plant make kief and hash with a purple tint? Wouldn't a pure tincture also be tinted purple? If anyone has tried it (and has pics) let us know! Also, just check out this crazy, trichome-encrusted specimen. It's Crescendo RBx1 by Ethos Genetics. Ethos is one of our favorite breeders. Everything we've grown from them has been
amazing, and North Atlantic Seed Co. is one of the only places you can get their stuff! "Excellent and timely article! I am in soil and did my 1st defoliation a week ago (before article). After reading the article, it makes perfect sense that I shouldn’t defoliate if not using added nutrients. I canceled my second defoliation. Both of you and your work are greatly appreciated!" ~Groot Hey Groot, good to
hear from you! Glad we could help with keeping your current cannabis crop happy. Remember ya'll, if you're not adding nutrients, defoliate less. 👍 ~Sirius "Pleased to meet you. Old schooler from Ohio found you on Gargle checking information on germination. I was mainly a cloner 40 years ago. Yeah, I'm 70. I live in a fascist state that is whining and crying about the voters passed legalization by 57%. Have acquired some equipment and some wedding cake seeds. IT'S ON!.
I been a toker since 1968. I am really happy about living long enough to experience the freedom of
my culture. I am certain that I will use your support and products very soon. I have been and now a current member of NORML."
~Ronnie We follow legalization worldwide, and frankly, it's crazy how often politicians in the US do the exact opposite of what their voters demand. Your time to toke will come soon, Ohio!~Sirius "I read you guys don't like some strain names. Do you not like LSD or Green Crack?" ~Jimmi In my opinion, it all depends on the particular name. I don't have a problem with LSD personally because the drug itself doesn't have a negative connotation. Green crack is the opposite because crack is specifically known for its reputation as a
life-destroyer. It sucks because I know there's an amazing strain being missed because it has an awful name. There are a few strain names so bad that I won't even type them here. 😬 ~Sirius
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📸 Trophy Pics of the Week
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"Just wanted to shah mah 3 Papaya fems in living soil, under 2 ts-1000 mahshydro led & mah 1st manifold, aka mainlining, attempt & my 1st fully cloan attempt. Still have to hahvest & dry b4 💯 success but looks good so fah! Smells even bettah!! Got 2 phenoh types & took clone while minifolding. All possible from yous guys hahd work & most useful infahmation in one place! Keep up the
great work & my next led upgrade Im makin thru yah link cuz I support both of yous in what you do. Respect!🤜🤛
♥️Happy day!!"
~Burnzy These colas are so fat that they're slowly bending over. There's a term professionals use for this: "Awesome" ~Sirius "This was my second grow ever. My grandkids named it “Jiddys Jungle!”" ~Gerard I would love to see this garden on my street! Your grandkids weren't kidding; that's not just a jungle, it's a step away from being a full-blown Jumanji! 🤣 ~Sirius [No description included.] |
~Lan These pictures are fantastic, but the lighting and lack of a description make me wonder what this weed did to our friend who grew them. Lan, I hope you're okay and that these plants are treating you right.
~Sirius "Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I am gobbling it up. Have a 4 by 4 space, but am currently trying to get heat into this apartment I'm building. There is only a woodstove at the moment. I wish I could clone myself. There is so much work to do. But I am stubborn and will make it all work. Does exposure to cold lower potency near harvest? I'm sure it's not good. Will let you know how it
progresses. Photo is of gg4's close to harvest. Hampered development from not the best soil. My next attempt will be better. You all inspire me. Bless you. 💚" |
~Steffan Extreme heat and cold can both lower potency near harvest since the plant can't grow optimally. If you can keep the nighttime temps in the 60s, you'll be good to go. Either way, your plant looks good! 👍
~Sirius
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💻🕵️♂️🗽 Breaking: Man Hacks Statue of Liberty!
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Warning: Don't Try These Hacks At Home!
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FBI: "This extreme hacking footage was filmed at Staples" When I was a kid in the 90s, the term "hacking" came with a degree of respect applied to it. Many people assumed that hackers were fighting against an unjust system with their computer-based talents. For reference, see the terrible movie "Hackers" starring Angelina Jolie, or "Swordfish", starring John
Travolta. These days, you only hear one kind of story about hackers: "Hacker group steals a bunch of information to sell to the worst kind of scammers". Or maybe, "Hackers break into system and hold [something] for ransom". In the 2020s, hacking has been mostly utilized as the new, powerful arm of the scammer empire and it's only getting worse with the advent of AI. But there's good news! Luckily, most scams won't work unless you
participate. That's good news because that means none of them will work as long as you don't talk to anyone who gives you suspicious vibes. It's better for you to be safe than sorry, and many companies know this and act accordingly and will accommodate your attention to safety. All that hacker work is a waste when none of us play along. Make sure to watch out for seed scams! Remember: Real seed businesses don't contact you. They let you contact them. If anyone
messages you to sell you seeds on social media, look out! It's possible they will take your payment and send nothing. Always take a second to think before sending money to anyone, especially if they contact you (whether by DM, text message, phone call, email, etc.). Recommended Cannabis Seed Sources
These sources have gotten great reviews from our readers:
- Seed Supreme – California, United States
- ILGM (I Love Growing Marijuana) – California, United States
- NorthAtlanticSeedCo –
Maine, United States
- MSNL – Netherlands bank with shipping centers in the US, Canada, and UK.
GrowWeedEasy.com has hundreds and hundreds of pages! Check out some articles you may not have seen... Ready-To-Harvest Cannabis Picture Gallery -
Knowing when to harvest cannabis with purple trichomes can be tricky...unless you know what to look for. This guide will show you how to judge the harvest readiness of a cannabis plant by looking at its structure. Sounds tough? It isn't tough at all, and you can learn by just looking at pictures! I swear, it's as fun as it is informative. What do trichomes look like when ready to harvest? [Ready-to-Harvest Trichome Picture Gallery] - Picture this: You're trying to figure out if your cannabis plants are ready for harvest. You checked out the article directly above this one, but you're still confused. As long as your plant doesn't have purple trichomes, then
this article is the answer you're looking for. It's a picture guide of what to look for in a harvest-ready plant when judging by a plants trichomes. When Are Marijuana Buds Ready to Harvest? - This article is the granddaddy of the two articles above. This will cover both aspects of judging if a plant is ready: looking at the plant structure,
and looking at the trichomes. The only thing better than using these articles to tell if your plant is ready would be having an experienced grower look at your plants for you. And honestly, I think these pictures will get you pretty close. If you love our newsletter, check out 5 Free Ways to Support GrowWeedEasy.com!
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Nebula Haze: When I first started growing, I struggled. Now, it is my mission to make it easy for new growers to get started while helping advanced growers get bigger, better yields with less time and money. We update/add articles every week. Anyone and everyone can grow if they want to! Learn which seed sources are recommended by Nebula Haze Sirius Fourside: Sirius Fourside is a hobbyist grower who has gained the bulk of his experience growing in water as a medium (deep water culture, bubbleponics). "Growing
cannabis can be a relaxing hobby in and of itself, but it also saves you money and keeps you from having to deal with shady characters. Cannabis is much easier to grow than people give it credit for, and growing in water doesn't increase the difficulty much, if any. But whether you want to grow in water, coco, or a different medium, we'll show you how easy it can be!" Copyright (c) 2023 GrowWeedEasy.com NOTE: If links aren't working or if pictures are not showing up properly, please view the full newsletter here: http://archive.aweber.com/gwe-updates Disclaimer: Grow Weed Easy only recommends products that we've either personally checked out ourselves, or that come from people we know and trust. For doing so, we may receive a commission. Nothing in this e-mail should be considered personalized Financial, Legal, or Medical Advice. The contributors to this magazine grow legally under their local laws but are not lawyers or medical professionals. Any decision to grow
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