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Me and @Not2SureYet are growing some nice autos and they are all I really grow, he mixes in both photos and autos.
Start your seeds inside, soak them for 20hr no longer in a hydrogen peroxide /water mix. Then pop them into nursery bags or your final pot as to avoid transplanting issues.
Be sure to use 30% perlite or vermiculite in your soil or make your own like sk
From there I personally think a FIM at the 4th and 5th node is the ideal way to grow, lst can be done but ensure its low stress bend plants on an angle not directly sideways is my view.
Are you planting in pots or in the ground? The ground is often better if you dig a hole and amend the soil in the area.
Also ensure your water is low in ppm. (under 150) otherwise you should PH it prior to giving it to your plants.