I inspect the rootballs thoroughly each transplant and have yet to see anything rootbound. If I couldn't bend over I guarantee you I would try and grow trees as well. ugh remind me not to drink that much again wtf was I going on about. 3 gallon pots too small to finish in? - Grasscity Some mixes specifically state they're good for use in vegetable gardens. Its vital to have easy access to your garden. Thats a lot of spaceespecially if youre growing marijuana in a small space like an indoor grow tent. Unfortunately, while smart pots and air pots provide some advantages over conventional pots, they also share the same shortcomings. Always in 5gallons though. Yes, those will be root bound after one more week of vegetative growth and at least 8 weeks of flowering. I question the wisdom running seeds through to finish in a single pot, no matter what strain Id say yes but only with a fabric or air pot to air prune the roots. . Feb 7, 2023. Mistake #3: Failing to pre-bake the bottom crust. Was wondering about yield myself as this is my first soil setup in a while. Terppalooza. Essentially, more smaller pots and 3-4 weeks of veg, or a bigger pot and a longer veg. Soil & How long to veg - Grow Cycle - I Love Growing Marijuana Forum Ok, thanksI was also looking for taller skinnier potting options to get the best of both worlds. Do they air prune like air pots do ? Thanks for posting your pics. Ive decided to just keep them in the 2 gal pots so that i can harvest quicker and set up the real grow next time around using a sog. Just noticed you have 3 plants in dixie cups in each 3 gal bucket. You can use small pots for small cannabis plants, and larger pots for large plants. How Long to Veg in 3 Gallon Pots? - Veganforher The roots do still wrap around and fill up the soil like TheCelt said, but i have used 3 gallon pots from veg to harvest with out any issues. Honestly the next time I veg I'm going till it's about 1/4 the size I want. Smart pots are the most commonly used pots for cannabis. Some cultivar seeds can last for several years while others may lose their viability within a year. It didn't hurt mine, soil was still airy enough, but I did have a fungus gnat issue for a while. This can lead to nutrient deficiencies and lower yields. Do you plan to use a grow tent? I grow a similar strain (chronic) and I use 5 gal. Maybe with this new info about my grow the crew can help me figure this out. Some of the answers I found are: It is best to veg for 4 weeks It is best to veg for 6 weeks It is best to veg for 2 months It is best to try and get the plant to reach the top of your tent/light, so flip at around half height of tent.