Rum Cake

Switch to 12/12 at the start of flowering and maintain stable dark periods; many growers run 12/12 straight through to ripeness.

Very important; keep relative humidity around 40-50% during late flowering to avoid mould on dense buds.

Light selective defoliation helps light penetration and airflow but avoid heavy stripping that stresses the plant.

Lower nitrogen and higher phosphorus and potassium during mid to late flower will support bud development without excessive stretch.

Harvest when most trichomes are cloudy with some ambers for a sedative effect and peak terpene expression.

Dry slowly at 18-21°C with 50% RH for 7-10 days, then cure in jars for at least two weeks to develop full flavour and smoothness.

Plant in a sheltered, well-spaced spot, remove lower foliage to improve airflow and watch weather forecasts during the final four weeks.

Both methods work; SCROG helps maximise light on fewer larger colas while SOG can speed up multiple small plants to a single canopy.

Yes, strategic pruning and topping paired with proper LED placement improves canopy penetration and overall yields under LED panels.

Efficient LEDs reduce electricity use compared to older HPS units and maintain lower canopy temperatures, which helps control humidity and ventilation costs.