šø Week 4 Flower Report: Growth, Challenges & Big Changes! šø
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Weāre here at Week 4 of Flower, and what a week itās beenāpacked with challenges, adjustments, and exciting progress! Before diving into the details, letās start with a note on my flowering timeline. While this is Week 4, I donāt start counting flower days the moment I flip to 12/12. Instead, I wait for the plants to show true signs of bloom. Itās a small but significant distinction that keeps things accurate and aligned with the plantsā development. š±
Defoliation: Timing is Everything!
Defoliation is a critical part of the flowering stage, and I typically wait until Day 21. However, this week, I tackled it earlier on Day 17 because:
1ļøā£ The room was simply too full.
2ļøā£ And most importantlyāthe Papaya Zoap had other plans!
Sheās a fighterādetermined, defiant, and constantly reaching for the moon. Despite intense training like super cropping, sheās still pushing upward, nearly outpacing the LED lights. Challenges like this remind us of a simple truth: gardening mirrors life. Itās about resilience, adaptation, and unwavering determination. šŖ
This week, I added a second SCROG layer. While this net will support the flowering colas, itās also there to strategically manage the Papaya Zoap. Why? Because experience has taught me that if she grows out of the LEDās range, she wonāt finish properlyāand that could disrupt the balance for every other plant in the tent. Itās all about teamwork, even in the garden. š
Defoliation was intense, removing nearly all the leaves with stems to clear space and boost airflow. The tent now looks dramatically different! For the full before-and-after transformation, be sure to check out my YouTube channelātrust me, youāll want to see this process up close! š„āØ
Switching to Aptus Holland Minerals
A major milestone this week: Iāve transitioned entirely to Aptus Holland Minerals. š From now on, itās just mineralsāno more organic inputs. This marks the start of a new chapter, and Iām incredibly curious to see how the plants react to these changes. Hereās the current nutrient mix:
⢠System Clean: 0.5 ml/L
⢠Regulator: 0.15 ml/L
⢠RO Water Conditioner: 0.8 ml/L
⢠All-in-One Liquid: 2.1 ml/L
Iām keeping the pH at 6.1 and TDS at 556 ppm, and so far, the plants are thriving. This week also included a thorough system clean, ensuring everything runs smoothly as we enter the final flowering stages. šæ
Bud Development: Pure Magic!
The bud formation across all the genetics is nothing short of incredible. Every plant is thriving, and the canopy is lush, vibrant, and full of potential. Iāve raised the PPFD to 750 for this stage, with temps steady at 25°C and RH at 63%ākeeping the VPD dialed in at 1.11. The TrolMaster ecosystem, paired with the AutoPots, makes managing these precise conditions seamless. With more time to focus on the plants, I can give them the daily care they deserve. š
Shoutouts & Gratitude
A huge thank you to my sponsors and supporters: TrolMaster, Aptus Holland, Pro-Mix, Cannakan, and the amazing seed banks. Your incredible products and technology make this journey possible. š
To the Grow Diaries community and all my followersāthank you for your energy, love, and even the challenges from the haters. It all fuels this incredible process, and I apprecilove every bit of it.
Special shoutout to Brother Daggadnaācheck him out on Instagram and show some love! š
The plants are heading into the next phase of bloom, and I canāt wait to share how this story unfolds. šøāØ
As always, stay tuned, stay positive, and letās keep growing strong together! š
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P.S. ā A Deep Dive into the ICL-300: Revolutionizing Under-Canopy Lighting
The ICL-300 isnāt just another LEDāitās a game-changer for under-canopy lighting. Unlike traditional LED systems that project light in a single direction, the ICL-300ās 300-degree design ensures even light distribution beneath the canopy. š This unique feature means that no part of your plant is left in shadow, creating a balanced environment for lower buds to thrive.
Key Tech Specs & Benefits:
⢠300-Degree Light Distribution: This design fills the under-canopy space with optimal light, enhancing photosynthesis where it often gets neglected. š±
⢠Full Spectrum Output: Tailored to meet the specific needs of plants at every stage, ensuring quality growth from base to apex.
⢠Energy Efficiency: Advanced LED technology delivers maximum output with minimal energy usage, keeping costs down and sustainability up. š”
⢠Durability & Heat Management: Built with high-quality materials, the ICL-300 stays cool and reliable, even in intense growing environments.
Why It Matters:
Under-canopy lighting is a game-changer for growers aiming to maximize yield and quality. Typically, lower buds receive less light, resulting in larfy or underdeveloped flowers. The ICL-300 changes that dynamic entirely by turning shadows into opportunity. š With light evenly dispersed across the entire plant, youāre not just growing; youāre sculpting a masterpiece.
For me, the ICL-300 is more than a toolāitās a partner in innovation. It ensures that every plant in my grow room has equal opportunity to shine, from the top colas to the smallest buds at the base. When paired with a carefully managed ecosystem, like the one powered by TrolMaster, the potential for consistent, top-quality harvests reaches new heights.
This isnāt just about adding lightāitās about adding value, efficiency, and balance to the grow process. Iām beyond excited to see how the ICL-300 transforms the game in my tent, and I canāt wait to share the results with you all! š