Big Buds: Does Size Really Matter? | Max from Royal Queen Seeds

Does bud size really matter? Max from Royal Queen Seeds joins HarvestED for 10 Stupid Questions about big buds—and the assumptions behind them. This time, we asked 13 questions. The conversation covers genetics versus grower skill, light, fertilizer, training, bud boosters, CO2, mold, and the trade-off between one giant bud and smaller flowers. Max also shares his own preference on size and consistency. Which answer surprised you most? Tell us in the comments, and leave a question for a future episode. CHAPTERS 00:00 Big buds? Let’s try that again 00:14 Meet Max from Royal Queen Seeds 00:51 The opening myth 01:17 A bud the size of your head? 01:50 Genetics vs. grower skill 02:22 What affects bud size? 02:51 Light intensity 03:29 More fertilizer, bigger problems? 03:54 Training techniques 04:56 The lower-bud question 05:44 One giant bud vs. smaller buds 06:17 Bud boosters and marketing 07:21 The CO2 question 08:41 Bud size and mold 09:29 LST, topping or lollipopping? 09:49 Thanks, Max! WATCH NEXT 10 Stupid Questions About Grow Lights | Kevin from Secret LED https://youtu.be/DA5GkvFNCWA Guest: Max, Royal Queen Seeds Series: 10 Stupid Questions By HarvestED 🌱 ABOUT HARVESTED HarvestED makes cannabis cultivation easier to understand. We break down growing techniques, science, equipment and common mistakes without the unnecessary bro-science. 📱 HARVESTED APP https://www.harvest-ed.com/app 🎓 LEARN WITH HARVESTED Beginner-friendly growing education, expert interviews and the 10 Stupid Questions series. 🔔 Subscribe to HarvestED for new videos about cannabis cultivation. 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harvest_ed_420/ 📸 Kate's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kate_harvested420/ AI DISCLOSURE The host's intro and outro use an AI avatar. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER For adult audiences. This video is for educational and informational purposes only, not medical or legal advice. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction. Always comply with applicable local laws. #HarvestED #10StupidQuestions #BigBuds