Growers use and review Mites & Mildew…

April 25, 2017August 5, 2017 / Scott

The folks over at Mites & Mildew were kind enough to send us samples of their product to share with our followers to use and review. So as soon as the bottles came in we shipped them right back out to Maine cannabis growers for them to test.

Here are what two of them have had to say, first we hear from Brandon Cook:

“History:

I upgraded from a standard hood and open vent to a cool tube and closed vent system. The grow I was having a problem with was in a 4’X2′ tent. Based on my research, it was the lack of moving air caused a white powdery mildew (WPM) to form. I tried hand cleaning with water and even trimming effected leaves with no avail. I finally got some neem oil and that seemed to work, but only short term as the WPM re-appeared. The plants affected initially have been harvested.

Since this time, I have enlarged my grow room to a 11’ X 6’ area with both a veg and flower section. My flower room is about 4’X6’. I now have a two-section vent exhaust system and two fans (one moving air in each room). I again noticed some minor WPM forming on some fan leaves in my flower room but thankfully have seen nothing in my veg room at this time.

I saw the post for the Mites & Mildew on Maine Seedlings and asked to be part of the review process and was happy when my bottle arrived in the mail!

Test Tracking, pictures and notes

4.13.17 received product and mixed 15ml per 24oz spray bottle based on mix instructions included. Very easy to mix and apply.

4.13.17 – cleaned one leaf as test. Very easy to use – picture taken

Powdery Mildew treatment using Mites & Mildew — powdery mildew before treatment

a clean leaf after treatment with Mites & Mildew

4.14.17 – Cleansing did no visible harm to leaf and it seems to be cleaner. I plan on expanding treatment with the Mites & Mildew to the other effected leaves tonight – morning picture taken.

4.14.17 – cleaned all of the infected leaves. Most towards the inner leaves and pictures don’t show the it all. Evening pictures to follow.

4.15.17 – Treating with Mite & Mildew showed very positive results.

At this this point all affected leaves have been treated and remain WPM free, I am VERY happy with the results.”

Thank you Brandon for taking he time to let us know hw things went, greatly appreciated.

And this response/review is from Weezie who also received a free sample of Mites & Mildew:

“I received it and started using it immediately and works great, powdery mildew is gone and I’ve not seen it since… Thank you so very much!!!”

If you’d like to learn more about Mites & Mildew head over to their website and while we’re at it here’s a link to their Instagram account as well.

We have our 420 contest WINNERS!!!!!….

April 20, 2017August 5, 2017 / Scott

Medical Marijuana

We have our winners!

We know that the contest was for two winners but we had sooooooo many people enter that we wanted to add one more winner (for a total of 3).

The first two winners getting the full prize packages are:

Summer

Andrea M.

The third winner will get three clones as well and as many of the nutrients and other goodies we can put together him.

And our third winner is:

Ed B.

This is the complete list of what the lucky winners will be getting from us (and those companies kind enough to contribute to this 420 prize package extraordinaire)

1 – A 3-pack of Chocolope clones

1 – RX Green Solutions Grow A & B 1 Quart Bundle

1 – RX Green Solutions Bloom A & B 1 Quart Bundle

1 – HydroGuard from Botanicare

1 – RhizoBlast from Botanicare

1 – Mites & Mildew

1- Tappin’ Roots

1 – Kleen Kanteen aluminum stash container

1 – 4 piece Grinder

1 – Beautiful hand lacquered cigar box (what smoker doesn’t have fond memories of the old cigar “stash” box)

So you lucky winners get in touch with us (and don’t try to fool me, I know who you are) by email (info@MaineSeedlings.com) and we will make arrangements for you to pick up your prize packages next week.

If for some reason one of the winners is unable to get their winning package we will draw another person to award the prize package to.

A BIG “Thank you” to ALL of the people who took the time to enter our contest.

The perfect shirt to celebrate 420 in!…

April 20, 2017August 5, 2017 / Scott

Medical Marijuana If you are looking for the perfect shirt to wear to celebrate 420 this is it! Go check it out on Etsy… and HAPPY 420!

Our first ever 420 contest!…

April 11, 2017August 5, 2017 / Scott

Medical Marijuana CLones

Yes you read that correctly, we are having our first ever 420 contest and are pulling out all of the stops!

Strawberry Cough, White Widow and other marijuana clones.

This is the complete list of what two lucky winners will be getting from us (and those companies kind enough to contribute to this 420 prize package extraordinaire)

1 – A 3-pack of Chocolope clones

1 – RX Green Solutions Grow A & B 1 Quart Bundle

1 – RX Green Solutions Bloom A & B 1 Quart Bundle

1 – HydroGuard from Botanicare

1 – RhizoBlast from Botanicare

1 – Mites & Mildew

1- Tappin’ Roots

1 – Kleen Kanteen aluminum stash container

1 – 4 piece Grinder

1 – Beautiful hand lacquered cigar box (what smoker doesn’t have fond memories of the old cigar “stash” box)

Here are the rules, simple and easy to understand:

1. You will need to be a Maine resident 21 years of age or older (you DO NOT need to be a MMMP participant)

2. You will need to “Like” us on Facebook, follow us on YouTube or Instagram (if you’ve “liked” or followed us already this requirement is waved)

3. Leave a comment on any of our YouTube videos or

4. Leave a comment on any Instagram image

5. Send us an email telling us you’ve completed all five steps and then you just sit back and wait for your name to be drawn!!!

Everyone who completes steps 1 through 5 will have their name thrown into a hat (figuratively) and at 4:20 on 4/20 we will pull two winners from that figurative hat and announce them right here, on Facebook and on Instagram.

Good luck everyone!

Medical Marijuana CLones

*Winners will need to pickup their prize package in person and in the Portland area at a day and time that is mutually convenient

Our marijuana clones list for April 10th..

April 10, 2017August 5, 2017 / Scott

Here is our latest list of medical marijuana clones, you’ll notice that not only is strain information included (Indica, Sativa or Hybrid), but so is the flowering time (in days from seed to flower) to help you make the best choice based on your needs.

Our current list (as of 4/10/17), email us (Info@MaineSeedlings.com), text us (1-207-613-5650) or leave a voicemail to place an order:

35- 710 Cheese – Mostly Indica – 63-70 days

15- Amnesia Haze – Mostly Sativa – 70-75 Days

14- Chocolope – Sativa – 70-84 Days

16- Pineapple Express – Mostly Indica – 55 Days

10- Strawberry Cough – Mostly Sativa – 60-66 Days

13- White Widow – 80% Indica / 20% Sativa – 56-70 Days

Our clones are between 8 and 12 inches tall.

We are taking appointments daily and will meet with patients in either the Portland or Biddeford areas (depending on the town you’re coming from).

They go quickly and on a first come first served basis, but we will do our best to get you the strain(s) and number(s) you are looking for.

PRICES: Individual clones are $35 each or $175 a six pack.

With every six pack you will receive one free clone (check out the details here).

You can reach us via email (Info@MaineSeedlings.com), text (1-207-613-5650) or voicemail with any question or to place an order.

As these clones are only available to those participating in the Maine Medical Marijuana Program here are some of the rules regarding seedlings (clones).

MMMP Rule 1.17.5:
“Seedling – Seedling means a marijuana plant that has no flowers (or buds), is less than 12 inches in height and diameter. A plant that does not meet all three criteria will not be considered a seedling.”

MMMP Rule 4.10.1.2:
“Incidental amount of marijuana. A qualifying patient may possess an incidental amount of marijuana.”

MMMP Rule 4.10.1.2.1:
“Incidental amount of marijuana per patient means… an unlimited amount of marijuana seedlings…”

You can find the complete list of program rules at the Maine Medical Marijuana Program (MMMP) website

A new project with Aurora Innovations…

March 30, 2017August 5, 2017 / Scott

On Tuesday I was fortunate enough to have a cup of coffee with Adam Sutton, the regional sales rep for Aurora Innovations (the good folks who bring you Roots Organic, Soul Nutrients, SOS, etc.) and I got to pick his brain about both his products and growing in general.

Because of that conversation, beginning next week (the first week of April) we will be starting a new 12 pot hydroponic grow exclusively using the Soul nutrient line!

We have been growing medical marijuana here in Maine for years and this is the first time ever that we’ve made such a “wholesale” nutrient change in one of our grows (it’s always been just a little tweaking here and a little tweaking there).

I’m sure you’re wondering “but how does this impact me?” , well let me tell you how… our plan is to closely document exactly how this grow goes and the results we get using the Soul Nutrients line and sharing those results with you.

Big change makes me just a little nervous, but mostly I’m excited about the opportunity that lays ahead.

Stay tuned!

We are looking for your help….

March 28, 2017August 5, 2017 / SEccleston

The good folks at Washout Garden Supplies were kind enough to send us a bottle of their “Mites & Mildew Washout” for testing and to see firsthand how well it works (and to share the results with our readers).

This is where you make come in.

We are looking for a grower here in the southern Maine area that’s having an issue with either powdery milder and/or spider mites, if you are please drop us an email or send us a text (207-613-5650) and let’s give the “Mites & Mildew Washout” a good Maine test*.

Here’s some of the important things to know about the washout:

Made from 100% organic all natural products
Nontoxic and environmentally friendly
Biodegradable
No synthetic additives
No harmful residues because this formula is 100% plant derived
Ideal for indoor and outdoor plant and greenhouse use
Leaves a natural shine without clogging the stomata
Easy to apply (just spray on the plant)
Mixes completely with water
No surfactant (soap or similar) needed
No threat to humans or other higher animals

Another important aspect is the ability to use it up to 5 days before harvest.

You can checkout Mites & Mildew at their website and over on Instagram.

So Please, if you are a grower here in the southern Maine and have an issue with powdery milder and/or mites* please drop us an email or send us a text (207-613-5650) and help us test “Mites & Mildew Washout”.

*Any participants will be listed simply as “volunteer tester” when we post the results.

Marijuana Clone list for March 27th…

March 27, 2017August 5, 2017 / Scott

Here is our latest list of medical marijuana clones, you’ll notice that not only is the strain information included (Indica, Sativa or Hybrid), but so is the flowering time (in days) to help you make the best choice based on your needs.

Our current list (as of 3/27/17), email us (Info@MaineSeedlings.com), text us (1-207-613-5650) or leave a voicemail to place an order:

30- 710 Cheese – Mostly Indica – 63-70 days

8- Amnesia Haze – Mostly Sativa – 70-75 Days

4- Atomic Bomb – 50/50 Hybrid – 56 – 63 days

28- Chocolope – Sativa – 70-84 Days

2- Cotton Candy – Indica – 60-70 Days

4- Cookie Kush – Indica – 56 To 60 Days

16- Pineapple Express – Mostly Indica – 55 Days

10- Strawberry Cough – Mostly Sativa – 60-66 Days

3- Super Lemon Haze – Mostly Sativa – 64-70 Days

3- White Widow x Big Bud – Mostly Indica – 53 Days

Our clones are between 8 and 12 inches tall.

We are taking appointments for Tuesday – Friday of this week (3/28-3/31) and will meet with patients in either the Portland or Biddeford areas (depending on the town you’re coming from).

They go quickly and on a first come first served basis, but we will do our best to get you the strain(s) and number(s) you are looking for.

PRICES: Individual clones are $35 each or $175 a six pack.

With every six pack you will receive one free clone (check out the details here).

You can reach us via email (Info@MaineSeedlings.com), text (1-207-613-5650) or voicemail with any question or to place an order.

As these clones are only available to those participating in the Maine Medical Marijuana Program here are some of the rules regarding seedlings (clones).

MMMP Rule 4.10.1.2:
“Incidental amount of marijuana. A qualifying patient may possess an incidental amount of marijuana.”

MMMP Rule 4.10.1.2.1:
“Incidental amount of marijuana per patient means… an unlimited amount of marijuana seedlings…”

You can find the complete list of program rules at the Maine Medical Marijuana Program (MMMP) website

Strain of the month – CHOCOLOPE!…

March 24, 2017August 5, 2017 / Scott

We try to add new strains on a regular basis so that we’ll have the largest possible variety of medicine and clones for the good people here in Maine and one strain that we’ve added (and harvested for the first time) is Chocolope from DNA Genetics.

Usually when we add a new strain we’re happy because we got what we expected, but in the case of Chocolope we got sooooo much more!

When we harvest any new strain for the first time we provide it to our human “testers” first (because there’s more than THC to test), to make sure we have something worth while before we make it “public” and here is what our testers had to say:

Pete – “That Chocolope might be the best I’ve ever had. Very smooth and extremely potent. Absolutely loved it, thanks!”

Meg – “Chocolope has now one of my two favorite strains. The sativa properties really shine, I was energetic with a slight euphoria. It’s clear-headed high is the perfect cannabis experience that will let you get stuff done.”

Tyler – “sorry, I would have texted you sooner but I was enjoying the high, REALLY good stuff!” (gotta love Tyler)

There you have it, the experts have spoken.

All of these images are our own and as you can see Chocolope is covered in crystals, it will be a regular in our grow rooms and in jars moving forward because it’s a very good producer in both quality, quantity* and as you read, a real people pleaser too.

While in flower, if you touch this bad girl you’ll find some sticky resin on your hand and it will take mechanics soap to get off! (I’m not complaining!)

It just doesn’t get any better than that.

Here’s some under the hood information:

Genetics : O.G Chocolate Thai x Cannalopehaze
Flowering Time : 70-84 Days
Type : 100% Sativa
Area : Indoor and Outdoor
Height: Medium to Tall

So head over to DNA Genetics and check out Chocolope for yourself.

* We averaged roughly 10 ounces per plant growing under 600 watt HPS lighting/ ebb and flow hydroponics

Using a Root Pouch in Hydroponics…

March 22, 2017August 5, 2017 / Scott

As you know we are big fans of the Root Pouch, we use them for all our marijuana plants (clones, teenagers and moms) and folks will often ask us about using them in hydroponics and of course our response is “yes you can and yes we do!” Then we explain how we pick the clones we are going to flower right off the same shelf that their clones come from.

So today will be a real quick post on how we do it (because there isn’t much to it).

The above picture is of one of the grows that we just put in a few days ago and as you can see we do ebb and flow hydroponics (also know as fill and drain or slap and tickle) with extruded clay pellets/pebbles.

We put enough pellets in the bottom of basket so that it sits high enough that the top of the pouch will be above the water line/level (when the bucket is full) so the dirt will not be washed out. That’s it, no tricks, no smoke, no mirrors. And no problems, including zero problems with pH because of the dirt.

The reason we do it this way is because if you pull your clones out of the bag (regardless what they are being planted in) you are disturbing the roots, no matter how careful, no matter how gentle you try to be, you are disturbing the roots. There’s just no getting around it.

By disturbing the roots not much good will come of it. Best case scenario is that you plant will lag for 7-14 days as it recovers from the shock of what you just did it. Middle of the road scenario is that you end up with a less than vigorous plant which will mean a low yield at harvest time. Worse case scenario, your plant dies.

So we tell every single person who gets their clones from us to LEAVE THEM IN THE POUCH regardless if they are going in dirt, water or fairy dust.

The next question we’re asked is “will the roots pass through the bag?” and again our answer is “yes!“, check out the picture below of a clone that was planted in a second pouch and then put into flower (in hydro) and as you can see the roots had absolutely no problem passing through both pouches, the pellets and into the bottom of the bucket.

We have been doing it this way for years with great success and would encourage those considering this as an option to take the plunge, the water is fine!

Just in case you missed our YouTube video on Root Pouches here it is again:

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