Trimming Your Plants Buds: Wet Trimming Vs Dry Trimming
The harvesting period is a very important time for any grower as you have patiently tended your plants and now this is when you reap your rewards. But what is the best method of trimming your leaves once the plant is harvested? There are differences in opinion in the indoor plants growing world as to which method works best – wet trimming or dry trimming. Here we explain a bit more about each of these methods.
Dry trimming
Quite in vogue these days, dry trimming involves hanging the harvested branches to dry upside down - after pulling off the fan leaves but before snipping the un-manicured buds. Because they handle large amounts of indoor plants, wet trimming is the preferred method of large-scale commercial producers.
By keeping the leaflets, the buds dry more slowly and more evenly because the extra plant matter keeps the moisture for longer. Dry trimming, however, is not without risk, particularly in wet climates, where it can cause mould to grow on the crop because of excess moisture content.
Outdoor large-scale producers and guerrilla growers have long opted for dry trimming mostly because they don't have the time to work in wet conditions. This is why they harvest as soon as practicable and transport the product to an indoor warehouse for a more leisurely drying process.
Wet trimming
Wet trimming is the recommended method for those that are beginners to growing as it easier than dry trimming, so this could be the right method for you if you are just starting out. There are a few reasons that it is more straightforward – the leaves are easier to get to when wet whereas when they are dry they can get stuck to the flowers, this makes the process not only easier but also faster.
Another benefit of wet trimming is that you won’t be faced with moldy buds which can occur if left to dry out with the leaves still attached. This is more likely to occur if you live in an area with high humidity so it is worth considering wet trimming if that refers to you.With wet trimming, your buds will also be a little prettier.
You should now have enough information to decide whether wet or dry trim is best for you. But regardless of whether you choose the wet trimming or dry trimming method you will need to get your hands on some equipment (check out our reviews below for some of the best on the market) to be able to successfully trim your plants. Make sure you are well equipped with everything you need before you start trimming as this is a very important part of the harvesting process.
Trimpro Trimbox with Workstation
DESCRIPTION
*For Wet Trimming Only* - All Trimpro Trimmers are designed to be used with wet product only. If used with dry product damage may occur.
The Trimbox Workstation is one of two boutique models.The Trimbox is designed to be used with the branch, but the Trimbox Workstation is its accessory to turn your basic Trimbox into the manual hand rolling style so getting a Trimbox with Workstation is like getting two machine styles in one!
FEATURES
| Brand | Trimpro |
|---|---|
| SKU | TPTB-TPTBWS |
| Weight (lb.) | 15 |
| Prop 65 | No |
| Height (in.) | 27.2 |
| Width (in.) | 18.2 |
| Length (in.) | 18.2 |
| Warranty | Yes |
| Lead Time | Due to social distancing requirements, this item ships in 5-10 Days |
| UPC | 76625469201 |
| UL Listed | No |
| Trimmer Type | Stand Up |
| Operation | Motorized |
| Feed Type | Single Branch |
| Plant Material | Wet |
| Production Capability | 1-1.5 lbs/hr |
| Voltage | 120 Volt |
DESCRIPTION
The Trimpro Automatik trimmer is a fast and safe way to quickly trimmer your flower. Using a powerful three phase motor mated with a variable speed dimmer, height adjustable four (4) blades assembly and a circular hermetic structure that creates a whirlwind effect, the Automatik will greatly increase your output and productivity.
FEATURES
| Brand | Trimpro |
|---|---|
| SKU | TPAU |
| Weight (lb.) | 75 |
| Prop 65 | No |
| Height (in.) | 41 |
| Width (in.) | 18 |
| Length (in.) | 24.5 |
| Warranty | Yes |
| Lead Time | Due to social distancing requirements, this item ships in 5-10 Days |
| UL Listed | No |
| Trimmer Type | Bowl |
| Operation | Motorized |
| Feed Type | Batch Feed |
| Plant Material | Wet |
| Production Capability | 5-6 lbs/hr |
| Voltage | 120/240 Volt |
DESCRIPTION
The CenturionPro Mini is the latest in elite trimming technology. It is the smallest professional trimmer in the world and replaces the equivalent of more than 15 trimming staff. This top-notch wet bud trimming and dry bud trimming tool utilizes a high quality D2 hardened steel blade. It’s a commercial bud trimmer you won’t find anywhere else due to its small size yet high performance level. It even includes a convenient video tutorial that makes this superior indoor plants trimmer easy to use. The CenturionPro Mini is a hydroponics trimming machine that provides the industry’s most precise and efficient cutting capability. Using 11 high-quality blades, it packs more than twice the power of competitor products, making it the bed bud trimmer on the market. The CenturionPro requires minimal maintenance and cleaning. It’s small with a high productivity level that allows you to maximize your sales.
FEATURES
| Brand | CenturionPro |
|---|---|
| SKU | MI-001 |
| Height (in.) | 25 |
| Width (in.) | 10 |
| Length (in.) | 25 |
| Warranty | 10 Year |
| UL Listed | No |
| Trimmer Type | Tumbler |
| Operation | Motorized |
| Feed Type | Continuous Feed |
| Plant Material | Dry, Wet |
| Production Capability | Dry: 12-16 lbs/hr, Wet: 60-80 lbs/hr |
| Tandem Use | Not Recommended |
| Tumble Diameter | 6.5" |
| Leaf Collector HP | 1.5 HP |
| Amps | Trimmer - 6A; Leaf Collector - 14A |
