Feminized (Fem) Breeding
- STS (Silver Thiosulfate) – Mix fresh each use – Spray one selected branch *DO NOT SMOKE IT*
- Mix Ratio: Part A (0.1M Silver Nitrate) + Part B (0.1M Sodium Thiosulfate) – Common working dilution = 1:9 (1 part STS stock to 9 parts water)
- Cloning Tops for seeds (AUTOS) – Reddit Guide
"Spray the chosen branch thoroughly once every 5–7 days starting just before the light flip (photo) or around week 3–4 for autos. Continue for 2–3 total applications. Avoid spraying the entire plant. Pollen sacs usually begin forming within 10–21 days after the final spray depending on strain and temperature."
Collecting Pollen
- 3–5 days after male sacs begin to open, gently tap over foil or paper – Mature = yellow dust, White = not yet ready
- Let pollen dry for 24–48h in a cool, dark place before storing
- Storage: Seal with desiccant in the freezer – remove and let thaw before opening to prevent condensation
- Apply with a small brush to target calyxes during early pistil formation (~3–4 weeks into flower)
Male and Female (Reg) Breeding
- Use a male of the same age – introduce into the female flower room ~10 days after flip from veg → bloom
- Remove the male after 5–6 weeks, then continue flowering for another 6 weeks until seeds mature (~12–13 total weeks)
- Mother plants will need slightly higher nitrogen – if deficiencies occur, increase feed slightly
BE AWARE OF CROSS POLLINATION IF BREEDING IN THE SAME ROOM AS GROWING FEMALE FLOWERS
*Seedy buds if it happens – wash hands thoroughly after handling pollen*