AMATEUR Northern Light 250W 2x4

Begin Veg week 1 on 23.07.2023 So first week of veg, so far so good they are growing fast and healthy. They still look a bit beat up but they had some time without humidity, temp or light control so its pretty ok in my opinion. i again used some neemoil against gnats as active and preventive method. for me neemoil is the go-to for something like that. 100% bio, you can use it for your own skin, you could drink it and also use it in and on plants against pests. it hinders insects to form chitin and so they are pretty much useless. most of them won't even survive the larval state and the few that do are crippled so much they can't reproduce. i can highly recommend it. also its super cheap and healthy! i hope 4 weeks veg is enough for them yielding good in the tent, im still quite new to that and have to figure that out. i really try to maintain perfect VPD with 26-29°C and 85% humidity for this early stage. i turn down the numbers at night a bit and lower the target of humidity by about 10% and rise it back to 85% at 6am when the light starts. thats also when i water/feed im REALLY curious how the grow will turn out and what things i can learn!

Well so far the plants are really enjoying it. they grow really really fast, look healthy and happy. I had to top one because it was much faster growing. so far i can clearly see different 3 phenotypes but nothing crazy so far. Humidity is at 85% temp is connected to rH and stays between 29℃ and 24℃ so i have optimal VPD i lower rH about 10% when lights turn off. DLI is at aroun 30 and 420 PPFD i think those are good stats for them to grow for the week. i took those at the beginning of the week and they already grew a lot. very happy so far with this grow 5Days later and they look gorgeous! they grow really fast, the cbd auto already got ahead over some of the northern light but that was obvious because she startet in the tent and perfect environment. runoff gives around pH 6 and 1.0 EC which is perfectly fine. from now on i dunk them ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1RBRVC7enw ) . trying that for the first time but looks good. i think i give them a few more weeks and then ready to be sent in flower? idk if i should wait longer but i will adjust to the autoflower in the tent.

start 3rd week: 06.08.2023 So far so good, mid of week 3 all look healthy just a few dwarfes but otherwise they look really healthy, no fert. so far this week because i got 1.0 EC last week from the rinse so that should be fine. i topped one plant because it would have grew the others out by too much. i defoliated a little abd cut off some side shoots from the really small plants because i want them to focus on height. i can see them grow everyday. ❓ i wonder how long i should let them veg for. i want the best ratio of speed/harvest ❓

SHE TURNED MALE OH NO!

14.08.2023 begin week 4 WELL, sad day, the cbd auto turned male (pictures in harvest) it was by far the healthiest and strongest plant in the tent. what a shame i was really hyped, well that happens. the others look good. i will put them into flower after week 4 so they still can grow a bit and i need some time to prep a chemdawg auto from fastbuds so it can fill the space and i still had some. since its really really really fast it should work, lets see how much i can get out of it running it with the photo's on 12/12 after week 4. in week 4 i aim for around 600ppfd and a DLI of 40 based on https://growlightmeter.com/lighting-requirements-of-cannabis-over-the-full-grow-cycle/ this. the ARAY 4 is doing a GREAT job covering all of the space evenly without! heatspots. this lamp is one of the best things i bought for this hobby of mine. just as little as 18 cm lamp to plant is far enough so it still can cover evenly, really nice. Edit: i fucked up and i calibrated the ph like i did for my hydro system so i aimed for 5.5 and not for 6/6.5 im an idiot lol, thanks for the help

21.08.2023 begin week 4 they look better tho and start to regenerate i think. im super stupid, i ph corrected to 5.5 pH last week because of my last hydro grow. oops. thanks for the help from the grow questions :) plants started to grow again i dialed back the light to 420ppfd and DLI about 27 but i will start to increase slowly over the next days.

start week 6 28.08.2023 Lamp60% about 42cm gives the canopy 45 DLI and 570PPFD plants slowly start to grow again but new deficiencies pop up thats putting me down a little but thats how it is. i hope grow question will solve my problems i feeded accordingly runoff was 6.5 1.7 EC and they still look so sickly ): They already start to smell a bit. I really hope they still will yield some. 20g per plant should be possible right? even if i put them in flower now? well

04.09.2023 begin week 7 still looking a bit whack, but they recover. i flipped them into flower and this is the first transition week i still count as veg its on 550ppfd and DLI about 27. vpd is perfect most of the times 28Celsius and 70% rH not much else to talk about this week

11.09.2023 Begin first week Flower/Transition Week 2/Week 8 So its the first week of her showing actually signs of flowering. i gave them a good defol, some spread good already others just got about 4 tops but that doesn't matter i think they look much better now compared to the last weeks haha will update fotos as soon as possible (: GROWSTATS👍 runoff was 1.2 EC Upped DLI to about 28 and PPFD to 650 increasing to DLI of 30 towards next week VPD is almost perfect everytime. if it gets hotter i adjust the max rH on the controller and vice versa i wish i could upload my raw photos here, they would look so much nicer but only jpg works and thats better than nothing i guess 💀

18.09.2023 Begin week 9 / 2nd week of flower pH: 6.05 EC: 1.8 Runoff pH: 6.15 vpd is mot of the time perfect at 26Celcius and 65%rH (i turn down rh over night around 10%) ppfd is around 700 and DLI of 30 (https://growlightmeter.com/lighting-requirements-of-cannabis-over-the-full-grow-cycle/) lamp is on 60% power and the tops are around 30cm away and next week i will increase to DLI 34 (since i have a bottle with sugarwater and yeast hanging above the plants. so i will try to increase it even more (towards 40) and will see how the plants react. i wish i had a Co2 reader. overall good week, they grow every day and small buds are already forming seeya

Grow Diary: AMATEUR Northern Light 250W 2x4 - Week 3 Flowering Begin 25.09.2023 🌼 Strain: Northern Light Linda Seeds 💡 Lighting: 250W LED Grow Light 80% 37cm away from plant = around everywhere 800ppfd & 34 DLI (the light is really good, and the spreading is really even!) 🌡️ Temperature and Humidity: 24°C (Day) / 18°C (Night), 45-50% rH Weekly Update - Week 3 of Flowering: In this week, my Northern Light grow continues to progress, but the buds are still forming, and the plant is stretching upwards. Here are the key highlights: 🌷 Flower Progress: The flowering buds continue to develop, and the plant is still stretching upwards. The buds are gradually taking shape, and I'm looking forward to the coming weeks as they further mature. 🌡️ Temperature and Humidity: Temperature readings remain consistent at 24°C (day) and 18°C (night), with relative humidity ranging between 45-50%. These conditions are ideal for the flowering phase and contribute to the overall health of my plant. 🌱 Nutrients and pH: The pH of my nutrient mix remains stable at 6.3, and the EC (Electrical Conductivity) is at 0.8. next time just water tho Gnat Issue: Unfortunately, I've noticed a minor issue with gnats (fungus gnats). I'm actively addressing this problem by keeping the soil dry and using yellow sticky traps to catch the gnats. I hope to see improvements in the coming days. i will also give them some neemoil to fix the problem 💡 Lighting: The LED grow light provides a PPFD (Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density) of 800 and a DLI (Daily Light Integral) of 34. These light values are ideal for the flowering phase and promote bud growth. I'm eager to see what the upcoming weeks hold as my Northern Light plant continues to flower, and the buds progress further. Stay tuned for more updates and photos!

Grow Diary: AMATEUR Northern Light 250W 2x4 - Week 4 Flowering Begin Week 4: 02.11.2023 🌼 Strain: Northern Light Linda Seeds 💡 Lighting: 250W LED Grow Light 80% intensity, 37cm away from the plants, providing approximately 800 PPFD & 34 DLI (the light distribution remains even and effective). 🌡️ Temperature and Humidity: Stable conditions with temperatures at 24°C (Day) / 18°C (Night) and humidity levels ranging between 50-65%. Weekly Update - Week 14 of Flowering: In this 14th week of flowering, my Northern Light plants are progressing well. Here are the latest developments: 🌷 Flower Progress: The flowering buds are maturing beautifully, and the plants continue to stretch upwards. While some slight discoloration to a lime green has occurred, the buds appear healthy and promising. What's truly exciting is the delightful citrus fragrance emanating from the buds, resembling the aroma of fresh fruit rather than harsh citrus cleaner. 🍊 Aroma: The plants have developed a pleasant citrus scent, adding an enjoyable olfactory dimension to the grow space.

Grow Diary: AMATEUR Northern Light 250W 2x4 - Week 5 Flowering Begin Week 5: 09.11.2023 🌼 Strain: Northern Light from Linda Seeds 🏢 Grow Space: Indoor grow tent, 2'x4' (0.6m x 1.2m) 💡 Lighting: MIGRO ARAY 4 🌡️ Temperature and Humidity: 22°C-29°C, 45%-55% RH 🌿 Growing Medium: Soil with added perlite Weekly Update - Week 13: 🌷 Flower Progress: The plants are thriving and looking stunning. The buds are getting denser, and their fragrance is becoming more potent. Trichome development is now visibly pronounced. Most trichomes are still transparent, with some still in the maturation phase. Keep an eye out for the close-up shots coming later this week. 🌡️ Temperature and Humidity: Temperature and humidity levels remain consistent, ranging from 22C to 29C with relative humidity between 45% and 55%. 🌱 Nutrients and pH: the nutrient mix remains stable with a pH level of 6.5, ensuring the plants are receiving the appropriate nourishment. The EC values are within the optimal range. Pest Issues (if any): Thankfully, no pest issues to report at this time. Regular inspections and preventive measures are proving effective. 💡 Lighting: The LED grow lights are providing consistent lighting. The PPFD values are within the desired range, offering the plants the light they need to flourish. (im pushing over the 40 DLI mark because of the installed "co2 bag" i hope thats okay for the plants) i continued to "dunk" them again this week; it really is the best method to water plants in fabric pots for me thanks, yo

Grow Diary: Northern Lights by Linda Seeds - Week 13 Overall, 6th Week of Flowering Start of Week 13: Monday, October 16, 2023 Strain: Northern Lights by Linda Seeds Grow Space: Within my indoor 2'x4' (0.6m x 1.2m) grow tent. Lighting: I'm utilizing the MIGRO ARAY 4 lighting system. Temperature and Humidity: My temperature management has kept the range between 16°C and 29°C (72°F-84°F), with humidity levels consistently maintained between 50% and 60%. (i need a dehumidifyer) Weekly Update - Week 13 (6th Week of Flowering): Flower Progress: In the 6th week of flowering, the Northern Lights plants are looking good! The buds are becoming more compact and aromatic with each passing day. Trichome development is in full swing, with most trichomes milky. Pest Issues: Fortunately, I haven't encountered any pest issues to report at this stage. Regular inspections and preventive measures have proven to be highly effective. Lighting: The LED grow lights are delivering consistent and appropriate lighting levels. The PPFD values remain within the desired range. Lighting Adjustment: (i run on 60%rn and 30cm away) In response to early signs of foxtailing, likely due to a DLI exceeding 41 without the addition of Cal-Mag, I've made a lighting adjustment. The light schedule has been reduced to 14 hours of light, resulting in a more balanced DLI of 33-38. The PPFD readings now range from approximately 600 to 700. Watering Method: I've continued to employ the "dunking" method for watering plants in fabric pots this week, as it has consistently proven effective in my specific setup.

Week 14: Monday, October 23, 2023 Strain: Northern Lights Key Metrics: Grow Space: Indoor 2'x4' (0.6m x 1.2m) grow tent. Lighting: MIGRO ARAY 4. Temperature and Humidity: Temperature ranges from 16°C to 29°C (72°F-84°F), with humidity consistently between 50% and 60%. Flower Progress: As we enter the 7th week of the flowering phase, the Northern Lights buds are making noticeable gains in density and fragrance. Trichome development is in full swing, and it's evident that the majority of trichomes have taken on a milky appearance. This maturation process is a promising indicator as we approach the imminent harvest phase. The colder night temperatures REALLY wrung out some color out of the buds and I'm curious how they look from the inside when dried and broke open. Pest Issues: No pest issues encountered. Lighting Adjustment: upped light schedule to 14 hours of light to address foxtailing issues and achieve a more balanced DLI of 33-38. PPFD now ranges from 600 to 700 with only 60% power 😍 Watering Method: i just bottom feed them the last 2 weeks every 2-3 days like 375ml water Growth Update: In Week 14, the Northern Lights plant is nearing the end of its growth journey. After reducing the light intensity to 33 DLI, the plant has resumed its regular bud growth, and the buds have expanded in size. It's a positive sign that the adjustments have had the desired effect. I'm now exclusively using pH 6.5 water for watering to ensure optimal conditions for the plant. It's exciting to see that harvest time is just around the corner, and I'll be closely monitoring the plant's progress in the coming days. This marks the final week of the grow, and I'm looking forward to the upcoming harvest.

will add info later, no nutes anymore, how do you like the pictures? any tips? Week 15 start monday 30.10.2023 well there isn't much to say, i bottom feed them if they need it, i lift them to see if. no nutes anymore. i COULD cut them but i wanted to wait. there new pistils coming and i can see (if you know, you know, it's an experience thing i would say) the buds will chonk up more if i wait a bit more. also trichs are not on the spot yet. its like 70% milky 20% clear and 10% amber.

i think there is a few more days in for them. maybe on week 17. i can't really say a lot of things so here is a quick fact: "... These professionals apply an average of 4.5l per day for each 500g of processed flower expected following harvesting. Based on this, growers can obtain average yield data from their seed bank of choice and develop an approximated watering schedule." so if you wondered how much g you will get out the grow, you can take a look at how much water is consumed in 24h

Strain Performance Overview: Northern Lights by Linda Seeds The strain exhibited robust growth, free from deformities or mutations. Every seed germinated successfully, and the plants thrived exceptionally well. However, I must admit to two mistakes in the cultivation process. Firstly, I used All Mix, leading to an unexpectedly high EC value(3.5). Unfortunately, I didn't catch this oversight in time, resulting in some stunted growth for my plants. With proper attention, there could have been even more yield on the scales. Secondly, I overlooked the importance of Calmag. The intensity of the ARAY 4 light from Migro demands Calmag supplementation, especially when pushing for maximum yield, as I did. Nevertheless, these hiccups provided invaluable learning experiences, and despite the challenges, the end result is some excellent weed. The growth journey was thoroughly enjoyable, and I've gained a wealth of knowledge. Overall, a great learning experience that produced high-quality cannabis. Cheers to a fun and successful grow!