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Exciting first grow ever trying autos!
Due to my past issues in overzealous watering habits, I have chosen coco coir as to offset my pathological overwatering habits.
Gorilla Glue #4 and I first crossed paths on one of my wine tours in California. Bought it in Seattle, and it kept me company all the way to San Francisco.
germinated directly in substrate with minimum watering and transparent dome. I had to gently help it germinate as it kept growing sideways underground.
As watering has always been a delicate subject, the bonsai artist in me (without knowing any better at first) did water just the bare minimum.
This couldn't have been any more silly when growing n coco.... which I could have learned sooner, saving myself the drama in nursing the gorilla glue back to health.
both the GG4 and the Moby DIck started to display off signs of red flags: the GG4 wilted overnight. Upon discovery and a little research I abundantly watered and added very 1/4 th strength nutes. She recovered in about 6 days.
Ok, so after a first thorough watering, I have noticed that the water PH on that one particular tank was super low (5.4). Shortly after, the poor newly recovered GG$ got punched down again by PH fluctuation related issues.
I have watered until runoff with water at 6.75ph and fed a at a minimum.
Will keep an eye on her.
Another week that consolidated my suspects on a couple of things:
GG4: somehow she still is badly stunted and reacting very badly to any signs of feeding change. will look after it as best as I can
I seem to have grasped the importance of through watering until runoff when using coco.
OK: did my first bit of LST. lowered and stretched open the longest branches and the main stem so to allow better light penetration throughout to potential bud sites.
Started to pump on nutes a little and, of course, the GG4 went into panic mode again.
clear signs of overfeeding and bright neon yellow burnt tips. Here we go again: flushing and adjusting her yet again.
As the rest of the grow tent is starting to also show calmat deficiencies, I preventively added some cal mag to the her as well.
Explosion: almost overnight all the ladies have to doubled in size, and then some.... the full 4x4 is now filled completely and space management is starting to get difficult.
I am noticing they are doubling in size every 36 hours now. The sheer growth is quite impressive. I can probably say that this is the true week of pre-flower: all colas are showing blooming pistils at each apex.
Started to use some michorizae friendly additives to support the root growth.
GG4: stunt fest continues. flushed once and monitoring her closely but seems that she is the most fragile and also not the best strain example. noticed mutation on leaves (mostly 3 points all over the plant; unfortunately since day one she seemed to be particularly fragile unlike the sturdy reputation of its genetics.
Explosion: almost overnight all the ladies have to doubled in size, and then some.... the full 4x4 is now filled completely and space management is starting to get difficult.
I am noticing they are doubling in size every 36 hours now. The sheer growth is quite impressive. I can probably say that this is the true week of pre-flower: all colas are showing blooming pistils at each apex.
Started to use some michorizae friendly additives to support the root growth. Still updating on the LST every other day to adjust and optimise;
The GG4 shows the first trichome structures with their distinctive diesel and gassy like notes.
I am noticing that the whole grow tent is showing signs of overfeeding. I will begin to both water to runoff at 30% from now on, but only after a long overdue flushing with neutral water in which I will check ppm's all over.
Trichomes are being produced all over. The recent cold spell in my area also helped to lower the temps by one degree, consistent with the mid flowering growth pattern.
Bloom nutes are now used regularly with weekly flushing. I am noticing that the runoff ppm for several of them is 1800-3000+ (😱).
I will amend the watering schedule, flush for an extra time per week and introducing a lower ppm feeding on alternate day to counterbalance.
GG4: is this the end of this misery? she seems to have regained momentum and strength and she is the second in flowering and resin production. All of this despite some alarming high value in last week's ppm runoff (2100). It is finally down to 1280, which is still higher than my solution, but on schedule with a progressive cleanse since I first started to flush regularly.
Stopped LST completely and removed all the wires.
defoliation is now a daily chore: it is growing to be a jungle in there, impacting light penetration and humidity all over.
And when you start to think that everything went well:TAH DAH!!!!!! signs of mites!
I panicked checkd all pots an, sadly they are affecting every plant. everything has been sterilised with bleach and cinnamon tea/ neem oil has been thoroughly sprayed and poured in every pot.
I am tending to think they are compost mites: thy have not attacked any roots, they only gather on decomposing leaves and rotting stems in the soil. Not a single mite was noticed anywhere but the top soil and nowhere else. that been said: better them dead than me worried. I will continue with cinnamon tea and neem oil spray.
GG4: catching up like a champ and producing a discreet amount of frost and flowers. the stunt seems to be over? her overall shape is of a deep bowl. Many colas acting as outline for its outer rim, and many tiny small colas about half as tall in the middle. They ll all probably will turn into popcorn buds, but at this stage it would be unwise to upset her, just when she seemed to have gained momentum.
Slowly but surely we are getting there.
The buds are swelling and getting covered in more and more trichomes each time the lights come on.
The mite issue seems to be kept in check: topsoil daily misting of neem oil solution plus the use of atomised cinnamon in each feeding seems to be doing the trick. No leaf or bud has seen any mites so far, fingers crossed, and 3/4 weeks away from harvest I would like to keep it that way.
It may very well be the case that they are compost mites and they are only feeding on decaying matter in the soil.
I have increased the feeding schedule a little: knowing the she has been particularly sensitive on ph ad feed changes, I have kept it still relatively low considering these are the second or third to last week of feeding. ppm is at 1000 or lower; I could admittedly push it to 1400ppm right with intermitted lower days at 7/850ppm, but the last thing I would like to do is to fall into another nute lockout.
I have lightly increased the nutes to a full dose of nutes and she seemed to have taken it well but a faint burnt tips, almost too tiny too notice: I am at least glad I have finally witnessed a fulll feeding on her without her getting stressed out. happy she recovered a long way from her first few weeks.
The mite issue seems to be in check. nothing but the casual white mite having a stroll through the topsoil and absolutely nothing on the roos/stems/leaves/buds.
The canopy is being maintained as well as I can, but of course she could use 30cm either way around her to let that light shine at all the bud sights.
The buds are packing weight: slowly they are getting fatter and perkier.
witnessing the various stages of growth in this entire 4x4 grow tent, I will focus on less plants ( 2 max in 5gal pots) or will plant 5 in 3 gallon pots, next time.
why all this? I am noticing it is become counterproductive having the tent literally so densely packed with 4 gorgeous plants. This Gorilla Glue s not showing her full potential, allowing for extra space and some LST I could give the small buds in the centre the chance to bulk like the main rim colas.
My fear was to not being able to fill the whole canopy and I not only achieved it, but it soon got out of control. The beautiful genetics from barney s farm are certainly a powerhouse in consistency and size (4 different ones in one tent, and all well above the average auto size you get researching and browsing out there).
Will certainly either upgrade to a 12x8 or plant 1 or maximum 2 phenos per tent so to get the most out of them.
Such I shame seeing so many underdeveloped popcorn buds to be just beneath the canopy that will never fully develop.
Alrighty then!
The growth seems to have begun again: buds are swelling noticeably, although very slowly. colas (both large and small) are literally covered in trichomes as if it was short fur. buds are super tiny and underdeveloped still but excellent resin production so far. Got a feeling that this crop will be small but potent.
The water intake consumption has been visibly lower, resulting for an unusually damp coco after 24hrs and 3L solution. I changed to 1.5 litres only daily, still producing 20% runoff.
Will update as the week goes by as much as I can.
Well Well Well. Slow and steady wins the race. I have noticed that all the bud sites are now back into life. After what seemed an eternity, I can see them swelling daily.
Will be a tiny harvest, but the sheer intensity of the resin and flavour is shocking.
The plant has now started to drink less: the coco medium is still visibly damp after 24 hours, may reduce watering to 1L a day.
I can clearly gauge that we are in final 2/3 weeks (at most). trichomes are 60/40 cloudy with a still large amount of clear. considering 2 weeks for flushing I should stop feeding on the upcoming march 15th. cannot wait to witness all those huge colas puffing like a popcorn!
I may have had a one in a million dud but the plant had me running circles from the start to the finish. super fragile and delicate compared to the rest of the tent. that been said, the flavour...
Ladies and gentlemen, prepare to get stuck in the sweetest of situations with Barney's Farm Gorilla Glue Auto. If you've ever found yourself in a sticky predicament (and let's face it, who hasn't?), this strain is here to save the day with its potent effects and autoflowering convenience.
Why Gorilla Glue Auto?
Let's peel back the layers of this sticky situation, shall we? Gorilla Glue Auto is the lovechild of Gorilla Glue #4 and Ruderalis, resulting in a strain that's as potent as it is convenient. With its autoflowering capabilities, you can kiss goodbye to the hassle of light schedules and say hello to a harvest that practically grows itself.
The Nitty-Gritty:
Now, let's talk about potency. Gorilla Glue Auto isn't messing around when it comes to THC content. This bad boy packs a punch that's stronger than a gorilla on steroids (hence the name). One hit and you'll be glued to the couch faster than you can say "sticky icky." But fear not, fellow tokers, because this strain also delivers a euphoric buzz that's as uplifting as it is relaxing. It's like a warm hug from your favorite gorilla friend (minus the fur).
But here's the kicker: Gorilla Glue Auto is also known for its resin production. I'm talking sticky, icky, gooey goodness that's guaranteed to leave your fingers feeling like they've been dipped in honey. It's the kind of resin that's so potent, you'll be tempted to start your own arts and crafts project (though I wouldn't recommend it).
The Comedy Corner:
Now, let's talk about the name. Gorilla Glue Auto sounds like something straight out of a DIY disaster waiting to happen. I can just imagine a group of stoners trying to fix a broken bong with Gorilla Glue Auto, only to end up accidentally gluing their hands together (not that I speak from experience or anything). It's like the MacGyver of cannabis strains, always ready to save the day with its sticky, sticky resin.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, if you're in the market for a strain that's as potent as it is convenient, look no further than Barney's Farm Gorilla Glue Auto. With its autoflowering capabilities, potent effects, and resin production that's second to none, it's a strain that's sure to leave you feeling stuck in the best possible way. So grab yourself a pack of Gorilla Glue Auto seeds, fire up the bong, and get ready to get glued.
Remember, folks: Stay sticky, stay icky, and may your harvests be as resinous as they are righteous. 🌿🦍
@whenindoubtsmokeitout, looks like you got 3 to 4 weeks for sure left from pictures. Go off buds. Very light nitrogen in flowering, more potassium and phosphorus is what gives you buds. Your plant is showing potassium deficiency in leaf tips. Brown and straight is sign. If curls up it is nutrition burn.
@Roberts, thank you! I am mostly concerned about 2 points:
- I am beginning to noticing amber trichomes on the very edges of the smaller sugar leaves (previous damage related decaying?...). The trichomes on the flowers themselves are still mostly clear with few cloudy. As this is my very first take on growing, what rule of thumb should I be following so to harvest (and time my flush) at the right time?
- DO one start flushing upon noticing the right amount of cloudy/amber trichomes ratio, or does one needs to time the flushing so to achieve the wanted results by the end of week 2 of flushing?
@whenindoubtsmokeitout, thanks. I have grown 2 of those strains. Smell should be coming soon. I try to be informative, and basically try to answer any questions prior being asked. I appreciate the support.
If you ever need to ask or want another person's perspective feel free to drop me a line. 🤜🤛
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