Unleash the Secrets of Living Soil with Luna Whitcomb! Get ready to dive deep into the groundbreaking world of terroir, organic cultivation, soil food web, and growing stinky plants in big ass pots with our guest, Luna Whitcomb, on this episode of The Circle! Luna reveals how every element – from soil composition, light spectrum, and water quality to microbial biodiversity – profoundly influences the genetic expression and aromatic profile of your plants.In this must-listen episode, you'll discover:• The Science of Terroir: Understand how location, environment, and precise soil building can create truly unique and expressive cannabis.• Boosting Genetic Potential: Learn how to leverage precursors, co-factors, and beneficial biology to amplify desired aromas and characteristics in your plants, even discussing specific methods to enhance traits like a "blueberry type terp" expression.• Beyond the Basics: Advanced Inputs & Teas: Explore Luna's innovative use of prebiotic-rich beets for fostering diverse biology, the power of malted barley and sprouted seed teas for enzyme activity, and how to "stage cycle" your compost teas to tailor bacterial and protozoa populations for rapid nutrient cycling.• The Power of Companion Plants: Hear how integrating plants like alyssum and even aromatic jasmine can naturally enhance growth rates through phytohormones (like methyl jasmonate) and potentially influence terpene communication in your grow space. Luna candidly shares her journey, from her early hydroponic days to becoming a living soil consultant, emphasizing foundational knowledge like soil mineral balancing theory to avoid common pitfalls (like her infamous "dissolved roots" incident!). This episode is packed with invaluable insights for both beginners and experienced growers looking to "nerd out" and elevate their craft. Whether you're curious about maximizing genetic expression or simplifying your approach to organic gardening, Luna's passion and practical expertise will change the way you think about growing.Consider the Source
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Why don't Llamas have humps? W/ GanjaLlama
Our friend GanjaLlama joins usConsider the source
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THE CIRCLE Presents Watermelon and hookers W/ Jinxproof
We’re thrilled to fulfill Howling’s goal and be able to have Jinxproof join us on a special edition of the The Circle. Sit with us as Johnny, Rev, Stoney, and Howling learn more about the man behind creations like 9lb hammer but just as importantly we dive into his positive outlook, glassblowing, dog showing, and more. We learn about the meaning behind the strain named Shangrila (hint: it relates to Pearl Jam), the massive collection of dunny’s, and the impact a positive mindset can have on your grow and with others. Sit down, grab a 9lb hammer, and let’s smash through this episode together.Check out Jinxproof at https://jinxproofsdankbank.net/Folloq the B+ man himself https://www.instagram.com/_jinxproof2.0/#Consider the Source
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THE CIRCLE Presents From whence he came W/ Alebrije Genetics
Welcome to another episode of The Circle with hosts Reverend Pirate Frog, Johnny Apple, Stoney Alpinist, and Howlingbuds. We have one of our favorite guests and sponsor, Alebrije. Join the circle of friends as we talk about the upcoming Chicago popup, the vandal hoodie presale, upcoming collaboration with our favorite hot sauce maker Sam Sa’House, and the stable lineage of Tangy Tibuguana.Also, get your small pots and creative ideas ready, as we talk about the upcoming 4th annual Bonsai grow along starting in September
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The Last Dragon W/ Growmie
The last of the DND group joins us finally, Growmie talks his breeding project and his in ability to fully embrace any one growing styleConsider the source
Your Average Grow follows hosts Johnny Apple And The Reverend Pirate Frog along their journey to becoming better home growers. They bring in a wide range of guests to pick their brains and then relax for a smoke sesh in " The Circle '' where co-hosts Howlingbuds and Stoney Alpinist join them to talk about a wide range of gardening styles.
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