Hello all, I’m reaching out asking for some guidance on my first grow. I am growing the blueberry strain in the Midwest US region and wanted some help to see if we are ready for harvest or if I should wait longer.
I am in week 12 of my outdoor grow and with temperatures dropping I’d like to know if it’s worth it to wait longer or to harvest and begin curing now. I’va attached a couple pictures. Any support would be appreciated. Thank you!
I dont see hardly any white pistils left…
It may be done.
Do you have a magnifier to look at the trichomes?
Yeah maybe check the timer on that one. She looks great though! Also, super big welcome to ILGM forums!
Hi Spiney! Yes, I just took a couple new photos with a magnifying glass. I believe it’s either close or completely done already. Thank you for your response!
Sorry, newbie here, what do you mean by check the timer? Thank you for your support!
A jewelers loupe like this lets you see the tiny thc resin glands.
I will post a chart of what you can look for.
https://www.amazon.com/JARLINK-Illuminated-Jewelers-Magnifier-Foldable/dp/B078N34WZR
Thank you so much for this, this is incredibly helpful. From the photos I took I think that I’m in the cloudy phase. I’ll look into purchasing a jewelers loop soon!
I typically harvest on the early side and after a long cure of 3 months its really nice
And the loupe…Best ten bucks I ever spent.
Oh sorry twas a play on words as you asked if they were done. Meant check the cook timer, because the food might be ready.
got it! Thank you for the clarification! I’ll be harvesting in two days when I have some more time!
Just bought a loupe online! I’ve also decided to harvest. Would you suggest cutting the whole plant from the base stem or cutting individual branches when I harvest and dry? Thank you for all your help so far!
I cut the whole plant if it’s ready,but you can take individual branches and let the others go a few days more if they’re not all ready at the same time.
Your plant has fox-tailed and is ready for harvest. No need to wait any longer even if you can see a few white pistils, the flowers further in are ready.
Either way…
Mostly based on how much time I have …sometimes I just take some stems and do the rest later.
I dont believe it matters how one chops them down.
