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Well I guess I'll just add a photo or two. First photo is my Vanilla Kush and second in my Amnesia Haze. Both of them passed week 5 Sent from my G3312 using Tapatalk

A local visiting a local

He's not going to reply, if he does not even reply to the client.

Entry 1, close up of my Northern Lights Auto from Vision Seeds:

Howdy folks, first post here, been lurking for a bit, not really one for introducing myself and also haven't been on a local grow forum since BelowTheLion had a grow forum...so.....eh...howzit. Recently run into some issues with root aphids, so thought it appropriate to communicate with local communities in order to see what methods people have used in the past to treat infestations, as well as share my experiences. * Currently Day 25 of Flower at posting(11/04/2019) Setup: Mars Grow Tent(Total Grow Space - 2.4mx1.2mx2m) 1 x Extractor(700m3/hr - 11.67m3/minute) - Negative Pressure 600w HID(Sunmaster - Dual Spectrum [Flowering Period Only]) 2 x 45l D.W.C Reservoirs 2 Plants per res.(125mm Net Pots with Hydrotron/LECA) ScroGged(Utilised Grow Space - 1mx1.4m) Strain: 4 x Green House Seed Co. A.M.S.(Identical Cuts) Preface: For the record, I had some how allowed myself to be fooled by the idea that subterranean pests wouldn't really be a factor in hydroponics, especially Deep Water Culture, but boy was i mistaken, so please, don't fool yourselves with this idea guys. If anything, in my resulting opinion, the hydroponic environment can actually be more conducive to certain pests growth when comapred with its media/soil counterparts, however, on the flip side, much like dealing with nutrient burns or P.H. issues, hydroponic systems have a greater potential for fast recover.(*Provided you are able to identify the issue/infestation early enough.) In hind sight, I can easily say that the first sign of my infestation actually started showing a little over a week ago, however I would only come to realise this 3 days ago. It started with me waking up to finding a mass of dead fliers on my tent floor, which I had simply assumed were just miggies trying to get to my light and moved on, however I would soon realise that these were actually the winged adults of an aphid infestation. I only realised the true issue when it came to nute change time, which is when I discovered a rather established Root Aphid infestation when going to siphon my reservoirs. *This is when Hydrogen Peroxide(H2O2) becomes your next best friend. Treatment: Day 1: Sprayed with Ludwigs Insect Spray +. Flushed reservoirs with fresh water and tried to physically remove and wash off any visible aphids as much as possible. Filled reservoirs with P.H. balanced water and added 12ml(30% H2O2[Clicks - 30 Vol.]) per resivour. Only water/circulation pump running - aeration turned off to potentially try reduce H2O2 reduction to H2O. Day 2: Sprayed with Ludwigs Insect Spray +. Added 5ml(30% H2O2[Clicks - 30 Vol.]) to each reservoir. Day 3: Flushed reservoirs with fresh water and tried to physically remove and wash off any visible aphid debris as much as possible - can clearly see that the infestation is not thriving like it was. Added normal flowering nute mix Aerators back on(*System to run as normal) I definitely feel that my initial knock of the infestation has been successful, however it is crucial that I ensure that I keep on top of this infestation by inspecting my rootzone multiple times a day when possible as well as spraying Ludwigs Insect Spray + to ensure that any crawling/flying aphids are exterminated and unable to continue their life cycle.(I have had great success with Ludwigs Insect Spray + for canopy/foliage pests). If I see any signs of the root aphids getting a grip again, I will repeat the steps from day 1 and 2(H2O2 Volume to be determined). *Yellow fly paper would also be extremely beneficial at reducing winged flier survival success rate *It is crucial that anyone reading this post realises that these are my experiences with a Deep Water Culture Hydroponic system, and that if you encounter root aphids in a soil-type medium, H2O2 will destroy any organic organisms in your medium, if at a strong enough concentration, beneficial organism or not. Ensure that you consider this and research accordingly before taking this as word. *Please also realise that the effects of root aphids will most likely show as a nutrient deficiency first, unless the rootzone infestation is noticed before hand by the grower. Any experiences or input would be much appreciated - substantiated or opinionated <3.

I had to take out to show her real colour. HPS is to yellow. Sent from my VTR-L09 using Tapatalk

Hi All Thank you to 420sa for providing a local forum for our beloved cannabis chats. Seasoned (youtube educated) grower with a hint of formal education eager to engage with this forum. The wife and I grow to treat family members but have recently started a little venture as we rally for legalization. Let's get to talking

Monday coming up will be the end of week 5 Sent from my G3312 using Tapatalk

Lol it was getting hairy. Sounds like someone needs to do a af\go side by side grow and document fairly Sent from my ANE-LX2 using Tapatalk

Got some Autumn colours coming through

I understand that all industries have an occasional fup, but that's where after sales should kick in. It saddens me when companies we deem reputable, do things like this. Is the manufacturer not perhaps willing to swop it out? Is there proof of wear and tear, perhaps this was a demo unit, which would explain why they knew it was faulty. May even be out of warranty in that case :( Sent from my EVA-L09 using Tapatalk

Shoh all the stunning pics coming out to play this month.....

My Skywalke I dubbed my 3 Lemon Meringues

Sunrise...

Finish line is in sight, keeping a close eye on those trich's.

The indoor Blue CDB is a couple of weeks ahead of the outdoor now. But the outdoor ones just seem happier and their structure is just amazing Sent from my VTR-L09 using Tapatalk

OG Kush getting all sparkly

Some recent pics Sent from my ANE-LX2 using Tapatalk

End of week 4 HomeGrown Organics GreenGrow soil

Sweet Zombie in Homegrown Organics GreenGrow Soil No nutes, just water

OG kush of unknown origin. Day 65 of 70 days flower. Smells of gassy, fuely funk

And the stacking continues....

Pineapple Express doing her thang

Stoner Worm...

CBD Charlotte's Angel loving the sun. Sent from my VTR-L09 using Tapatalk

Check out info about the strain below. She is a Sativa dominant hybrid. Smoking CBD flower is awesome too. Sent from my VTR-L09 using Tapatalk

Great to see a come back

Just cruzing now into winter Sent from my VTR-L09 using Tapatalk

They are surviving outside. Irrigation is installed and automated. No more worrying about Eskom. Sent from my VTR-L09 using Tapatalk

Light setup

Some real good growth this week. The Pineapple Dew are doing the best at this stage. The Blue CBD auto is also getting on decently the small one right back had some root damage. So will probably stay small. This will be the last week of veg then they will go outside to flower. Sent from my VTR-L09 using Tapatalk