Alright, so let me tell you about my recent grow with the Secret Cookies strain. I’d heard some good things, that it’s a chill hybrid, you know? Something not too crazy, but still packs a punch. Figured I’d give it a shot.
First off, I snagged some seeds from a reputable source. Gotta make sure you’re starting with good genetics, otherwise, what’s the point, right?
I popped those seeds in some rockwool cubes, soaked ’em in pH’d water, and waited. Took maybe two or three days before I saw those little taproots poking out. Once they were ready, I transplanted them into some small pots with coco coir. I like coco; it drains well and gives the roots plenty of room to breathe.
Under the lights they went! I’m using LEDs these days, much cooler and more efficient than the old HIDs. Kept the lights about 24 inches above the seedlings and gave them a good 18 hours of light a day. They seemed to dig it; they were growing like crazy.
Watering was pretty straightforward. I just made sure the coco was always moist, but not soaking wet. I used a nutrient solution formulated for coco coir, following the manufacturer’s recommendations. You gotta be careful not to overfeed; that’s a surefire way to mess things up.
Vegging went on for about four weeks. I topped them a couple of times to encourage branching and create a bushier plant. Gotta maximize those bud sites, you know?
Then came the flip to flower! I switched the lights to 12/12 and waited for the magic to happen. The stretch was real with these Secret Cookies. They basically doubled in size in the first couple of weeks. I had to raise the lights a few times to keep them from getting too close.
During flowering, I kept a close eye on the humidity. You don’t want bud rot, trust me. I also defoliated a bit to improve airflow and light penetration. It’s a bit scary cutting off those leaves, but it’s worth it in the end.
I noticed a really nice aroma developing as the buds matured. Sweet and earthy, with a hint of fruitiness. Definitely lived up to the “cookies” name.
After about nine weeks of flowering, the trichomes were looking cloudy and some were turning amber. That’s when I knew it was time to harvest! I chopped ’em down, trimmed ’em up, and hung ’em to dry in a cool, dark place.
Drying took about a week. Once the stems snapped, I put the buds in jars to cure. Burping them every day for a couple of weeks to let out the excess moisture. Curing is key for developing the full flavor and potency.
And the result? Man, the Secret Cookies turned out great. Nice dense buds, covered in trichomes. The smoke is smooth and the effects are just what I was looking for – relaxing, but not couch-locking. Definitely a keeper in my book!
So, that’s the story of my Secret Cookies grow. It was a pretty straightforward process, and the results were well worth the effort. If you’re looking for a reliable strain with good effects, I’d definitely recommend giving it a try.
