G.I.P. 2018 I can't make up my mind Glog

Guatemalan Insanity Pepper · Jan 20, 2018

Sinn said:
Damn 3 days? whats the brown stuff you using?

ha, i wish.

i started that tray about a week ago maybe 8 days, it took me a few days to quit procrastinating and start my Glog

brown stuff you see is these plugs

Sinn · Jan 20, 2018

Guatemalan Insanity Pepper said:
ha, i wish.

i started that tray about a week ago maybe 8 days, it took me a few days to quit procrastinating and start my Glog

brown stuff you see is these plugs

Cool got ya thanks for the info a new grower like me can use all the info i can get

Guatemalan Insanity Pepper · Jan 20, 2018

Sinn said:
Cool got ya thanks for the info a new grower like me can use all the info i can get

if your going to give them a try, get them with the tray for the first time like this

it's a little cheaper to buy the replacement plugs, but still not cheap like seed starting potting mix

i find they work fantastic for seedlings or cuttings. they allow you to bottom water the whole tray at once, and they wick up water as they need it. It's kinda spongy like and provides a great ratio of air to water for the root zone

here's an old pic (2016) of a yellow Bubblegum cutting after 5 days

when i tried them out in the Aerogarden, i had to cut them to fit, but they worked great in there too

Trident chilli · Jan 20, 2018

Very impressive list GIP ... I wish you all the very best for your season ... you won't be disappointed with the NeBru7 if you haven't grown it before one of my firm favourites which I grow each season

karoo · Jan 20, 2018

Here I am , halfway through my season , pods everywhere ,,,,,,

and still drooling over germination pics. :rolleyes:

Masher · Jan 20, 2018

Looking great!!! Excellent roots in that Aerogarden. :dance:

Sinn · Jan 20, 2018

Guatemalan Insanity Pepper said:
if your going to give them a try, get them with the tray for the first time like this

it's a little cheaper to buy the replacement plugs, but still not cheap like seed starting potting mix

i find they work fantastic for seedlings or cuttings. they allow you to bottom water the whole tray at once, and they wick up water as they need it. It's kinda spongy like and provides a great ratio of air to water for the root zone

here's an old pic (2016) of a yellow Bubblegum cutting after 5 days

when i tried them out in the Aerogarden, i had to cut them to fit, but they worked great in there too

Those look great thanks for all the tips very much appreciated

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Devv · Jan 20, 2018

Good luck this season!

Killer list and mo work for you

Bhut that;s the fun in it all :dance:

Guatemalan Insanity Pepper · Jan 20, 2018

Devv said:
Good luck this season!

Killer list and mo work for you

Bhut that;s the fun in it all

ha, i wish i would/could say it was no work...

even if i were to only grow 1 kind, there is work involved... (i'm sure you know this) but i am stating this for others reading as well.

while peppers potentially grow like weeds, I have learned through the years, that they all have their slight differences.
Sometimes it is these differences that keeps me intrigued, wanting to learn more, and willing to try the same varietal again, maybe even in a different medium.

Guatemalan Insanity Pepper · Jan 21, 2018

update from the overwintered room;

well some have done better than others, but most of them seem like they didnt even really want to slow down :party:

thermostat is set at 62 and they are getting 1000W HPS and a couple CFL's and a small LED for the corners
lots of new growth, and some winter fruits :dance:

thanks for stopping by to check out my Glog

:cheers:

G.I.P.

ThatBlondGuy101 · Jan 24, 2018

That's a great big list!

Very nice germ pics!

Here I was, thinking that with a list like you have, you'll have your hands full - and then you have the OW's on top of that!!!!!

You're in for a hella good season, I can tell!

All The Best, and look forward to seeing all those wild species! I didn't realise there were so many around!

TBG :party:

PaulG · Jan 27, 2018

Pedal to the metal, GIP! I'm going to have to
give the rapid rooters a try. I want to try rock
wool, too in the 2019 season.

OW's look great - will be interested to see how
you get them ready for summer.
:cheers:

Good luck going forward...

Walchit · Jan 27, 2018

I've seen rapidrooters in action, I should have spent the extra money and used them.

Sinn · Feb 4, 2018

Got the plugs working great couple more question GIP how long can they stay in the plugs and once I transplant them do I have to remove the plant from the plug or can they stay in the plug with potting mix to fill the new cup or pot I put them in?

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Walchit · Feb 4, 2018

The roots will be coming out of all sides of the plug, I doubt you could remove the plant

Sinn · Feb 4, 2018

Walchit said:
The roots will be coming out of all sides of the plug, I doubt you could remove the plant

cool so just dump the plug into the potting mix thanks for all the help guys I appreciate it go eagles!!! Lol

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Dinsdale · Feb 5, 2018

PaulG said:
Pedal to the metal, GIP! I'm going to have to
give the rapid rooters a try. I want to try rock
wool, too in the 2019 season.

I've tried both Root Riot plugs (same thing, different brand) and rockwool.
FWIW, I liked the plugs a lot more. Easier to use and better success rates.

Guatemalan Insanity Pepper · Feb 5, 2018

will be transplanting into 6" square pots pretty soon here
i'll try to remember to take lots of pics

Chilidude · Feb 5, 2018

Looks kind of oasis, that stuff have been used for germinating a long time now with good results.

D3monic · Feb 5, 2018

Awesome list , should be a good year.