After a week in the new pots they have really looked a lot better and grown significantly more than they had been. Being so small, it was underestimated how much root growth they were capable of. All of the new growth has looked very good. They seem to really like the Roots Organic Original mix that they are now in. #3 has a tiny bit of the soil mixture that is being cooked for a larger grow. There was a little bit of leftover which was mixed in with the roots toward the bottom of the pot for the plant to grow into. It had only been cooking for 2 weeks so definitely not finished yet. Hopefully it doesn't pose too much of an issue but this is also a good test.
#1 is still the tallest and growing the quickest it seems
#2 is still odd looking and its leaf structure is unique
#3 is still staying short and compact
A soil moisture meter is used to tell when to water. When it gets down to the lower end of the moist and into the dry area, a good watering is given. Not measuring exactly how much water is being fed to each plant, but just giving them a good soaking being careful not to overwater. The measurements above for water are just estimations.
Going to put them in their final pots (5 gal buckets) in the next week. Initially wanted to go from cups to final containers but was a little behind in gathering everything after starting these girls. Gonna get more Roots Organic Original Mix and amend with EWC and rice hulls for the final containers. Compost teas and molasses diluted in water will be the only feeding/"nutrients" they get. The next grow will be done in a composted organic soil mixture that will be done after 6 weeks of cooking. Those will only be given compost teas and water so the plants in this grow diary are kind of the guinea pigs for trying some of that.
@BudBoutique, Thanks man, I'll give a follow back! Yeah I agree, I think some jar time will help for sure. By the time the next run is finished I should have a better way to control the drying environment. Gonna dry the next run in the grow room which has a controller and is easier to regulate temp and humidity. Soooo stoked for these Big Body Gelati from Covert! You too bud, smoke up!
@CannabisFarmerGuyDude,
appreciate your long answer bro. Yeah im same not always exactly 60/60 but just curing them a few more weeks make them more better. Just get them darkness and low temp and burp as usual. And trust me 4-8 weeks make a huge difference even though its not easy to keep hands away haha have a super stoney weekend buddy - will follow u straight :)
@Seedsman, oh definitely familiar with pH and absorption rates, but since I am avoiding sulfate based, soluble, ionic, fertilizers/nutrients and didn't provide them with adequate container size or high quality soil (just in Roots Organic), I don't think there is much that can be changed this late in the cycle unless I want to introduce some bottled solution. Had they been in say at least 15 gallon or preferably 30 gallon containers, with a compost based complete soil that provided the plants everything they could need for the entire cycle and more, the effects of slightly too alkaline water would probably be negligible. Next run is already set up for this so all these issues should be avoided next time!
@CannabisFarmerGuyDude, that sound a bit high... ideal would be under 7.0
Have you read any table of absorption of elements depending on Ph? It would be good for you to see the optimal ranges, there are many on Google if you haven't done so. 🙏
@Seedsman, was able to get a pH off the runoff this morning. Was reading 7.6 so while a little more basic than ideal, that wouldn't cause too many issues would it?
@Seedsman, Thank you! It has been eradicated, thankfully it was less severe than initially expected. Only lost a few pieces of a couple colas but saved the rest. Did a massive defoliation and inspection right after this last post so the last week or so should go smooth. Also was able to move them to the new grow room so the humidity and temp are a lot easier to manage. Have humidity sitting around 40-45% now and temp consistently around 75-77F which is a lot better and should prevent any new issues from coming up the last week or two. The buds that are remaining are really dense and frosty!! Can't wait to try it!