ChatGPT grow tips

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I made this spray and it worked.

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@LITFAMaster What do u think about this topic? And make a comparison that what u can contribute to growing cannabis and ChatGPT.

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Hey @Azure! :seedling:

First off, those spray bottles look like they mean business! I hope whatever concoction you whipped up is as magical as it looks. Just remember, when it comes to sprays, less is often more—LITFA, my friend!

Now, about the comparison between me and ChatGPT:

  • LITFAMaster: I’m all about that chill vibe. I’ll tell you to relax, let your plants do their thing, and maybe throw in a joke or two about how plants grow better when you’re not hovering over them like a helicopter parent. My motto? “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!”

  • ChatGPT: It’s like the encyclopedia of knowledge! Need a detailed explanation on nutrient ratios or pest management? ChatGPT’s got your back with all the facts and figures. But sometimes, it might forget to remind you to just let your plants be.

So, while ChatGPT can give you the nitty-gritty, I’m here to sprinkle some humor and remind you to take a step back and enjoy the process. After all, growing cannabis should be fun, not a full-time job!

Keep up the good work with that spray, and remember: LITFA! :herb::smile:

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Used this foliar spray on Panama/PNG x Kandahar Black and leaves definitely perked up.

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Ehhh. Chatgpt will lie constantly depending on how you prompt it. I would not base my plant care on it. For instance it’s food recipes are pretty atrocious

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I don’t get why you’d gamble with the automated bullshit machine where there’s a wealth of real knowledge available right here.

You might get lucky but you might not.

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@LITFAMaster make me a magical recipe that’s guaranteed to show results and definitely not be the confirmation bias I’m looking for having done the thing.

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Hey @sardinebags! I totally get where you’re coming from. Relying on a chatbot for plant care is like asking a cat for advice on how to catch mice—might be entertaining, but not exactly reliable! :joy_cat:

Now, let’s whip up a magical recipe that’s as close to guaranteed as you can get without summoning a garden gnome. Here’s a simple, effective plant food mix that’ll have your plants singing (or at least growing) in no time:

Magical Plant Food Recipe :seedling::sparkles:

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon of Epsom salt (for magnesium)
  • 1 tablespoon of baking soda (to balance pH)
  • 1 tablespoon of molasses (for sugars and microbes)
  • 1 gallon of water

Instructions:

  1. Mix It Up: In a large container, combine the Epsom salt, baking soda, and molasses with the water. Stir until everything is dissolved.
  2. Feed Your Plants: Use this mix to water your plants once every 2-4 weeks. Just make sure not to drown them—remember, LITFA!
  3. Observe: Sit back, relax, and watch your plants thrive. If they start looking like they’re auditioning for a horror movie, maybe ease up on the love!

And remember, the key to success is to LITFA! Overthinking can lead to overwatering, over-fertilizing, and all sorts of plant drama. So, let your plants do their thing and enjoy the show! :herb::tada:

If you have any other questions or need more tips, just holler!

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I like the structure on this plant.

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:joy: that’s awesome.

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I’m working on a version of chatgpt which is trained on all “The Potcast” episodes and I plan to add even more data to it. Right now it’s super expensive to use but it’s very very highly accurate with cultivar/breeder info that is discussed in the podcast. My hope is collect as much as possible of the cannabis history, breeder info, real cultivar info and accurate grow tips.

It’s very very fun to play around with and I hope that I can release a version of it if I get the cost down.

Pz :v:t2:

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It appears to be Kandahar dominate as the PNG influence can have wild branching. I gave a bunch of girls to friends so there are 8 females out there. Should be fun to compare the results.
This one has a lemon skunk smell at the moment.

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Looks like a fine recipe, I’d use it! :ocean::desert_island:

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It is just scraping the internet. Probably came from here. In an earlier version before I stopped using ChatGPT, it would tell you its sources were roll it up etc. about as reliable as reading a forum.

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ChatGPT won’t teach you anything new, which makes it very convenient for growing weed, since there is nothing new to discover here. I’d like a grow schedule that they used in China way before Christ to grow their Skunk BC!

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From deepseek (free):

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Beyond foliar feeding, here are key strategies to maximize cannabis growth and health:

  1. Optimize Environmental Control:

    • Lighting: Ensure sufficient intensity (PPFD/DLI) matched to growth stage. Use full-spectrum LEDs or quality HPS. Maintain proper distance to prevent bleaching/stretching. Aim for 18/6 (veg) or 12/12 (flower) photoperiods.
    • Temperature: Ideal range: 70-85°F (21-30°C) day, slightly cooler at night (65-75°F / 18-24°C). Avoid extremes.
    • Humidity & VPD: Maintain stage-appropriate humidity (veg: 40-70%, early flower: 40-50%, late flower: 30-40%). Use a Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) chart for optimal transpiration.
    • Airflow & Ventilation: Strong oscillating fans prevent stagnant air, strengthen stems, deter pests/mold. Ensure constant fresh air intake and exhaust for CO2 replenishment/heat control.

  2. Root Zone Excellence:

    • Watering Practices: Water deeply, then allow the medium to dry significantly before watering again (lift pots to feel weight). Avoid chronic overwatering (biggest killer) or underwatering.
    • Water Quality: Use filtered or reverse osmosis (RO) water if tap water is high in dissolved solids (>150 ppm) or chloramine. Ideal pH 6.0-6.8 (soil), 5.5-6.2 (coco/hydro).
    • Root Health: Add beneficial microbes (mycorrhizae, Bacillus, Trichoderma) to inoculate roots, enhance nutrient uptake, and suppress pathogens. Consider root boosters (kelp, humics, fulvics).
    • Pot Size & Root Pruning: Use appropriately sized pots. Fabric pots encourage air pruning for denser root balls. Transplant before becoming rootbound.

  3. Precise Nutrition:

    • Balanced Base Nutrients: Use a reputable fertilizer program designed for cannabis stages (veg N-heavy, flower P/K-heavy). Follow feed charts as a starting point.
    • EC/TDS/PPM Monitoring: Measure nutrient solution strength (Electrical Conductivity/Total Dissolved Solids/Parts Per Million). Start LOW (1/4-1/2 strength) and increase gradually based on plant response. Avoid overfeeding (“nute burn”).
    • pH Management: Religiously check and adjust pH every time you water or feed. Incorrect pH locks out nutrients. Use a calibrated pH pen.
    • Supplements: Use strategically:
      • Silica: Strengthens cell walls (improves heat/drought/pest resistance, supports heavy buds).
      • Kelp/Seaweed Extracts: Provide natural growth hormones (auxins, cytokinins), trace minerals, and stress resistance.
      • Humic/Fulvic Acids: Chelate nutrients (making them more available), improve soil structure/microbe activity, enhance stress tolerance.

  4. Plant Training & Canopy Management:

    • Low-Stress Training (LST): Gently bend and tie down branches early in veg to create an even canopy, exposing more bud sites to light.
    • Topping/Fimming: Pinch/cut the main growth tip early to promote multiple main colas instead of one.
    • Screen of Green (SCROG): Use a horizontal screen to spread branches and maximize light penetration to bud sites.
    • Strategic Defoliation: Carefully remove large fan leaves blocking light to lower bud sites during late veg/early flower (avoid heavy defoliation mid-late flower). Improves airflow and light penetration. Don’t overdo it!
    • Lollipopping: Remove lower, weak branches and growth that won’t receive adequate light in early flower. Focuses energy on top buds.

  5. Preventative Pest & Disease Management:

    • Sanitation: Keep the grow area immaculate. Remove dead leaves promptly.
    • IPM (Integrated Pest Management): Regularly scout plants. Use neem oil (veg only), insecticidal soap, or beneficial insects (ladybugs, predatory mites) preventatively or at first sign. Ensure good airflow to prevent powdery mildew/botrytis.
    • Quarantine: Isolate new plants before introducing them.

  6. Genetics Matter: Start with high-quality seeds or clones from reputable breeders known for vigor and desired traits.

Key Principles to Remember:

  • Consistency is Crucial: Avoid drastic swings in environment or feeding.
  • Observe Your Plants: They tell you what they need (leaf color, posture, growth rate). Respond accordingly.
  • Less is Often More: Especially with nutrients and training stress. Start low and increase gradually.
  • Holistic Approach: All these factors interact. Optimizing just one while neglecting others won’t yield maximum results.

By focusing on creating the ideal environment, nurturing the root zone, providing precise nutrition, managing the canopy, and preventing problems, you’ll give your cannabis plants the foundation they need for explosive, healthy growth and maximum yields.

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Enjoy the random hallucination in the part you would never notice.

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For what its worth, there are already a ton of great peer reviewed resources that have been proofread for accuracy.

This is one of my favorites.

Why rely on a less reliable format that is known for providing incorrect information?

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Just giving examples of AI in the AI thread, cheers all :beers: have a great day :v:

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Here’s a prompt about foliar recipes for good luck :four_leaf_clover::+1:

Here are effective, science-backed foliar spray recipes for cannabis, categorized by purpose. Always prioritize safety and start with lower doses:

:shield: Critical Precautions First

  1. pH Matters: Adjust spray solution to pH 5.8 - 6.3 (slightly acidic for optimal leaf absorption).
  2. Low EC/TDS: Keep total dissolved solids below 500 ppm (ideally 200-400 ppm) to avoid leaf burn.
  3. Spray Timing: Apply 1-2 hours after lights ON or 1-2 hours before lights OFF. Never spray under intense light or in darkness.
  4. Avoid Flowers: Stop spraying buds by Week 2-3 of flowering to prevent mold. Focus on undersides of leaves only.
  5. Test First: Spray 1 leaf & wait 24h before full application.
  6. Water Quality: Use RO or distilled water if possible.

:seedling: 1. Vegetative Stage Growth & Vitality Boosters

  • Kelp/Algae Extract Spray (Hormones & Micronutrients):
    • 1-2 tsp (5-10ml) high-quality liquid kelp (e.g., Ascophyllum nodosum)
    • 1/4 tsp (1-2ml) fulvic acid (optional, enhances uptake)
    • 1 gallon (4L) water
    • Frequency: Every 7-10 days.
  • Amino Acid & Vitamin Spray (Stress Relief & Growth):
    • 1-2 tsp (5-10ml) liquid amino acid supplement
    • 1/4 tsp (1ml) vitamin B1 (Thiamine) or a balanced vitamin B complex
    • 1 gallon (4L) water
    • Frequency: Every 10-14 days, especially after topping/transplanting.

:crossed_swords: 2. Pest & Disease Prevention/Control

  • Neem Oil Spray (Broad-Spectrum Pest & Fungal Deterrent - VEG ONLY):
    • 1-2 tsp (5-10ml) cold-pressed neem oil
    • 1/2 tsp (2-3ml) insecticidal soap or liquid dish soap (non-degreaser, fragrance-free)
    • 1 gallon (4L) warm water (mix neem/soap first, then add water)
    • Frequency: Preventative: Every 7-10 days. Active Infestation: Every 3-5 days (3 applications max). STOP in Flower!
  • Potassium Bicarbonate Spray (Powdery Mildew Fighter):
    • 1 tbsp (15g) potassium bicarbonate (e.g., GreenCure, MilStop)
    • 1/2 tsp (2-3ml) insecticidal soap (as a spreader/sticker)
    • 1 gallon (4L) water
    • Frequency: At first sign of PM, apply every 3-4 days (max 3 apps). Rinse after 4-6 hours. Test pH!

:balance_scale: 3. Correcting Specific Deficiencies (Short-Term Fix)

  • Cal-Mag Foliar (Quick Fix for Ca/Mg):
    • 1/2 - 1 tsp (2.5-5ml) calcium-magnesium supplement
    • 1/4 tsp (1ml) fulvic acid (optional)
    • 1 gallon (4L) water
    • Frequency: 1-2 applications max, 3 days apart. Fix root zone issue!
  • Iron Chelate Spray (Iron Deficiency - Interveinal Chlorosis):
    • 1/4 - 1/2 tsp (1-2.5ml) chelated iron (Fe-EDDHA or Fe-DTPA)
    • 1 gallon (4L) water
    • Frequency: Once, maybe twice. Check root zone pH!

:cherry_blossom: 4. Early Flower Support (Weeks 1-3 ONLY)

  • Kelp + Silica Spray (Stress Resilience & Structure):
    • 1 tsp (5ml) liquid kelp
    • 1/4 - 1/2 tsp (1-2.5ml) soluble potassium silicate (e.g., AgSil 16H - follow product dilution!)
    • 1 gallon (4L) water (MIX SILICA FIRST, let sit 15 min, then add kelp)
    • Frequency: Once in early flower. Silica raises pH - adjust final solution pH!

:test_tube: Key Additives & Considerations

  • Wetting Agent/Sticker: Add 1/4 tsp/gallon yucca extract or aloe vera juice (not gel) to help spray stick and spread.
  • Temperature: Spray when temps are below 80°F (27°C).
  • No Overlap: Don’t combine too many ingredients (kelp + aminos is usually safe; avoid mixing oils/minerals).
  • Microbes? Foliar-applied Bacillus or Trichoderma exist, but efficacy is debated. Root inoculation is more reliable.

:x: Avoid These

  • Essential oils (rosemary, peppermint) - variable efficacy, risk of phytotoxicity.
  • Milk/DIY fungicides - inconsistent, can smell bad.
  • High-nitrogen fertilizers - easily burns leaves.
  • Any spray during mid-late flower.

Remember: Foliar feeding is a supplement, not a replacement for optimal root zone nutrition and environment. Fix underlying issues first! :man_scientist: