EarthBox [LOS] - HSC - Garlic Budder

Introduction - Week 01 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9189.01, Quite surprisingly, this week went by without any major issues. So far so good! This week was seedling growth for both girls. These girls continue to surprise me with healthy top growth. Really trying not to over-water. Had to add support wires for both plants. These ladies are stretchy! To help a bit more, the PPFD was slightly increased. Also throughout the week, been battling against soil mites. Did an IPM spraying which slightly helped to knock the population down. But most of all, soil dry backs helped to fix the issue. Anyways, onwards to next week! [START OF WEEK 01] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 01 - Seedling Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 01 - Seedling 03/04/24 → 03/10/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~18 mol/m2/d PPFD: ~275 μmol/m2/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 17.04 mol/m2/d PPFD: 263 μmol/m2/s VPD: 0.90 kPa Soil %: [38.3, 32.3, 31.3, 35.0] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 03/04/24 - Total Days: 007 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 78.9°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 73.2% - VPD: 0.89 kPa - Soil %: [39, 33, 33, 35] ----------------------------------- - [09:19]: Morning checkup! --- Both girls are looking great! --- A bit stretchy but I don’t mind! Going to be dialing in the light over the next few days which should reduce further stretching. --- #2 is definitely getting a bit too lanky. --- Plan to also take the first height readings this week. --- Have to say that with less than a week since the beans were placed on the cotton pad, I am very happy with this grow! --- So far so smooth! --- Don’t F-this up! Please. --- Steady as she grows Ensign. - [09:23]: Filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup of distilled water. --- While leaving the humidity domes on, misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (about 1/2 cup each). - [09:32]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is getting low. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3gal) along with a bit of Hydrogen Peroxide (~35mL). - [23:14]: Night check! --- Both seedlings are looking nice and happy! --- Again, a bit tall, but growing along. - [09:23]: Filled a pump sprayer with 2 cups of distilled water. --- While leaving the humidity domes on, misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (about 1 cup each). - [23:25]: Using a spray bottle, misted each grow bag and humidity dome (~10 sprays each). --- #2 is getting a bit too tall. She can barely stand up after a misting. May need to add some sort of support soon. - [23:28]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is pretty full. No need to refill. Day 02 - Tuesday - 03/05/24 - Total Days: 008 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 78.9°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 73.2% - VPD: 0.89 kPa - Soil %: [39, 33, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [08:17]: Morning check! --- Both are seedlings are looking great! --- Although the mites are just seeming to explode with population on #2’s top soil. --- Going to nuke the top soil with an IPM solution. - [08:19]: Using a spray bottle, misted both grow bags (~10 sprays each). --- Vacuumed the tent’s floor. - [08:34]: Filled a measuring cup with a cup of distilled water. ------ Added 4mL of Tweetmint Enzyme Plant Wash --- Mixed the solution before pouring it straight into a spray bottle. - [08:45]: Misted the entire bottle onto the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1/2 cup each). --- Misted both grow bags along with each humidity dome. --- Sprayed the floor a little bit too. --- Going to let this air dry out before nuking the soil again with some Eliminator. - [16:40]: Evening check! --- Growing along quite nicely! --- Soil mites are just raging in #2 right now. Time to hit the soil again! - [16:51]: Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 15mL of Dr. Zymes' Eliminator --- Mixed the solution before pouring it straight into a pump sprayer. --- While leaving the humidity domes on, misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1 cup each). - [17:05]: Decided to remove both humidity domes. Going to harden the girls off to the tent’s environment. --- Using a spray bottle, misted both grow bags with distilled water (~12-20 sprays each). --- Yea, #2 is getting way too tall. Going to add some support. - [17:06]: Using a bit of flexible gardening plant wire, gently propped #2 up. --- Tried to keep the support away from any roots. --- Will continue to adjust the support to maintain a straight main stalk. --- If the seedlings continue to stretch, may need to increase the PPFD a bit more. - [17:12]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is getting low. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3gal) along with a bit of Hydrogen Peroxide (~35mL). Day 03 - Wednesday - 03/06/24 - Total Days: 009 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 69.1% - VPD: 1.03 kPa - Soil %: [38, 32, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [21:27]: Evening checkup! --- Growing along and looking great! --- The mites also seem to be more under control for now. --- Letting the soil dry out a bit may have also helped. - [21:31]: Using a longer piece of flexible gardening plant wire, replaced #2’s support. --- Have the base of the new support just outside the grow bag. --- Decided to further increase the PPFD. --- The FC-6500 was utilizing around 204.5W (at intensity 2 out of 10). - [21:36]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the grow light. --- Increased the MAX from 2 to 3 --- The FC-6500 is now utilizing around 261.4W (at intensity 3 out of 10). - [21:39]: Took the weekly PPFD reading. --- Both seedlings were around 263 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 17.04 mol/m²/d --- This will be the most I’m willing to give these girls at this stage of growth. I’m hoping that - [22:23]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is still pretty full. No need to refill yet. --- Plan to take height and light distance measurements tomorrow. Day 04 - Thursday - 03/07/24 - Total Days: 010 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.1°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 74.0% - VPD: 0.87 kPa - Soil %: [38, 32, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [12:45]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is getting pretty low. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2.5gal) and a bit of Hydrogen Peroxide (~20mL). - [18:18]: Evening check! --- Both ladies are growing along quite nicely! --- Also the environment is feeling really good! The temps and RH are pretty stable. - [18:26]: Filled a measuring cup with 2cups of distilled water. ------ Added half of 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract ------ Added 1/32tsp of Recharge --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the solution onto the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1 cup each). - [18:35]: Using a piece of flexible gardening plant wire, added a support for #1. --- Similar to #2, have the base the support just outside the grow bag. - [18:40]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 2.5" tall. --- #2 was about 3" tall. --- #1 was about 47" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 46" away from the grow light. - [18:48]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is getting low. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3gal). Day 05 - Friday - 03/08/24 - Total Days: 011 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 73.8% - VPD: 0.88 kPa - Soil %: [38, 32, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [21:32]: Evening check. --- Ladies are looking great! --- Both have their second set of true leaves growing in! It’s only been just over 10 days since the seed was placed on the cotton pad. --- Definitely not complaining, but did not expect to see growth this fast! --- May need to feed these girls soon. - [21:36]: Using a spray bottle, misted each grow bag with 10 sprays of distilled water. --- Mainly focused on the top growth. - [21:48]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is getting low. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3gal). Day 06 - Saturday - 03/09/24 - Total Days: 012 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.1°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 73.9% - VPD: 0.88 kPa - Soil %: [38, 32, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [20:12]: Evening check! --- Growing along nicely! --- Both girls are looking healthy and green! No yellowing! --- Please don’t frack this up Ensign. --- Okay! Gonna feed a bit of Yah-Whey! - [20:19]: Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 4mL of Thrive Yah-Whey --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the top growth of both EarthBoxes with the solution (~1cup each). --- Gently misted each grow bag, but mainly focused on the surround soil. - [20:32]: Check the humidifier. --- Water level is above half, not going to refill quite yet. Day 07 - Sunday - 03/10/24 - Total Days: 013 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.2°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 74.1% - VPD: 0.87 kPa - Soil %: [38, 32, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [19:02]: Evening checkup! --- Wow! Both seedlings looking pretty good! --- Still stretchy, but leaves are looking green and happy! - [19:13]: Filled a pump sprayer with 2 cups of distilled water. --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (about 1 cup each). --- Went around each grow bag. --- Time for a basic seedling foliar spray! - [19:26]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2cup of distilled water. ------ Added half of 1/64tsp of: --------- Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --------- Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a spray bottle. --- Misted the top soil of both grow bags. - [19:41]: Checked the humidifier. --- Woah! Tank is pretty much empty. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3gal). [END OF WEEK 01]

Introduction - Week 02 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9208.14, Another smooth week of growing! This was a pre-veg week. At the beginning of the week, fed the girls a seedling dosage of organic fertilizer. Since the cover crop did not survive this grow cycle, going to try to grow without it. To maintain soil moisture, been spraying the top soil every other day. Most of all, the higher humidity levels within the tent have been a huge help. Increased the PPFD a bit more by lowering the light. Towards the end of the week, the main stalks of both plants started to green up, but overall still waiting for these girls to start vegging. Not much else to report for this week, onwards to the next! Engage! [START OF WEEK 02] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 02 - Pre-Veg Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 02 - Pre-Veg 03/11/24 → 03/17/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m2/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m2/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.83 mol/m2/d PPFD: 306 μmol/m2/s VPD: 0.93 kPa Soil %: [40.6, 30.4, 31.4, 35.0] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 03/11/24 - Total Days: 014 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.3°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 74.2% - VPD: 0.87 kPa - Soil %: [38, 31, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [21:38]: Evening check. --- Wow growth looks great! Both girls are perky and happy! --- The main stalks still haven’t started to thicken up quite yet, but should soon. I hope. - [31:39]: Using a spray bottle, misted each grow bag with 25 sprays of distilled water. --- Mainly focused on the top growth. - [21:43]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is about half full. Going to refill anyways. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3gal). Day 02 - Tuesday - 03/12/24 - Total Days: 015 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.1°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 73.9% - VPD: 0.87 kPa - Soil %: [40, 31, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [16:19]: Evening check. --- Main stalks still have not changed much, but top leaf growth is looking pretty good! --- Going to give a fertilizer feeding! Going with seedling dosages (based on the BuildASoil schedule chart). - [16:28]: Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of: --------- Horticultural Aloe --------- Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/8tsp of: --------- Mycrobe Complete --------- Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [16:37]: Misted the solution onto the top soil of both EarthBoxes. --- Also slightly misted both grow bags. --- Mainly focused on the top soil around each bag. - [16:44]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is still pretty full. No need to refill quite yet. - [16:45]: Have to say that the new heater (AC Infinity’s Thermoforge T3), is definitely a game changer! --- Temps have been way more stable, which has made my VPD more stable. --- Also my night to day temp swings are less the 5°F --- In combination with the humidifier (AC Infinity’s Cloudforge T7), I’m now able to grow without the humidity dome! --- Plus this is my first grow cycle in which I have the entire 4x4ft floor space. Very nice! Day 03 - Wednesday - 03/13/24 - Total Days: 016 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.2°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 74.1% - VPD: 0.87 kPa - Soil %: [42, 31, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [16:00]: Evening check. --- Ladies are looking quite nice! Leaf growth looks green and perky! --- Main stalks are still look pretty thin. They’re still both pre-vegging. --- At least for me, the first week of veg begins once the main stalk turns green and thickens up. --- Regardless, looking great! - [16:02]: Using premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Misted the top soil of both grow bags (~35 sprays each). - [16:06]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is almost empty! --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3gal). --- Easy grow day! --- Done! Day 04 - Thursday - 03/14/24 - Total Days: 017 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.4°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 74.0% - VPD: 0.88 kPa - Soil %: [41, 30, 31, 35] ----------------------------------- - [16:00]: Evening check. --- Both girls are still green and looking perky! --- Aside from a slight height difference, both phenos are growing along looking identical. --- So far really liking these genetics! --- Although next time, going to plant a day earlier. Also will start with a higher PPFD. - [16:22]: Took general PPFD readings. --- Both were around 261 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 16.91 mol/m²/d - [16:24]: Decided to increase the PPFD by lowering the light a bit closer. --- Going to try to average around 300 μmol/m²/s --- Made sure to lower the top oscillating fan first (upper right). --- Then, using the ratchet ropes, I gently lowered the FC-6500 closer to the plants. - [16:53]: Took new PPFD readings. --- Both were around 306 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.83 mol/m²/d - [17:01]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 3" tall. --- #2 was about 4" tall. --- #1 was about 38" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 37" away from the grow light. --- Gonna water in a bit of Recharge! - [17:10]: Using premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of the solution. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Recharge --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1 cup each). --- Also misted each grow bag evenly. - [17:21]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is just under half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3gal). Day 05 - Friday - 03/15/24 - Total Days: 018 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.3°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 69.5% - VPD: 1.03 kPa - Soil %: [41, 30, 32, 35] ----------------------------------- - [22:02]: Evening check. --- Looking good girls! Top growth is not yellowing and still looks great! --- Absolutely stoked on how great this grow has been growing! - [22:06]: Using a spray bottle filled with some premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Misted the top soil of both grow bags (~40 sprays each). - [22:11]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is getting a bit low. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3gal). Day 06 - Saturday - 03/16/24 - Total Days: 019 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 69.2% - VPD: 1.08 kPa - Soil %: [41, 30, 32, 35] ----------------------------------- - [20:53]: Evening check. --- Ooo yea! Both ladies are looking very nice! --- Growth is still green and perky! --- As far as grows goes, aside from the lack of cover crop, this grow has gone surprisingly well! --- Don’t frack this up Ensign! - [21:03]: Using premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of the solution. --- Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Mixed the solution before pouring it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1 cup each). --- Sprayed both growbags evenly. --- Did not wet the top growth, mainly focused on the top soil. --- Nice! --- The main stalks of both plants are turning green! --- For me, this a clear indication that the veg phase is about to begin. --- Hoping to see thickening of the main stalk soon. --- If all goes well, the first week of veg will begin next week. - [21:12]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is about half full. Going to refill anyways. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 07 - Sunday - 03/17/24 - Total Days: 020 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages - Temps: 79.2°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 74.0% - VPD: 0.87 kPa - Soil %: [41, 30, 32, 35] ----------------------------------- - [19:55]: Evening check. --- Garden is growing along beautifully! --- Growth is still looking healthy and green! - [22:06]: Using a spray bottle filled with some premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Misted the top soil of both grow bags (~30 sprays each). --- Focused on the top soil (did not spray the top growth). - [20:01]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is just over half full. Going to refill anyways. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.5gal). --- Been 20 days since the seeds were placed onto the cotton pads and have to say that both ladies are growing along great! --- Ah yea! Another smooth week done! [END OF WEEK 02]

Introduction - Week 03 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9227.26, Well it wouldn’t be a newbie grow without some grow issues. Looking back at this week, I may have overfed or over-watered (or both). Both plants are still pre-vegging.. I think. Started watering daily, but by the end of the week decided to let the soil dry out a bit. Gave both girls a veg feeding early in the week but had some leaf tip burning issues shortly after (damnit Ensign). Growth could be worse but can definitely be better. Also been having slight humidifier issues (the unit keeps disconnecting at the UIS port). Hope these girls recover soon. [START OF WEEK 03] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 03 - Pre-Veg Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 03 - Pre-Veg 03/18/24 → 03/24/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m2/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m2/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 18.92 mol/m2/d PPFD: 292 μmol/m2/s VPD: 0.91 kPa Soil %: [41.4, 30.6, 34.9, 39.9] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 03/18/24 - Total Days: 021 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.3°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 74.1% - VPD: 0.87 kPa - Soil %: [42, 30, 33, 35] ----------------------------------- - [17:00]: Evening check. --- Garden is looking happy! --- Both plants are perky and looking green! --- As far as growth structure, both plants are clearly showing genetic differences. --- The #1 pheno seems to have more broader indica-like leaves whereas #2 is showing more thinner sativa-like leaves. --- Also #2 is a bit taller which can be a sativa trait (indica growth is usually more squat). --- Going to start feeding full veg dosages. - [17:07]: Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of: --------- Horticultural Aloe --------- Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Mycrobe Complete ------ Added 1/8tsp of Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [17:21]: Misted the solution onto the top soil of both EarthBoxes. --- Also misted both grow bags. --- Did not spray any of the top growth. --- Focused on the top soil around each plant. - [17:25]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was just over half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.5gal) along with some Hydrogen Peroxide (~30mL). Day 02 - Tuesday - 03/19/24 - Total Days: 022 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.5°F [26.4°C] - Humidity: 73.8% - VPD: 0.89 kPa - Soil %: [42, 30, 33, 35] ----------------------------------- - [17:00]: Evening check. --- Nice! Both girls are looking happy and green! --- Growing along beautifully! - [17:03]: Ooo, two of the Ecowitt soil sensors are almost completely drained. --- Time to replace the soil batteries! --- Going to swap out the whole lot. - [17:06]: Temporarily removed all the sensors and placed them into a cup. --- Filled in each sensor hole with the surrounding soil. Pressed and flattened the top soil. --- Also went around each grow bag and compacted the soil down a bit more. - [17:15]: Placed the sensors back into each EarthBox. --- Swapped out the batteries before placing each sensor back. --- Also made sure the sensor IDs matched the app IDs. - [17:26]: Vacuumed the tent’s floor. --- Did not wipe the floor, mainly vacuumed all the dust and dirt. - [17:33]: Took general PPFD readings. --- Both plants were around 309 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 20.02 mol/m²/d - [17:34]: Decided to increase the PPFD by lowering the light a bit closer. --- Going to try to average about 360 μmol/m²/s --- Using the ratchet ropes, I gently lowered the FC-6500 a few inches closer to the plants. - [17:43]: Took new PPFD readings. --- Both were around 355 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 23.00 mol/m²/d - [17:46]: Using a spray bottle filled with some premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Misted the top soil of both grow bags (~40 sprays each). - [17:49]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 03 - Wednesday - 03/20/24 - Total Days: 023 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.8°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 67.7% - VPD: 1.11 kPa - Soil %: [40, 30, 34, 38] ----------------------------------- - [17:36]: Evening check. --- Garden is looking pretty good! --- Hmm, --- #1 is looking nice and perky, but can see a set of burnt leaf tip. --- #2 is a bit droopy. Also new growth looks sort of yellow. --- Overall, still looking okay, but getting a bit concerned. --- Damnit Ensign.. --- Going to water in some Recharge a bit later. --- Will check if growth gets better or worse. - [17:40]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 is about 4" tall. --- #2 is about 4.75" tall. --- #1 was about 29" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 28" away from the grow light. - [17:47]: Using premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of the solution. --- Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/32tsp of Recharge --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1 cup each). --- Misted each grow bag but not the top growth. - [18:01]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was sort of full. Going to top it off anyways. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.5gal). --- Well there seems to be an issue now (damnit Ensign).. --- Could have been the fertilizer feeding (too soon or too concentrated)? --- Might hold off a week before feeding again. --- Or maybe the issue was the amount of water (most likely over-watering)? --- If the drooping and leaf tip burn gets worse, will let the soil dry out a bit more. --- May change to daily waterings. If I do, will reduce the dosage. --- Will check back later tonight to see if improvement occurs (or if growth gets worse). --- [*smokes a few bowls] - [20:33]: Okay! Quick tent check, --- Looking a lot better! --- #1 is looking great! No new issues. --- #2 is less droopy! Maybe she just needed water? - [21:02]: The humidifier cut out.. Again, --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Okay, have a slight gripe with AC Infinity’s Cloudforge T7.. --- The UIS (USB-C) port design and placement is pretty bad. --- Since the humidifier was cleaned and moved out of the tent, the UIS port connection has occasionally cut out. --- Surprisingly, when this occurs, I don’t get any notification or alarm. --- The only way for me to tell is to check the app or physically look at the controller’s display. --- Pretty annoying.. --- When this happens, to fix the issue (at least for me), first I’ve been unplugging the unit. --- Then reseat the UIS cable on the humidifier’s port (unplug, then plug back in). --- Then re-plug in the unit. --- From my experience, this doesn’t work unless the unit is off. I’ve tried reseating the cable while the unit is on and have gotten some strange glitches. --- Also, sometimes this process has to be repeated several times before the connection is fixed. --- Looking at the Thermoforge, the UIS port design is a lot better which has a recessed port. The UIS cable even has a rubber grommet seal. The humidifier’s UIS port is pretty flimsy and the cable easily wiggles around whenever the unit is moved. Ironically, the built in wheels, although a decent feature, do not help with this issue (may even be the cause of the issue). --- Kind of funny that the heater (which don’t use water) has a rubber seal, yet the humidifiers (which use water) do not. --- Since the Thermoforge is newer than the Cloudforge, I’m pretty certain AC Infinity will fix their humidifier ports for the ‘Version 2’ models.. --- Glad to see that they’ve improved the Cloudray fans which are supposed to be more robust and easier to use (better control button placement). The improved design also claims to fix the ‘clicking’ sound issue. Both of my Cloudray S6 (Version 1) fans do make a slight clicking noise. Not too annoying and doesn’t seem to affect the performance of the oscillation, but it is there. --- Of course, AC Infinity’s products are all top notch and I’m glad to see improvements with each version. --- Just a little annoyed with my current situation (now have to be careful when refilling or moving the unit). --- Anyways, back to the grow, --- On the positive side, --- Really glad I checked on the tent when I did. --- If this was a ‘normal’ grow day, probably wouldn’t have noticed until tomorrow morning or evening.. --- Since the humidifier cut out (happened when I refilled the unit earlier in the day), the tent’s environment has been pretty dry. --- Before the end of the day, plan to check back once more to see if growth improves (or not). --- [*smokes several more bowls] - [23:18]: Okay! --- Another quick tent check, --- Growth is looking pretty good! --- Both plants look happy! --- #2 could be a bit perkier, but the watering seemed to have helped more than damaged. --- Also the environment is back to proper humidity and VPD levels. For now. --- Will need to continue to be careful with the humidifier. --- To stabilize the unit, may try propping the unit up off its wheels which could help with the dis-connection issue. Day 04 - Thursday - 03/21/24 - Total Days: 024 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.2°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 74.2% - VPD: 0.87 kPa - Soil %: [41, 31, 36, 45] ----------------------------------- - [21:41]: Evening check. --- Garden is looking better! --- #1 is looking happy and green! --- #2 looking better, but has slight signs of yellowing on the new growth. - [21:43]: Using premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup of the solution. --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1/2 cup each). --- Also misted the top growth of both plants. - [21:49]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was just over half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 05 - Friday - 03/22/24 - Total Days: 025 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.1°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 74.2% - VPD: 0.86 kPa - Soil %: [41, 31, 36, 43] ----------------------------------- - [22:24]: Evening check. --- Growth is looking okay, but still not as healthy as the beginning of the week. --- Going to try to give some potassium silicate to see if the added silica will help. --- Normally, this should be applied during the pre-bloom stretch phase. --- A bit concerned about the extra potassium (0-0-32) so going to dilute the solution. --- Pretty sure potassium is a macro nutrient and is essential for photosynthesis and stomatal activity (I think). So adding a bit extra shouldn’t hurt right? --- Damnit, please don’t frack this up Ensign.. - [22:33]: Using premixed Agsil water (1/2tsp of Agsil16H to 1 gal distilled water), --- Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of the solution. --- Diluted the solution by adding 1/2 cup of distilled water. --- Mix the solution before pouring it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1/2 cup each). --- Also gave the top growth a misting. - [22:43]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 06 - Saturday - 03/23/24 - Total Days: 026 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.1°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 74.0% - VPD: 0.87 kPa - Soil %: [42, 31, 36, 42] ----------------------------------- - [20:54]: Evening check. --- Growth is still looking a bit droopy. --- Going to increase the watering to see if they perk up or droop. - [20:57]: Using premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Filled a pump sprayer with 2 cups of the solution. --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1 cup each). --- Also misted the top growth. --- I’ll check back to see if the increased watering helps or not. - [21:07]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was just over half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). - [22:00]: Time for a grow board wipe! --- Looking over the past few weeks I think I think I may have fed a bit too early. --- Well going to hope for the best. Day 07 - Sunday - 03/24/24 - Total Days: 027 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 78.7°F [25.9°C] - Humidity: 72.5% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [42, 31, 36, 41] ----------------------------------- - [19:03]: Evening check. --- Hmm. --- Okay somethings wrong. --- Both are looking pretty droopy. --- Damnit Ensign! --- I think I fed these girls too early along with over-watered the soil. - [19:05]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 42% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 36% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 41% - [CH04 EB2 - Secondary] --- Going to let the soil dry out for a day or two before watering again.. --- Will probably go back to watering every other day with mistings on the dry-back days. - [19:07]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- While these girls recover, going to lower the light level down a notch. This should help to reduce stress. I think. - [19:27]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the grow light. --- Decreased the MAX from 3 to 25 --- The FC-6500 is now utilizing around 204.4W (at intensity 2 out of 10). - [19:35]: Took a general PPFD reading. --- Both plants were around 292 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 18.92 mol/m²/d --- Hopefully next grow week goes a bit better than this one did. --- [*smokes a bowl] [END OF WEEK 03]

Introduction - Week 04 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9246.39, This week should have been the beginning of veg week 1, but instead this was a recovery week.. Growth has been pretty stunted and droopy.. Pretty sure I over-watered. Tried watering again which made it worse (damnit). I just want to water them, but I think I have to hold off.. Been misting the top growth, but did not top water for the rest of the week. To help with recovery, I lowered the light intensity back down to seedling levels. On the positive side, I think I fixed the humidifier! No disconnection issues all week! The issue was mineral buildup on the port. Also have a plan to fix the cover crop issue for the EarthBoxes. As usual, if these plants don't make it, will try again and pop more seeds. Just gotta keep on growing forward. [START OF WEEK 04] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 04 - Full Veg Wk1 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 04 - Full Veg Wk1 03/25/24 → 03/31/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~23 mol/m2/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m2/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 18.92 mol/m2/d PPFD: 292 μmol/m2/s VPD: 0.92 kPa Soil %: [37.3, 29.9, 33.9, 36.7] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 03/25/24 - Total Days: 028 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.1% - VPD: 0.93 kPa - Soil %: [42, 31, 36, 41] ----------------------------------- - [21:20]: Evening check. --- Growing along, sort of. --- Growth looks okay, but both girls are still a bit droopy. - [21:22]: Using a spray bottle filled with some premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Misted the top soil of both growbags (~60 sprays each). --- Mainly focused on the top soil, but also misted the top growth. - [21:27]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 42% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 36% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 41% - [CH04 EB2 - Secondary] --- Moisture levels look identical to yesterday. - [21:28]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 02 - Tuesday - 03/26/24 - Total Days: 029 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 78.9°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.1% - VPD: 0.92 kPa - Soil %: [40, 30, 35, 39] ----------------------------------- - [11:44]: Been doing a bit of research online and I guess the UIS connection issue is quite common. --- The best part is, the fix is quite simple. --- From what I understand, the main reason for the disconnection is a contact issue. --- Hopefully this works.. --- [*smokes a bowl] - [11:47]: Unplugged the Cloudforge T7 humidifier. --- Also disconnected the UIS (USB-C) cable from the humidifier. --- Woah! Looking a bit closer at the UIS port (keep in mind that the cable itself looks okay), there’s clear signs of some sort of mineral buildup. - [11:49]: Using a tiny flathead screwdriver along with a tiny strip of sand paper (400P), --- I gently cleaned the UIS port. --- The screwdriver scratched off a good chunk of the buildup, but the sand paper really helped! --- Folded the sandpaper strip a couple times to thicken it up. Then I gently rubbed both the top and bottom contacts. --- To ensure the contacts were clean, repeated the process a few more times with the sandpaper. - [11:57]: Re-connected the UIS cable. --- Also plugged the unit back in. --- Nice! --- Surprisingly, I think it worked! --- The unit immediately was detected by the controller and started up! --- Going to continue to keep a close check on the connection, but for now, I think the issue has been fixed! - [14:05]: Using some basic mounting putty, --- Sealed the gap around the UIS cable and port. --- After applying the putty, I ensured the connection was still good and surprisingly it was (a slight wiggle used to cause a disconnection)! --- So far so good, --- Hopefully the added putty will prevent further water damage from occurring. - [17:39]: Evening check. --- Growth is looking better. I think. --- Well I guess growth does not look worse. --- Both are still a bit droopy. --- Since the sensor readings have been the same over the past two checkups, decided to quickly agitate and re-seat all four soil sensors. - [17:52]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 35% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 28% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 31% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH04 EB2 - Secondary] --- Big difference! May need to give each sensor a wiggle before checkup. --- Been about two days since the last watering, going to give the ladies some Recharge! --- Please don’t frack this up Ensign.. - [18:01]: Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added half of 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract ------ Added 1/32tsp of Recharge --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the solution onto the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1 cup each). --- Mainly focused on the top soil, but also misted the top growth. - [18:10]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still sort of full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1gal). Day 03 - Wednesday - 03/27/24 - Total Days: 030 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 78.9°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.4% - VPD: 0.92 kPa - Soil %: [37, 29, 33, 35] ----------------------------------- - [21:51]: Evening check. --- Both plants look pretty droopy.. --- Okay, no watering today. - [21:52]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Clearly the watering did not improve anything. If anything, it made things worse.. --- Damnit Ensign.. --- Going to let the soil dry out even further. --- Please don’t die on me ladies! --- [*smokes a bowl] Day 04 - Thursday - 03/28/24 - Total Days: 031 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 78.9°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.3% - VPD: 0.92 kPa - Soil %: [37, 29, 33, 36] ----------------------------------- - [19:13]: Evening check! --- Still droopy. --- Maybe I need to water? --- Wiggled all four soil sensors a bit. - [19:23]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 37% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 33% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH04 EB2 - Secondary] --- Water levels are still pretty high. --- Not going to water today.. Really want to water. But I shouldn’t. --- Right? - [19:30]: Took general PPFD readings. --- Both plants were around 291 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 18.86 mol/m²/d --- Not going to increase the PPFD. - [19:33]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 is about 5" tall. --- #2 is about 5.5" tall. --- #1 was about 28.5" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 27.5" away from the grow light. --- Damn, really stunted these plants.. - [19:39]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Well.. As I try to hold off on watering.. --- Have a plan to fix the current EarthBox cover crop issue. --- Since I’m not using the plastic mulch covers, I think there’s too much soil. --- Going to de-mound the EarthBoxes. Plan to drop the soil level to about an inch below the top of the container. --- Once lowered, will try to sprout more cover crop. --- With the extra container space, I can use straw or rice hulls as a mulch again. --- With the excess soil from both EarthBoxes, decided to start a 3rd bean (probably another bean of Garlic Budder) in a 7 gallon Grassroots Living Soil fabric pot. --- Will top off and mix in some BuildASoil Potting 3.0 soil. --- This will be my first time growing in a fabric pot container so this should be quite fun. --- Placed an order with BuildASoil and now have a 7gal Grassroots pot on its way (along with more soil and Mycrobe Complete). --- What can possibly go wrong!? --- [*smokes a bowl] Day 05 - Friday - 03/29/24 - Total Days: 032 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.3% - VPD: 0.92 kPa - Soil %: [37, 30, 33, 36] ----------------------------------- - [21:37]: Evening check. --- Both plants are looking pretty droopy.. --- I really want to water, but not going to. --- Well at least the cover plants look nice and happy (damnit Ensign). --- While the soil continues to slowly dry, going to give a foliar feeding of some Clonex Clone Solution. - [20:51]: Filled a measuring cup with a cup of distilled water. ------ Added 1.25mL of Clonex Clone Solution --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a spray bottle. --- Misted the solution onto the top growth of both plants (~10 sprays each). - [21:59]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 38% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 34% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH04 EB2 - Secondary] - [22:01]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Once the soil level drop to the 20ish range (most likely sometime next week), plan to scrape the excess soil off. --- While I wait for my BuildASoil order (mainly the fabric pot), I can store the dry soil in a plastic 5gal bucket (inside the tent). --- This way I can try to reset the cover crop sooner. Day 06 - Saturday - 03/30/24 - Total Days: 033 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.5% - VPD: 0.92 kPa - Soil %: [37, 30, 34, 35] ----------------------------------- - [21:28]: Evening check. --- Both plants are still droopy.. --- Maybe the soil is dry enough? --- Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 38% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 34% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH04 EB2 - Secondary] --- Levels still seem quite high.. --- Damnit Ensign.. I really (really) want to water! --- But going to continue to let the soil dry out. - [21:53]: Using a spray bottle filled with some premixed Clonex solution (1mL of Clonex Clone Solution to 1 cup of distilled water), --- Misted the top growth of both plants (~10 sprays each). --- Also gave each soil sensor a quick wiggle. - [22:14]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 07 - Sunday - 03/31/24 - Total Days: 034 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.6% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [31, 30, 33, 35] ----------------------------------- - [19:04]: Evening check. --- Both plants just look droopy and unhappy.. --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Going to continue to let the soil dry out. - [19:10]: Using a spray bottle filled with some premixed Clonex solution (1mL of Clonex Clone Solution to 1 cup of distilled water), --- Misted the top growth of both plants (~10 sprays each). --- Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 34% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH04 EB2 - Secondary] --- Surprisingly, #1 has dropped by quite a bit. --- But even so, the sensor levels are still reading quite high. - [19:41]: Decided to add a few magnets to the bottom flap of the tent. --- When the lung room is completely dark, been noticing light shining through the front zipper seam. If I can see light seeping out, I’m guessing some could be leaking in. --- Using some neodymium magnets (3pairs - 6 total), I secured the zipper flap. --- For each pair or magnets, I first placed them where I wanted them (started from the bottom). --- Then I taped the inner magnet with aluminum tape and hot-glued the outer one. --- Repeated this for the rest. --- Nice! There shouldn’t be any more light leaks from the front. - [19:47]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- To further prevent any light leakage (if any), - [22:03]: Decided to rotate the EarthBoxes. --- While keeping the same order, I rotated each EarthBox 180 degrees (#1 is still on the left). --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Wow, what a rough grow week.. --- Always breaks my spirit whenever I see my plants like this.. --- Really don’t want to start more seeds, but may have to.. --- Looking back over the past couple of weeks, I’m pretty sure I fertilizer fed too early. --- Also the Agsil feeding was not the smartest idea. --- But just gotta keep on growing. --- I hope I’m doing the right thing by not watering. --- Plan to start watering again next week. --- Stay alive my ladies! Don’t die on me please! [END OF WEEK 04]

Introduction - Week 05 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9347.48, This was another recovery week of growth. Dropped the soil level of each EarthBox and added straw mulch. Attempted to sprout more cover crop which started to sprout at the end of the week. Went back to watering every two days with mulch mistings on the off days. Also received a 7gal Grassroots fabric pot. Plan to fill and start cover crop next week. Once (or if) the cover crop is sprouted, will start a new seed (or maybe seeds). I’m still hoping that these plants recover, but not sure if they will. [START OF WEEK 05] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 05 - Full Veg Wk2 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 05 - Full Veg Wk2 04/01/24 → 04/07/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m2/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m2/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 17.69 mol/m2/d PPFD: 273 μmol/m2/s VPD: 0.92 kPa Soil %: [36.3, 36.4, 38.9, 33.3] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 04/01/24 - Total Days: 035 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.2% - VPD: 0.92 kPa - Soil %: [32, 29, 30, 33] ----------------------------------- - [21:00]: Evening check. --- Both girls are still droopy. --- #1 looks like she needs water.. --- #2 looks sort of okay, but still stunted. --- Well at least the two cover crop plants seem to be doing great! Both have just exploded with growth. --- Damnit Ensign.. - [21:02]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 30% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH04 EB2 - Secondary] - [21:03]: Misted the top soil of both growbags with distilled water (~30 sprays each). --- Mainly focused on the top soil, but also misted the top growth. - [21:11]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 02 - Tuesday - 04/02/24 - Total Days: 036 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.4°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 71.1% - VPD: 0.98 kPa - Soil %: [28, 26, 28, 29] ----------------------------------- - [10:20]: Before the evening check, going to build a plant caddy! --- After a bit of tinkering, managed to assemble to the unit. --- Have to say that the fully assembled caddy feels very sturdy and can easily support the weight of a full pot. --- Also the --- This will be used later to hold the extra bucket of soil. --- Today is de-mounding day! --- Also plan to water (it’s been a good week since the last watering) and sow some cover crop (again). - [18:13]: Evening check. --- Well growth is still droopy. --- Now I think I may have under-watered? - [18:18]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 30% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH04 EB2 - Secondary] --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Okay! Going to attempt to fix this grow! --- Have no idea if this is going to work, but going to do it anyways! --- Going to de-mound the EarthBoxes. --- It’s been at least 7 days since the last watering so the soil should be pretty dry. - [18:25]: Temporarily removed all 4 Ecowitt soil sensors. --- Placed them in a solo cup for later. - [18:26]: Time to start digging! --- Using my hands, I dug out the back area of each EarthBox. --- Scooped the soil into an old 5 gallon bucket. --- Once enough soil was removed, the new top soil was smoothed and leveled out. --- Also tried to mix and loosen any chunks and compacted soil. --- Repeated this process until the soil level for both EarthBoxes was at least an inch below the top of the container. --- Wow! To remove enough soil, had to also fill a smaller plastic bin. --- There was a lot more soil than I thought. Once the fabric pot arrives, there should be more than enough to fill it (may even need to get a larger one). --- This extra space is for the straw mulch. --- Was extra gentle around each grow bag. --- Also quickly gave the tent’s floor a vacuuming. - [20:04]: Prepped the new top soil for cover crop seeds. --- For each EarthBox, ------ Added 4 cups of BuildASoil Worm Castings --- Each growbag got a cup sprinkled around the outer edges. --- Gently tilled the worm castings into the top soil. - [20:37]: Okay, once again, going to try to sprout some cover crop.. --- For each EarthBox, ------ Sprinkled 1tbsp of White Clover Cover Crop ------ Sprinkled 1tsp of 12 Seed Clover Crop --- Tried to go evenly. --- Gently tilled the seeds into the top inch of soil before patting the top soil down flat. --- Also tried to push and bury all of the larger seeds that were just sitting on top of the soil. - [20:52]: Time for the straw mulch. --- For each EarthBox, ------ Cut and sprinkled some BuildASoil Organic Barley Straw --- Used a pair of scissors and added enough straw to cover the top soil about a 1/4 inch thick (maybe 8-9 cups each). --- Going with straw instead of rice hulls this time because once the soil has cover crop again, plan to add worms again. --- Alright. Time to water. Please don’t frack this up Ensign.. --- Going with a basic wetting solution. - [21:22]: Filled a pitcher with 3 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/64tsp + Half 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/32tsp + 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/16tsp + 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [21:38]: Misted the top soil for both EarthBoxes. --- Sprayed around each grow bag. --- Focused on wetting the straw mulch as evenly as possible. - [21:43]: Placed all 4 Ecowitt soil sensors back into each EarthBox. --- Also made sure each sensor ID was correct. - [21:46]: Time to use the new caddy! --- Placed the extra soil bucket onto the caddy. --- Currently have it in the front left corner. This bucket will be eventually replace with a fabric pot for another seed attempt (#64). --- Done! --- Going back to watering every other day. Will mist the mulch on the dry-back days. - [21:52]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank is about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 03 - Wednesday - 04/03/24 - Total Days: 037 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 73.1% - VPD: 0.90 kPa - Soil %: [37, 40, 45, 34] ----------------------------------- - [09:46]: Quick morning check. --- Both are still droopy. --- #2 needs support. Added the support wire back. --- Using a spray bottle, misted the mulch of both EarthBoxes. Just enough to wet the top mulch (~1/4 cup). - [23:25]: Late night check. --- Both plants are still looking pretty droopy.. --- Not sure what’s wrong. --- Might try adding the humidity domes back. - [23:27]: Using a spray bottle filled with some premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Misted the top soil of both growbags (~40 sprays each). --- Mainly focused on the top soil, but also misted the top growth. - [23:33]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 04 - Thursday - 04/04/24 - Total Days: 038 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.1°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 72.7% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [44, 40, 44, 34] ----------------------------------- - [16:24]: Evening check! --- Plants are droopy and growth is pretty much unchanged. --- Now I think the soil is too dry. --- No signs of cover crop growth neither. --- Decided to add more soil to the base of each plant. --- This will lower the height of each plant, but I don’t really care. --- I just want these ladies to live! --- For each EarthBox, - [16:30]: Ripped the brown paper bags off. --- Only removed the paper that was above the soil. --- Removed the support wire for #2. --- Also temporarily removed the soil sensor nearest to each plant. --- Brushed the rice hulls aside and flattened the mound down a bit. - [16:34]: Using some of the extra soil from the de-mounding, --- Added a few handful of soil around the base of each plant. --- Made sure to secure each plant base by gently pressing out the new top soil. --- Took some of the surrounding straw mulch and covered the exposed soil. --- Also placed the soil sensors back in. - [17:00]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 5.5" tall. --- #2 was about 6.25" tall. --- #1 was about 28" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 27" away from the grow light. - [17:14]: Filled a pitcher with 3 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/64tsp + Half 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/32tsp + 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/16tsp + 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the top soil for both EarthBoxes. --- Sprayed around each grow bag. --- Focused on wetting the straw mulch as evenly as possible. - [17:37]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. Going to refill anyways. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1gal). --- Oops! Kinda forgot to take PPFD readings. - [20:40]: Took general PPFD readings. --- Both plants were around 273 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 17.69 mol/m²/d --- Going to leave the PPFD where it’s at. --- I want to increase the PPFD, but probably shouldn’t. Day 05 - Friday - 04/05/24 - Total Days: 039 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.7% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [37, 40, 43, 35] ----------------------------------- - [21:46]: Evening check. --- Plants are still stunted and droopy. --- Seeing these plants like this is depressing.. --- Just going to mist the mulch today. - [21:52]: Using a spray bottle, misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes with distilled water (1/4 cup each). --- Mainly focused on the mulch. - [22:00]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 06 - Saturday - 04/06/24 - Total Days: 040 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.8% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [37, 40, 41, 34] ----------------------------------- - [20:59]: Evening check. --- Growth has not really changed at all. --- Still stunted and droopy. - [21:17]: Filled a measuring cup with 3 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract ------ Added 1/16tsp + 1/32tsp of Recharge --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the solution onto the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1.5 cups each). --- Mainly focused on the top soil, but also misted the top growth. --- Also going to start to bottom water. - [21:22]: Using a measuring cup, --- Poured 1 cup of distilled water into each fill tube. - [21:26]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1gal). Day 07 - Sunday - 04/07/24 - Total Days: 041 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 78.9°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 72.8% - VPD: 0.90 kPa - Soil %: [39, 40, 41, 34] ----------------------------------- - [20:19]: Evening check. --- Still no improvement in growth. --- I think I may have damaged these plants beyond recovery.. Damnit Ensign.. - [20:25]: Using a spray bottle, misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes with distilled water (1/2 cup each). --- Mainly focused on the mulch. --- Nice! --- Can finally see cover crop growing in! --- Finally something positive for this grow week! --- Was getting worried, but can see some sprouts growing up through the mulch. --- Despite the soil sensor data, I’m almost certain I let the soil dry out too much. --- Going to continue with the waterings, until the cover crop is more fully established. - [20:32]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). - [20:38]: Got a package from BuildASoil! --- Another pleasant surprise to end the week! --- Received a 7gal Grassroots fabric pot along with some BuildASoil Potting 3.0 soil. --- Since there’s more than enough excess soil (from the de-mounding), won’t be using the new soil yet. --- Next week, plan to fill the 7 gallon pot with some soil and will try to start some cover crop. --- Once the cover crop sprouts, will start a new seed of some Garlic Budder! --- Hmm, --- Since both plants are still stunted and I’m not sure if they will recover, may just pop 3 seeds. --- Another rough week of growing, but maybe next week will be better. [END OF WEEK 05]

Introduction - Week 06 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9284.64, I’m done with this grow round. This was the last week for these plants.. Not going to terminate them, but going to focus these logs on the next round. Going to reset and will try again with 3 more seeds next week! Filled the 7 gallon Grassroots fabric pot and sowed some cover crop which started growing after a couple days. Now that there’s some cover crop growing, been misting the mulch daily. Hopefully round two does better than the first. Regardless, good and the bad, the grows will continue on! [START OF WEEK 06] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 06 - Full Veg Wk3 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 06 - Full Veg Wk3 04/08/24 → 04/14/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m2/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m2/s VPD: ~0.9 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 17.69 mol/m2/d PPFD: 273 μmol/m2/s VPD: 0.82 kPa Soil %: [38.1, 38.9, 39.7, 32.9] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 04/08/24 - Total Days: 042 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 73.0% - VPD: 0.90 kPa - Soil %: [37, 40, 40, 34] ----------------------------------- - [21:42]: Evening check. --- Both plants are not looking good. --- Damnit Ensign.. --- As a beginner, failure is always a possibility and I am quite familiar with it. --- Not looking good for this grow.. - [21:46]: Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes with distilled water (~1/2 cup each). --- Mainly focused on the straw mulch. - [21:52]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was over half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.5gal). Day 02 - Tuesday - 04/09/24 - Total Days: 043 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.4°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 74.7% - VPD: 0.85 kPa - Soil %: [38, 40, 40, 34] ----------------------------------- - [05:59]: Early morning check. --- Going to do a bit of early morning gardening before lights out. --- Both #1 and #2 look horrible.. --- Damnit Ensign. --- Well, going to fill the Grassroots fabric pot. - [06:27]: Filled the 7 gallon fabric pot with the left over soil from the de-mounding. --- Could not fit all the soil so had to store the rest in an old BuildASoil bag (~10-15 cups). ------ Added 1 cup of BuildASoil Worm Castings --- Gently tilled the castings into the top soil. - [06:47]: Time to add some cover crop. ------ Sprinkled 1tbsp of BuildASoil White Clover Cover Crop ------ Sprinkled 1tsp of BuildASoil 12 Seed Cover Crop --- Gently tilled the seeds into the top soil. Also pressed and buried all the larger seeds. - [06:58]: Filled a pitcher with 3 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/64tsp + Half 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/32tsp + 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/16tsp + 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [07:10]: Misted the top soil of the fabric pot. --- Focused on wetting the straw mulch as evenly as possible. --- The soil was completely dry so there was no run off. --- Need to get a plastic tray soon. --- Increased the RH a bit higher. - [09:24]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the humidifier. --- Decreased the VPD trigger value from 1.0kPa to 0.9kPa --- A lower VPD will give a higher RH, will adjust as needed. - [16:19]: Evening check. --- Now I think the 7 day dry-back was a mistake. --- I think I under-watered and killed off the microbes. --- For living soil, pretty sure extreme dry-backs are not good.. --- Okay, I’m done with this grow round.. --- I clearly screwed up the roots system beyond recovery for both plants (‘Shaka.. When the walls fell’). --- On the positive side, plan to reset next week with 3 more beans! --- As for the current plants, going to leave. Just going to plant the next round on the opposite side. - [16:23]: Filled a measuring cup with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract ------ Added 5-6 drops of Superthrive --- Mixed the solution and poured 3 cups straight in/to a pump sprayer. --- Misted the solution onto the top soil of both EarthBoxes (~1.5 cups each). --- Also misted the straw mulch for the fabric pot. --- Mainly focused on the straw mulch, but also misted the top growth. --- Nice! --- Must be doing something right this time because I can see more cover crop sprouting through the mulch! --- Poured the remaining solution into the fill tubes of each EarthBox (~1 cup each). - [16:40]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full but going to refill anyways. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1gal). --- Going to increase the RH a bit closer for seedlings.. - [16:52]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. --- Increased the Humidity’s HIGH trigger value from 79% to 81% --- As the cover crop germinates, going to try using cardboard mulch. - [17:39]: Using a scrap cardboard box and some scissors, --- Cut two covers which overlapped to cover the straw mulch. --- Once (or if) the cover crop sprouts, will remove the cardboard covers. --- Well, enough of this depressing shaka.. --- Planning to pop 3 more beans in a week! --- This time, going be planting into growbags full of BuildASoil Potting 3.0 soil. --- Also aside from microbes and wetting agents, just going to mainly feed water only (with and without CaliMagic). --- [*smokes a bowl] - [20:00]: Just a really (really) stoned rant.. --- Have I been growing fake beans? --- Since I’m a beginner grower and my harvests have not been the healthiest, I’ve always assumed the flavor inconsistencies were because of me. --- I’ve also considered that perhaps the pheno type was just not the one? Or maybe the genetic line was just unstable? --- But have the genetics I’ve been growing legit? --- Or have the beans I’ve been popping been fake ‘white labeled’ genetics? --- Not questioning my current grow because I know that Humboldt Seeds Company is legit. --- But what about ILGM? Royal Queen Seeds? Or even Seedsman? --- I dunno, --- Maybe it’s all just a bunch of internet BS. I really hope so. After-all, everything posted on the internet is authentic and not a scam right? --- According to the always trusted internet, ‘white-label seeds often come from unknown origins, making it difficult to verify their quality.’ --- Damnit, anyways, --- Going to just give the benefit of the doubt and just grow on.. --- [*smokes a bowl] - [21:37]: Got a plastic tray! --- Ordered a tray earlier online. --- Surprisingly, by the end of the day, my order was ready for pickup at a local store locker! --- Placed the new 16in tray under the fabric pot. --- Hmm. A bit snug. Had to tuck the bottom in. --- But hey! The 7gal pot fits and is pretty much the exact size as the pot. --- Might be an issue if I ever need to bottom water, but will be more than adequate for now. Day 03 - Wednesday - 04/10/24 - Total Days: 044 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.6°F [26.4°C] - Humidity: 76.2% - VPD: 0.81 kPa - Soil %: [38, 40, 39, 33] ----------------------------------- - [22:10]: Quick night check. --- Both plants are still droopy, just going to continue on. - [22:17]: Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes with distilled water (~1/2 cup each). --- Mainly focused on the straw mulch. - [22:22]: Decided to remove the fabric pot’s cardboard mulch covers. --- Don’t want to smother the cover crop so will let the straw breathe. - [22:24]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was just under half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2.5gal). Day 04 - Thursday - 04/11/24 - Total Days: 045 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.5°F [26.4°C] - Humidity: 76.6% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [38, 38, 40, 33] ----------------------------------- - [16:34]: Evening check. --- Garden is definitely not doing the best. --- Already over this round and am eager to start the next one. --- Going to take the last readings before the big reset. - [17:04]: Took general PPFD readings. --- Both were around 270 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 17.50 mol/m²/d --- Not going to change the PPFD levels quite yet, but will lower the light a bit soon. - [17:08]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 6.5" tall. --- #2 was about 7.5" tall. --- #1 was about 27" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 26" away from the grow light. - [17:20]: Using a pump sprayer, --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes with 3 cups of distilled water (about 1.5 cups each). --- Focused mainly on the straw mulch. --- Also misted the mulch of the fabric pot a bit. --- Nice! Can see cover crop growth in the fabric pot! - [17:27]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1/4gal). Day 05 - Friday - 04/12/24 - Total Days: 046 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.2°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 76.8% - VPD: 0.78 kPa - Soil %: [39, 38, 40, 32] ----------------------------------- - [21:47]: Evening check. --- Yea the garden is looking pretty gnarly. --- The cover crop is looking better than the main plants. - [21:52]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes with distilled water (~1/2 cup each). --- Mainly focused on the straw mulch. --- Also misted the mulch of the fabric pot a bit. - [22:00]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about over half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.5gal). Day 06 - Saturday - 04/13/24 - Total Days: 047 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.1°F [26.2°C] - Humidity: 76.5% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [38, 38, 40, 32] ----------------------------------- - [20:14]: Evening check. --- Growth is still pretty much unchanged. --- Just eager to start the next round! - [20:18]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes with distilled water (~1/2 cup each). --- Mainly focused on the straw mulch. --- Also misted the mulch of the fabric pot a bit. --- Nice! Cover crop is filling in and looking good! --- In preparation for the next round, going to bottom water both EarthBoxes a bit. - [20:27]: Filled a pitcher with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Mixed the solution and poured 2 cups straight into each fill tube. --- Hopefully this will even out the moisture a bit better. - [20:34]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1/2gal). Day 07 - Sunday - 04/14/24 - Total Days: 048 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.0°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 76.1% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [39, 38, 39, 32] ----------------------------------- - [19:57]: Evening check. --- Yep, I failed these plants.. --- Both are look droopy and pretty bad. - [20:04]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top soil of both EarthBoxes with distilled water (~1/4 cup each). --- Mainly focused on the straw mulch. --- Also misted the mulch of the fabric pot a bit. - [20:08]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- I’m done with this grow week.. --- Have to say that these past couple of weeks have been pretty de-motivating, but gotta keep on growing! --- I’ve obviously failed round one. --- Thankfully, I have more beans. --- Next week begins the round two! --- Will begin the germination process of 3 more seeds tomorrow morning! --- Time to get hyped again! [END OF WEEK 06]

Introduction - Week 07|00 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9303.77, This was a reset week and the beginning for round two! Germinated 3 more seeds of Garlic Budder! Within 24hrs, two seeds sprouted! By the end of the 3rd day, had 2 new seedlings! Still have the original two plants, but planted across from them. Also one seedling is growing in a 7-gallon fabric pot (first time trying to grow in a fabric pot). Unlike the first round, these beans were planted into BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil (instead of BuildASoil Light). Since these seeds were started in a pocket of all-in-one super soil, for this round, going to try to hold off on any fish fertilizer feedings for a few weeks and will mainly feed water only. One seed (#2) did not sprout so plan to germinate a replacement one next week. Just gotta keep on growing! [START OF WEEK 07|00] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 07|00 - RESET [Germination] Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 07|00 - RESET [Germination] Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 00 - Germination 04/15/24 → 04/21/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.18 mol/m²/d PPFD: 296 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.82 kPa Soil %: [37.6, 31.9, 34.9, 33.7] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 04/15/24 - Total Days: 049 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79°F [26.1°C] - Humidity: 76.1% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [38, 38, 39, 32] ----------------------------------- - [06:17]: Good morning! --- New week, new grow! --- Today is the big reset! --- Popping more ‘Garlic Budder’ by ‘Humboldt Seed Company!’ --- This cultivar is a cross of ‘GMO (Garlic, Mushrooms, Onions)’ and ‘Fortune Cookies’ with further self-backcrossing for stability. --- As far as growth structure, these genetics are 70% indica dominant. --- Have 9 seeds left (out of 11). --- Gonna try to germinate three more. --- As far as my personal seed germination count, this will be attempts #64-66. --- Going with the 'Cotton Pad' method again. --- In another room (my bathroom), - [06:23]: Placed 9 fresh cotton pads on top of some clean plastic wrap. --- Using a spray bottle, Misted the top of each pad with 2 sprays of straight distilled water. --- Selected three random seeds of ‘Garlic Budder’ (‘Humboldt Seed Company’). - [06:25]: Placed each seed onto a freshly wet pad. --- Gently wiped each seed with their pad. - [06:28]: Carefully placed each seed onto a fresh cotton pad. Discarded the used pads. --- Then covered the top of each seed with the remaining wet cotton pads. --- Misted the top of each stack of pads with 4 more sprays of distilled water. - [06:30]: Placed each cotton pad stack into a fresh Ziploc bag (1quart bag). --- Misted the inside of each bag with 2 sprays of distilled water. --- Folded each bag in half. --- Did not fully seal the bags (left a corner open). - [06:33]: Placed each bag onto the heating mat. --- Covered the bags with a black opaque plastic container. --- Then covered the container with a towel and a foam cover. --- Covered the foam with another towel. - [06:39]: The heating mat's thermostat is set to a warm 85°F --- The mat was pre-heated (the night before) and was already at 86.3°F --- Unlike last time, going to check on the cotton pads daily instead of after two. --- Will also be sprouting in growbags filled with BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- As far as feeding, not going to veg feed as early as I did. --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Let the grow begin! Again! - [22:27]: Quick evening check. --- Going to lower the light down a bit to increase the PPFD closer to 300 μmol/m²/s --- Using the ratchet ropes, I gently lowered the FC-6500 a few inches closer to the plants. - [22:44]: Took general PPFD readings. --- The area above the EarthBoxes’ mulch was around 296 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.18 mol/m²/d --- Going to let the soil dry out a bit while I wait for the seeds to sprout. - [22:53]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1gal). --- Plan to check on the new seeds for tap roots tomorrow! Day 02 - Tuesday - 04/16/24 - Total Days: 050 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.4°F [26.9°C] - Humidity: 73.6% - VPD: 0.94 kPa - Soil %: [45, 42, 35, 39] ----------------------------------- - [16:21]: Okay! Time to check on the beans! --- It's been over a day since the seeds were placed on the cotton pads. --- Carefully removed each pad from their bags. --- Then flipped over the top pads. --- Nice! --- Two out of the three seeds have fully sprouted and have tap roots! --- One seed was still un-sprouted. --- Going to plant all three! --- Placed the pads back on the seeds and returned them to their bags before stacking them on the heating mat. --- The heating mat temp was at 81.3°F - [16:35]: Time to plant the seeds! --- Temporarily removed all four Ecowitt soil moisture sensors from both EarthBoxes and set them in a cup of water for later. --- Spread the straw mulch aside to expose the top soil. --- Dug a hole into each EarthBox. --- Also dug a hole into the Grassroots fabric pot. - [17:22]: Placed the excess soil into an empty 5 gallon bucket (stored the excess soil in a bag). --- Made the holes a bit bigger than usual. Going to be filling in a bit of BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil --- Going to be planting straight into paper bags filled with BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. - [17:31]: Using scissors, I trimmed 3 small paper bags down to ~3.5" tall. --- Since I'm using a complete soil blend which will have everything the plants need, not going to mix in any worm castings or additional amendments. --- Also, aside from microbes and CalMag, going to try to feed water only. - [17:45]: Took each paper bag and filled them with 2 solo cups (~4 cups) of BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Time to prep each hole with some fresh soil. --- Also will inoculate with some Great White and worm castings. - [18:05]: For each hole, ------ Added 4 cups of BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil ------ Added 1 cup of BuildASoil Worm Castings ------ Sprinkled in 1/4tsp of Great White --- Gently mixed everything evenly. --- Gave each hole a misting of distilled water (~20 sprays). --- Time to make the wetting solution! --- Going with a slightly diluted ratio. - [18:17]: Filled a measuring cup with 3 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/16tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured 1/2 cup into straight into a spray bottle. - [18:27]: Placed a grow bag into each hole and gave the top a firm press. --- Also made sure to fill in the sides with BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil (~4 cups). --- Pressed the sides in firmly. - [18:45]: Misted the top soil of each grow bag with the 1/2 cup of wetting solution evenly. --- Not making any holes. Made a shallow and wide indentation into the center area of each grow bag. - [18:52]: Inoculated each grow bag with some Beauveria Bassiana. ------ Sprinkled 1/16tsp of Beauveria Bassiana Plus Powder into the center of each indentation. --- Time to plant the sprouted seeds! - [18:57]: Using a clean dab tool, I scooped the first seed off of the pad and placed her on top of the inoculated area with the tap root sideways. --- Sprinkled and covered the seed with a pinch of fresh BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Misted the top with 15 sprays of distilled water. --- Done with #1! - [19:02]: Repeated this process for #2. --- Decided to plant the un-sprouted seed into the second EarthBox. - [19:11]: Time for #3! --- Planted her into the Grassroots fabric pot. - [19:27]: Spread the surrounding straw mulch back to cover the exposed soil. --- Using some BuildASoil Organic Barley Straw, I evenly covered the top soil of each grow bag. --- Then misted the straw of both bags with the rest of the wetting solution in the bottle (~45-55 sprays each). - [19:33]: Refilled the spray bottle with 1/2cup of the wetting solution. --- Misted the top of each grow bag with the solution (~25-35 sprays each). - [19:43]: Placed the Ecowitt soil sensors back into each EarthBoxes. --- Also replaced the batteries. --- Placed the secondary sensor for EB2 into the Grassroots fabric pot. --- Made sure to rename the sensor IDs. ------ CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1 ------ CH02 EB1 - Secondary ------ CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2 ------ CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3 - [19:48]: Poured the remaining 2 cups of the wetting solution straight into a pump a sprayer. ---Added 1 cup of distilled water to the remaining wetting solution. - [19:52]: Misted the solution onto the straw mulch for both EarthBoxes. --- Sprayed around each grow bag. --- Also misted the straw mulch for the Grassroots fabric pot. - [19:59]: Vacuumed the tent's floor. --- Also wiped the floor with paper towels and distilled water. --- Time for the domes! - [20:08]: Misted each humidity dome with a bit of distilled water before covering each grow bag. --- Vents are fully closed. - [20:10]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1gal). --- Done! --- Germinated seeds have been planted! --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Still not exactly sure what happened to the first two seeds, --- Looking back at the logs, I’m pretty sure the initial damage was caused by the fertilizer feeding and Agsil16H soil drench (damnit Ensign). --- Then the damage was further compounded by over-watering and under-watering? --- Regardless, growing on and trying again (now on seed attempt #64-66). --- Since these germinated seeds are growing in a pocket of BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil, aside from microbes and saponin, going to try to feed water only. --- Since distilled water is completely sterile and devoid of minerals, will also use CaliMagic as well for CalMag. --- Once the seeds fully sprout, plan to feed straight distilled water for most of the week. --- Still plan to use microbes and saponins along with CalMag. Also am considering an occasional foliar of coconut and aloe. But for the most part, distilled water only. Day 03 - Wednesday - 04/17/24 - Total Days: 051 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.0°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 76.8% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [37, 29, 35, 33] ----------------------------------- - [21:46]: Evening check. --- Ooo yea! --- We have sprouts! --- Both #1 and #3 have fully sprouted and are looking great! --- As expected, #2 has no signs of sprouts. - [21:52]: Misted each humidity dome (3 sprays). --- Also misted the top of each grow bag 5 sprays of distilled water. --- Fully opened the vents for both #1 and #3. - [22:00]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was over half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.5gal). --- If #2 does not sprout by the end of the week, will try to pop another bean. --- But wow these genetics are fast! --- Both #1 and #3 have set a personal record for the fastest sprouts from seed, It’s only been 3 days since the seeds were placed onto the cotton pads and they’re already fully sprouted! --- Plan to give the usual IPM spraying of Tweetmint soon. --- Don’t frack this up (again) Ensign! Day 04 - Thursday - 04/18/24 - Total Days: 052 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 77.0% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [36, 29, 34, 33] ----------------------------------- - [09:08]: Morning check. --- Nice! Looking good! --- Both #1 and #3 are looking greener and happy! --- Still no sign of #2. --- Going to inoculate each grow bag with some Tweetmint. --- Usually I spray because of an over population of soil mites, but this one’s more for a prevention rather than a treatment. - [09:11]: Filled a measuring cup with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added 4mL of Tweetmint Enzyme Plant Wash --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a spray bottle. --- Misted each sprouted seedling and grow bag (5 sprays). --- Also misted the straw mulch of both EarthBoxes along with the fabric pot. --- Discarded the rest of the solution. --- Great! --- No mites and initial seedling growth looks healthy! --- So far so good! --- Well it’s always good until it isn’t. --- Steady as she grows Ensign. - [11:00]: Nice! Received my order from Hazy Roots! --- Got a 6” passive vent cover! --- Got the model with the pass-through cable cover. --- The construction feels pretty sturdy. --- This is not a bad thing, but the vent cover is clearly a 3D-printed product. --- Also the black cable cover is made of plastic (thought it was going to be rubber). --- The sponge filters are also quite air restrictive. --- Going to make a slight adjustment and will replace the original filters with thinner carbon ones. - [11:05]: Using some extra carbon filter material and a pair of scissors, --- I cut out a new filter to the same shape as the original sponge one. --- Perfect! --- Will try the new cover out later on tonight! - [16:34]: Evening check. --- Nice! Both seedlings are looking green and happy! --- So far so good. - [16:40]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 1.25" tall. --- #3 was about 1.5" tall. --- #1 was about 29" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 26.25" away from the grow light. - [16:55]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 284 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 18.40 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 295 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.12 mol/m²/d - [16:59]: Misted each humidity dome (3 sprays). --- Also misted the top of each grow bag 5 sprays of distilled water. - [17:02]: Time to swap out the passive air vent! --- After a bit of tinkering, managed to remove the old the vent and installed the new one (by Hazy Roots). --- Broke 3 of the plastic teeth on the cable cover and had to use the spare one. --- Ended up using both covers. The broken one is facing the exterior of the tent. --- Regardless of the minor issue, the new passive vent cover definitely frees up more space inside the tent. --- Great! - [17:26]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.5gal). Day 05 - Friday - 04/19/24 - Total Days: 053 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.3°F [26.8°C] - Humidity: 77.1% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [36, 29, 34, 33] ----------------------------------- - [21:52]: Quick evening check. --- Both seedlings are looking sort of lime green, but still good! - [21:54]: Misted each humidity dome. --- Also misted the top of each grow bag with about 10 sprays of distilled water. - [21:57]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still full. Did not refill. Day 06 - Saturday - 04/20/24 - Total Days: 054 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.3°F [26.8°C] - Humidity: 77.2% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [36, 28, 34, 33] ----------------------------------- - [20:23]: Evening check. --- Hmm. Both seedlings are looking sort of stunted. --- The new leaves are looking lime and off. --- Maybe there’s too much humidity? - [20:27]: Decided to remove the humidity domes for both seedlings. --- Misted the top of the grow bag with about 10 sprays of distilled water. - [20:32]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was just under half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2.5gal). --- Increased the tent’s ambient air-exchange a bit. - [20:57]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. --- Increased the MIN level from 2 to 3 Day 07 - Sunday - 04/21/24 - Total Days: 055 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.8°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 76.6% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [35, 28, 33, 33] ----------------------------------- - [19:21]: Evening check. --- Growth is looking sort of better. I think. --- Both seedlings are still looking lime, but still growing. --- I really want to water, but I think I shouldn’t. - [19:26]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 35% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 28% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 33% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] - [19:34]: Using a spray bottle filled with some diluted premixed CalMag water (1/2tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Slightly misted the top growth of both growbags (~3 sprays each). --- Mainly focused on the leaves. - [19:38]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1gal). --- Well growth can definitely be better, --- Feels like I screwed this up again, but am still hopeful that these girls will make it. --- Onwards to next week Ensign. [END OF WEEK 07|00]

Introduction - Week 08|01 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9322.89, This was a seedling week for #1 and #2 and was also a reset week for #2. At least that was the plan.. On the day #2 was going to be swapped out, she sprouted from the growbag! Still not sure if she’ll fully make it, and may still swap her out, but still impressive. So surprisingly, this was a good grow week! Planted the new seed (#4) into a solo cup. By the end of the week she was already fully sprouted! Planning on growing this one out in the solo cup for now before transplanting to a larger container (if she survives). The surprise sprouting of #2 definitely turned the spirit of this grow around! Just hoping that I don’t frack up the watering. Again. [START OF WEEK 08|01] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 08|01 - Seedling Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 08|01 - Seedling Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 01 - Seedling Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 00 - Germination 04/22/24 → 04/28/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.12 mol/m²/d PPFD: 295 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.81 kPa Soil %: [34.3, 27.4, 32.1, 31.9] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 04/22/24 - Total Days: 056 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.8°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 76.4% - VPD: 0.81 kPa - Soil %: [35, 28, 33, 32] ----------------------------------- - [07:21]: Another early morning germination day! --- Popping another bean of ‘Garlic Budder’ by ‘Humboldt Seed Company!’ --- This cultivar is a cross of ‘GMO (Garlic, Mushrooms, Onions)’ and ‘Fortune Cookies’ with further self-backcrossing for stability. --- As far as growth structure, these genetics are 70% indica dominant. --- Have 6 seeds left (out of 11). --- Gonna try to germinate three more. --- As far as my personal seed germination count, this will be attempts #67. --- Going with the 'Cotton Pad' method again. --- In another room (my bathroom), --- Placed 3 fresh cotton pads on top of some clean plastic wrap. --- Using a spray bottle, Misted the top of each pad with 2 sprays of straight distilled water. --- Selected a random seed of ‘Garlic Budder’ (‘Humboldt Seed Company’). - [07:24]: Placed the seed onto a freshly wet pad. --- Gently wiped the seed with its pad. - [07:25]: Carefully placed the seed onto a fresh cotton pad. Discarded the used pad. --- Then covered the top of the seed with the remaining wet cotton pad. --- Misted the top of the stack of pads with 4 more sprays of distilled water. - [07:26]: Placed the cotton pad stack into a fresh Ziploc bag (1quart bag). --- Misted the inside of each bag with 2 sprays of distilled water. --- Folded the bag in half. --- Did not fully seal the bags (left a corner open). - [07:32]: Placed the bag onto the heating mat. --- Covered the bag with a black opaque plastic container. --- Then covered the container with a towel and a foam cover. --- Covered the foam with another towel. - [07:35]: The heating mat's thermostat is set to a warm 85°F --- The mat was pre-heated (the night before) and was at 83.8°F --- Plan to check for tap roots tomorrow evening! - [21:55]: Quick evening check. --- Well both seedlings are looking less droopy, but still not as heathy as the last round. --- Really don’t want to over-water. - [21:57]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted both #1 and #3's top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~5 sprays each). - [20:05]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was just above half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.5gal). Day 02 - Tuesday - 04/23/24 - Total Days: 057 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.6°F [26.4°C] - Humidity: 76.1% - VPD: 0.81 kPa - Soil %: [35, 28, 33, 32] ----------------------------------- - [16:15]: Evening check. --- Nice! Both seedlings are looking pretty good now! - [16:16]: Wait what! --- Is that a sprout!?! --- #2’s grow bag has a sprout! --- What the frack? --- A week after being planted, #2 sprouted. --- Her cotyledon leaves still seemed curled over, but hopefully that will open up later. --- Well this is truly an unexpected surprise! --- So I guess for these genetics (and the cotton pad method), have had 100% germination success! - [16:18]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted both #2’s top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~10 sprays). --- Also misted the humidity dome (~3 sprays). --- Well, --- Was originally planning on planting into #2’s grow bag today. --- But now that there’s already seedling in it, going to have to change things up a bit. This grow just got a bit bigger! --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Decided plant the new seed into a solo cup of some BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil (~4cups). --- Not sure what to do when she gets bigger, but will have to do for now. --- Time to make the wetting solution! - [17:42]: Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/16tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and set it aside for later. - [17:49]: Filled a plastic container with an overly full solo cup of BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Added 1/2 cup of the wetting solution. --- Oops, too wet, ------ Added 1/2 solo cup (~2 cups) of dry BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Mixed the soil and gave it a good squeeze. --- The soil clumped up nicely but no water leakage. --- Time to fill the solo cup! - [18:00]: Using a pair of scissors, --- Cut the corners off a solo cup to make drain holes. - [18:07]: Filled the solo cup with the pre-wet soil. --- Made a shallow indentation into the center. - [18:08]: Inoculated the solo cup with Beauveria Bassiana. ------ Sprinkled 1/16tsp of Beauveria Bassiana Plus Powder into the center of the indentation. - [18:11]: Okay! Time to check on the seed! --- It's been over a day since the seed was placed on the cotton pad. --- Carefully removed the cotton pad stack from the bag. --- Then flipped over the top pad. --- Nice! She popped! --- As far as these genetics, not the longest tap roots, but wow! --- She looks beautiful to me! - [18:11]: Time to plant the sprouted seed! --- Using a clean dab tool, I scooped the seed off of the pad and placed her on top of the inoculated area with the tap root sideways. --- Sprinkled and covered the seed with a pinch of fresh BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil (later stored the remaining soil in a used soil bag). --- Misted the top with 15 sprays of the wetting solution. - [18:24]: Then covered the exposed soil with BuildASoil Organic Barley Straw. --- Misted the top of the solo cup with more of the solution (~10 sprays). --- Placed the solo cup onto the tent’s floor (on top of a plastic container and drip tray). - [18:27]: Covered #4 with a humidity dome. --- Misted #4’s humidity dome with a bit of distilled water (3 sprays). --- Vents are fully closed. --- #4 has been planted! - [18:30]: As for the remaining 1.5 cups of wetting solution, ------ Added 1/2 cup of distilled water. --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer (2 cups). --- Prior to watering, covered all the growbags with humidity domes. --- Misted the solution onto the straw mulch of both EarthBoxes (~2/3 cup each). --- Sprayed around each grow bag. --- Also misted the straw mulch for the Grassroots fabric pot. --- Then removed the humidity domes for #1 and #3. - [18:40]: Using a spray bottle, --- Slightly misted the top growth for #1 and #3 (~3 sprays). - [18:46]: Going to use a dry cup of soil to help determine when to water the solo cup. --- Placed the solo cup of soil onto the floor of the tent in the opposite corner from #4 (near the heater). - [19:07]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. --- Going to wait until tomorrow. Day 03 - Wednesday - 04/24/24 - Total Days: 058 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.3°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 75.5% - VPD: 0.83 kPa - Soil %: [34, 28, 33, 32] ----------------------------------- - [21:45]: Evening check. --- Garden is looking green again! --- Both #1 and #3 have greened up and new growth is starting to ramp up! --- Still haven’t really watered anything. Just been misting the top growth and straw mulch. --- Don’t frack this up Ensign! - [21:48]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch of all seedlings with distilled water (~3 sprays each). - [21:53]: Checked on #4. --- Nice! Can see start of a sprout! Stoked! --- By tomorrow, she’ll be fully sprouted! --- Misted the top straw mulch (1 spray). --- Also misted the humidity dome (~3 sprays). --- Slightly cracked the vent open. --- Pretty nervous growing in a solo cup. --- I know it’s possible and have seem plenty of great looking plants in a solo cup. --- Unfortunately in the past, never had success, but going to give it another go! - [21:57]: Checked the humidifier. --- Woah! Tank was pretty empty! --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~3.5gal). --- Although the tank was not completely empty, probably will go back to daily refills. Day 04 - Thursday - 04/25/24 - Total Days: 059 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.4°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 76.0% - VPD: 0.81 kPa - Soil %: [34, 27, 32, 32] ----------------------------------- - [16:22]: Evening check. --- Both #1 and #3 are growing along nicely! --- Not too sure about #2. Her first set of leaves haven’t really started growing yet. --- #4 is looking nice and healthy! --- Removed #4’s humidity dome and raised her up a bit closer to the light. - [16:52]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 and #2 around 291 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 18.86 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 295 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.12 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 246 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 15.94 mol/m²/d - [17:02]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 2" tall. --- #2 was about 1.25" tall. --- #3 was about 2.5" tall. --- #4 was about 1.25" tall. --- #1 was about 28.25" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 29" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 27.75" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 27.5" away from the grow light. --- Okay, going to give a tiny foliar spray of coconut and aloe water. --- This should help to promote more root growth. I hope. --- Please don’t frack this up Ensign! - [17:16]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- Gently misted the top growth of all seedlings (~2-5 sprays each). --- Misted the rest of the solution onto the surrounding straw mulch. - [17:27]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was over half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- After the first round, pretty paranoid about over-and-under-watering. --- Please don’t die on me ladies! Day 05 - Friday - 04/26/24 - Total Days: 060 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.6°F [26.4°C] - Humidity: 76.2% - VPD: 0.81 kPa - Soil %: [34, 27, 32, 32] ----------------------------------- - [11:07]: Evening check. --- Growth is looking good! --- #1 is looking happy and green! --- #3 is a bit droopy, but looking green. --- #2 is showing signs of growth, but not sure yet if she’s going to make it. - [23:11]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch of all seedlings with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [23:15]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 06 - Saturday - 04/27/24 - Total Days: 061 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.7°F [26.5°C] - Humidity: 76.4% - VPD: 0.81 kPa - Soil %: [34, 27, 31, 32] ----------------------------------- - [20:17]: Evening check. --- Both #1 and #3 are looking healthy although #3 still seems a bit droopy. --- #2 is still growing but has some weird looking growth. --- #4 is looking sort of lime, but still growing along. - [20:23]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch of all seedlings with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [20:27]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1gal). - [22:03]: Another grow-board wipe! --- Still completely paranoid about watering anything. --- Looking back over the past week or so (since the reset), --- The aloe and coconut foliar seemed to help. --- As the soil continues to dry out, will continue with the mini coco aloe foliar feedings. --- #2 is looking gnarly, but hoping that she’ll grow out it. If she doesn’t make it, can always swap her out with #4 which is looking great in the solo cup (so far). Day 07 - Sunday - 04/28/24 - Total Days: 062 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.8°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 76.5% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [34, 27, 31, 31] ----------------------------------- - [20:59]: Evening check. --- Nice! Both #1 and #3 seem to be doing quite well! --- Although #1 seems to have some sort of gnarly growth. Some of her leaves look almost eaten by bugs. Pretty sure it’s not, but looks unusual. --- #2 is starting to surprise me with more growth! Her next set of leaves are starting to grow in and they’re looking healthier. I think she’s going to make it! --- #4 is looking pretty good! - [21:02]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 33% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 27% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 31% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- Soil moisture levels still seem okay, - [21:05]: Filled measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- Gently misted the top growth of all seedlings (~2-5 sprays each). --- Misted the rest of the solution onto the surrounding straw mulch. - [21:13]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was just above half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Well a surprisingly easy grow week. For the most part, haven’t watered any of these girls yet. --- Never successfully vegged in a solo cup so starting to get a bit concerned about #4. The soil was pre-wet 4 days ago and still not entirely sure when and how much to water. [END OF WEEK 08|01]

Introduction - Week 09|02 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9342.02, Been a pretty steady week of growing. Haven’t really watered all week. Been trying to not over-water. Mainly been misting the top growth and straw mulch with distilled water. Also gave a couple of coconut and aloe foliar sprays. Also watered #4 (in the solo cup). So far growth is looking green and healthy! Steady as she grows Ensign. [START OF WEEK 09|02] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 09|02 - Pre-Veg Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 09|02 - Seedling Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 02 - Pre-Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 01 - Seedling 04/29/24 → 05/05/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.12 mol/m²/d PPFD: 295 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.81 kPa Soil %: [32.4, 26.0, 30.4, 30.4] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 04/29/24 - Total Days: 063 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.8°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 76.5% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [33, 26, 31, 31] ----------------------------------- - [21:55]: Evening check. --- Growth is looking pretty good! --- #1 and #3 are looking healthy and green! Although #3 is looking a bit droopy. --- #2 is looking weird, but think she’s going to grow out of it! --- #4 is looking happy and green. Nice! - [21:57]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch of all plants with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [22:04]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 02 - Tuesday - 04/30/24 - Total Days: 064 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 76.9% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [33, 26, 31, 31] ----------------------------------- - [16:16]: Evening check. --- #1 and #3 are still growing along nicely! --- Really want to water, but won’t. --- #2 is still growing! Can already see a new set of leaves trying to grow. --- #4 is looking greener and great! --- The solo cup feels lighter, but still not completely dry. - [16:21]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- Gently misted the top growth (~3-5 sprays each). --- Misted the rest of the solution onto the surrounding straw mulch. - [16:31]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Going to continue on with these mini foliar feedings with distilled water mistings in between. --- Might need to water #4 (in the solo cup) soon as well. Day 03 - Wednesday - 05/01/24 - Total Days: 065 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.6°F [27.0°C] - Humidity: 77.1% - VPD: 0.81 kPa - Soil %: [33, 26, 31, 31] ----------------------------------- - [21:56]: Evening check. --- The garden is still looking good! --- Both #1 and #3 are growing along and looking healthy! #3 is looking the most uniform, but #1 is just exploding with new growth! --- #2 is getting there but is clearly lagging behind. She’s starting to show signs of slight nodal stretching. I really hope she makes it! --- #4 is looking great! But still sort of lime. - [22:03]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [22:11]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was under half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2.5gal). Day 04 - Thursday - 05/02/24 - Total Days: 066 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 76.6% - VPD: 0.81 kPa - Soil %: [32, 26, 30, 30] ----------------------------------- - [18:57]: Evening check. --- #1 and #3 are looking great! Clearly #1 is biggest, but #3 is still looking the moist uniform. Just keep on growing ladies! --- #2 is getting there! Can see more nodal spacing and her next set of leaves are looking a more uniform. Continuing to hope that she grows out of this slow start. --- #4 is looking pretty good! She’s still a bit lime in color and she does feel a bit on the lighter side (compared to the dry control cup). - [19:02]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 and #2 were around 301 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.50 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 305 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.76 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 264 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 17.11 mol/m²/d - [19:09]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 3" tall. --- #2 was about 1.5" tall. --- #3 was about 3" tall. --- #4 was about 2.5" tall. --- #1 was about 27.25" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 28.5" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 25.25" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 26" away from the grow light. - [19:22]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 30% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- I really want to water! --- But soil moisture still seems okay so will just foliar spray. --- Hmm. Wonder exactly how heavy #4 is. - [19:27]: Took the weight for #4 by placing her on a basic scale. --- She weighed 254.9g --- The dry cup (for comparison) weighed 223.8g --- Since both cups weigh just about the same, going give #4 a watering. --- Time to foliar feed! --- It’s also been a good 8 days since the initial solo cup wetting. --- Decided to water #4 with a full soil drench. Going to use the same solution to drench the soil. --- Please don’t frack it up Ensign! --- Basically going with the same solution but with some added microbes. - [19:35]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- With the exception of #4, gently misted the top growth of all plants (~3-5 sprays each). --- Okay time for the solo cup drench. - [19:46]: Sprayed #4’s straw mulch. --- Using a 1/4cup of the same solution, slowly misted around the solo cup as evenly as I could. --- Focused on the straw mulch and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- There was just a tiny bit of runoff (a few drops started pooling in the tray). --- Misted the rest of the solution onto the straw mulch of the EarthBoxes and fabric pot. --- Now that #4 is fully watered, decided to reweigh the solo cup. - [19:55]: Took the wet weight for #4 by placing her on a basic scale. --- She weighed 317.7g --- Pretty nervous and really hope I didn’t kill her by overwatering. Please don’t die on my girl! - [19:56]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 05 - Friday - 05/03/24 - Total Days: 067 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.4°F [26.9°C] - Humidity: 77.1% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [32, 26, 30, 30] ----------------------------------- - [20:07]: Evening check. --- #1 is looking better than #3, but both are looking good! --- #2 is still growing along! --- Wow! #4 has gotten noticeably larger! She’s looking a bit lime, but I think she’s growing just fine! - [22:15]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [22:19]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 06 - Saturday - 05/04/24 - Total Days: 068 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 77.0% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [32, 26, 30, 30] ----------------------------------- - [20:27]: Evening check. --- #1 and #3 are growing along nicely! #1 is definitely dominating this grow. --- #2 is still growing. --- #4 is showing more signs of growth! A bit lime in color, but she’s looking good to me! Won’t need to water for a few days. I think. - [20:25]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [20:28]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 07 - Sunday - 05/05/24 - Total Days: 069 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.4°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 75.6% - VPD: 0.82 kPa - Soil %: [32, 26, 30, 30] ----------------------------------- - [20:18]: Evening check. --- #1 is looking great! Like the canopy growth and she’s looking nice and perky! --- #3 is looking good too! She’s a lot more uniform, but also darker in color. She’s also a bit droopy. Could this be a sign of under watering? --- #2 is still a seedling with noticeable top growth! --- #4 is growing along just fine! Growth is looking a bit darker and she is starting to catch up with #3. - [20:25]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [20:28]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). [END OF WEEK 09|02]

Introduction - Week 10|03 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9361.14, Had an interesting week of growing. There were issues with #3 (in the fabric pot). Pretty sure she’s stunted and has some root problems. She’s still the darkest in color and growth seems to have slowed down. On the positive side, the impressive growth for #4 (in the solo cup) has changed the way I will water seedlings and early vegging plants from now on. The growth is just explosive and watering in solo cups by weighing on a scale has been a perfect way to determine when to water. As #4 continues to grow bigger, going to need to determine when (and where) to transplant. Onwards to next week! [START OF WEEK 10|03] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 10|03 - Full Veg Wk1 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 10|03 - Seedling Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 03 - Full Veg Wk1 Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 02 - Pre-Veg 05/06/24 → 05/12/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.12 mol/m²/d PPFD: 295 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.81 kPa Soil %: [30.9, 28.7, 28.7, 36.6] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 05/06/24 - Total Days: 070 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.3°F [26.3°C] - Humidity: 75.7% - VPD: 0.82 kPa - Soil %: [32, 26, 29, 30] ----------------------------------- - [22:56]: Evening check. --- Looking good! So far. --- #1 and #3 are still growing along great! #1 is definitely still ahead. #3 is lagging a bit, but still looking green. --- #2 is still growing along. --- #4 is getting bigger! In terms of size, she’s also looking closer to #3. - [23:04]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [23:08]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Based on growth, I think #3 is stunted, but will continue onwards. Day 02 - Tuesday - 05/07/24 - Total Days: 071 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.6°F [26.4°C] - Humidity: 75.5% - VPD: 0.84 kPa - Soil %: [31, 28, 29, 36] ----------------------------------- - [16:38]: Evening check. --- #1 is just exploding with growth! Nice and perky! --- #2 is really starting to take off now! Still a seedling, but growing along. --- #3 is still looking okay, but definitely drooping a bit. --- #4 is continuing to impress with more growth! She’s already kinda feeling on the lighter side. Plan to weigh her later to determine if she needs watering. --- First going to water all the larger containers with some microbes and saponins! - [16:57]: Filled a pitcher with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/8tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution before pouring it straight into a pump sprayer. - [17:04]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 29% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- Also, prior to watering, covered all plants with humidity domes (#1, #2, and #3). --- Misted the straw mulch for both EarthBoxes and fabric pot. --- Then removed the humidity domes. - [17:14]: Took the weight of #4. --- She weighed 253.8g --- Her last dry weight was 254.9g before I watered 1/4cup of wetting solution. --- After watering, she weighed 317.7g --- Decided to water again. Please don’t frack this up! Please. --- Going with a similar wetting solution as last time. - [17:17]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/4 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/64tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- With the exception of #4, gently misted the top growth of all plants (~2-4 sprays each). - [17:20]: Poured the rest of the solution back into a measuring cup and topped it off with distilled water until the solution was 1/4 cup. --- Poured the diluted solution into a spray bottle. - [17:31]: Sprayed #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw mulch and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- This time there was no runoff. - [17:32]: Took the wet weight for #4 --- She weighed 319.2g (last wet weight was 317.7g) - [17:36]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Well really hope I didn’t over-water. --- Probably won’t water again for the rest of the week. --- Don’t die on me ladies! Please. Day 03 - Wednesday - 05/08/24 - Total Days: 072 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 76.7% - VPD: 0.81 kPa - Soil %: [31, 31, 29, 42] ----------------------------------- - [22:46]: Evening check. --- #1 is just taking off! Going to start bottom watering soon. --- #2 is still tiny but also looking green and growing along! --- #3 looks uniform, but slower in growth. Also compared to #1, she is definitely a darker shade of green. Pretty sure she’s stunted (most likely a watering issue). --- #4 is just crushing it in the solo cup! She’s still a bit lime in color, but wow growth is looking nice and happy! Also watering has been a lot easier so depending on transplanting goes, this may be my new way to start off the first few weeks of growth. - [22:48]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [23:02]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 29% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 41% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- Oops. May have over-watered the fabric pot? Just going to let the soil dry out. - [23:04]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was under half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2.5gal). Day 04 - Thursday - 05/09/24 - Total Days: 073 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.3°F [26.8°C] - Humidity: 76.1% - VPD: 0.83 kPa - Soil %: [31, 30, 29, 39] ----------------------------------- - [16:23]: Evening check. --- #1 is just spreading out with growth! Without any training, she’s already filling the canopy with her leaves almost reaching the sides of the EarthBox. --- #2 is just getting started with growth. She looks perky and happy! --- #3 is looking green but also looks maybe stunted? I hope not. --- #4 is continuing to impress me with explosive growth! Just keep on growing girl! - [16:37]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 314 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 20.35 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 295 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.12 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 304 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.70 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 297 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.25 mol/m²/d - [16:42]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 4.5" tall. --- #2 was about 1.75" tall. --- #3 was about 2.5" tall. --- #4 was about 3.75" tall. --- #1 was about 25.75" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 27.25" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 24.75" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 24.75" away from the grow light. --- Wow! --- #4 got tall fast! She’s already catching up with #1 in height. Really have to start to re-think how I’ve been watering these ladies. Based on #4’s growth, going to be growing in solo cups from now on! - [16:59]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 276.4g --- Her last weight was 319.2g (just after watering) --- It’s been two days since her last watering (~1/4 cup of solution) --- Her last dry weight before watering was 253.8g so going to wait another day or two. --- Watering by weight has been very helpful. Using a scale provides a quantifiable way to determine when to water. --- Time to mist the growth a bit! - [17:05]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch of with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [17:07]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 29% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 41% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- Decided to bottom water both EarthBoxes. - [17:15]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water into both fill tubes. --- Will check back daily until the reservoirs are dry. - [17:19]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1gal). Day 05 - Friday - 05/10/24 - Total Days: 074 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.2°F [26.8°C] - Humidity: 76.9% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [31, 29, 29, 38] ----------------------------------- - [22:26]: Evening check. --- #1 is continuing to get bigger! Looking good girl! --- #2 is going to be a runt, but growth still looks green and happy! --- #3 is looking stunted. Not much change in growth and her leaves are quite dark (toxicity?). --- #4 is blowing up with growth! Wow! Even though she’s a good two weeks behind, she has easily surpassed #3 in size and is about the same size as #1. Incredible! - [22:28]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [22:33]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 30% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 28% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 38% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- Decided to bottom water both EarthBoxes again. - [22:34]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water into both fill tubes. --- Will check back daily until the reservoirs are dry. - [22:39]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 247.5g --- Her last weight was 276.4g (yesterday) --- It’s been three days since her last watering (1/4 cup of solution) --- Her last dry weight before watering was 253.8g so going to water tonight! - [22:41]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch of with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [22:47]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Oops! --- Okay time to water #4! --- Watering in some microbes and saponins. - [23:01]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/4 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution before pouring it straight into a spray bottle. - [23:10]: Sprayed #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw mulch. --- There was no runoff. - [23:13]: Took the wet weight for #4 --- She weighed 303.1g (last wet weight was 319.2g) --- Really digging the ease of watering in a solo cup! --- Also the growth is continuing to impress! --- Depending on how easy #4’s transplant goes, solo cups are the new way to start off from now on. Day 06 - Saturday - 05/11/24 - Total Days: 075 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.7°F [27.1°C] - Humidity: 77.4% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [30, 29, 28, 37] ----------------------------------- - [20:24]: Evening check. --- #1 is growing along nice and green! She’s continuing to reach towards the sides of the EarthBox. --- #2 is growing slowly, but looking green. --- #3 looks about the same. --- #4 is starting to take over this grow! She’s looking perfectly uniform in growth with green healthy growth. - [20:34]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch of with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [20:37]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1’s reservoir was dry! --- EB2’s reservoir still had some water. - [20:48]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.25gal). Day 07 - Sunday - 05/12/24 - Total Days: 076 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.8°F [27.1°C] - Humidity: 77.4% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [30, 28, 28, 34] ----------------------------------- - [18:58]: Evening check. --- #1 is growing great and looking good! --- Both #2 and #3 are growing along. #3 is still stunted. --- Wow! #4 is looking incredible! --- She has clearly surpassed #3 in canopy growth and is catching up with #1 in height. Wow! - [19:11]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 245.8g --- It’s only been 2 days since her last watering (1/4 cup of solution) --- Her last dry weight before watering was 247.5g so time to water! --- Time to water! - [19:30]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- With the exception of #4, gently misted the top growth of all plants (~3-5 sprays each). - [19:44]: Time to water #4 with some solution! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Part way through watering, there was a bit of runoff. --- Dried up the run off and let the cup sit a bit before spraying more. - [19:53]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 320.3g --- Sprayed just over 1/4 cup. --- Looking back at my logs, the heaviest I ever got the cup to weigh was 319.2g --- Since she is larger now, I’m pretty confident that she’s not over-watered. --- Misted the rest of the solution onto the straw mulch of the EarthBoxes and fabric pot. - [19:54]: Placed #4 back into the tent. --- Re-positioned #4 and placed her a bit closer to the center of the tent. - [20:02]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 30% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 28% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 28% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] - [20:06]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Well, probably should transplant #4 soon. The growth is just raging! [END OF WEEK 10|03]

Introduction - Week 11|04 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9380.27, Another interesting week of growing. Mainly been focusing my attention on #4. Continuing to learn to grow in a solo cup has been educational to say the least. Also watering by weight (by using a scale) has made a huge difference in the way I think about watering during the early stages of growth. By the end of the week, was watering daily. #1 continues to explode with new growth! She’s also been the easiest. Had to start bottom watering. Also started watering the fabric pot with more water which seems to be helping! #3 seems to be bouncing back to health! Unfortunately for #4, by the end of the week, she started to get really wilted. She looks droopy and needs to be transplanted soon. On an unexpected bright-side, next week is going to begin a new frontier of growing for me.. I’m going perpetual! [START OF WEEK 11|04] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 11|04 - Full Veg Wk2 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 11|04 - Pre-Veg Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 04 - Full Veg Wk2 Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 03 - Full Veg Wk1 05/13/24 → 05/19/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.12 mol/m²/d PPFD: 295 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.79 kPa Soil %: [29.3, 27.0, 27.7, 39.0] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 05/13/24 - Total Days: 077 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.7°F [27.1°C] - Humidity: 77.4% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [30, 28, 28, 33] ----------------------------------- - [21:11]: Evening check. --- Wow the garden is looking good! --- #1 is really starting to veg out! Growth is looking healthy! --- Both #2 and #3 are lagging. Growth is definitely on the slower side. --- #4 is continuing to rage with growth! Wow! - [21:20]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [21:27]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water into EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 1 cup of distilled water into EB2’s fill tube. - [21:47]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was over half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~1.75gal). Day 02 - Tuesday - 05/14/24 - Total Days: 078 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 76.7% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [29, 28, 28, 33] ----------------------------------- - [16:06]: Evening check. --- #1 is still looking great! --- #2 and #3 are still growing slowly. #2 is showing signs of growth, but still slow. --- Uh-Oh. --- #4 was looking bit off. Two of her fan leaves were drooping. - [16:08]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 239.7g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering (weighed 320.3g after watering) --- Her last dry weight before watering was 245.8g so time to water! - [16:14]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. - [16:19]: Time to water #4 with some solution! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [16:28]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 323.1g --- About 3g more than last watering (last watering she weighed 320.3g), but I think she should good. --- With the exception of #4, gently misted the top growth of all plants with the rest of the solution (less than 1/4 cup). - [16:37]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Oops! - [17:34]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1 still had a tiny bit of water. --- EB2 was completely dry! --- Going to wait and will water tomorrow. Day 03 - Wednesday - 05/15/24 - Total Days: 079 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.7°F [26.5°C] - Humidity: 76.8% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [29, 27, 28, 32] ----------------------------------- - [09:42]: Quick check on #4 before lights out! --- Nice! The leaves that were drooping are back up and looking normal! --- Will probably be watering daily now. - [23:09]: Evening check. --- #1 is just perky and looking happy! Leaves are just praying upward! Can also see new top sites forming! --- #2 is growing along and is getting bigger! A pretty slow start, but not giving up on her! --- #3 is still droopy. Not sure what’s wrong. Perhaps under-watering? --- Ooo yea! #4 is still growing strong and is looking happy! --- Nice! Everyone except #3 looks great! - [23:11]: Checked down EB1’s fill tube. --- Reservoir was completely dry! - [23:13]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 249.5g --- It’s been a day since her last watering (weighed 323.1g after watering) --- Her last dry weight before watering was 239.7g so time to water! - [23:19]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted #4’s straw mulch. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:31]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 323.1g --- Used just over 1/4 cup of the solution (less than 1/4 cup after watering). --- Also, there was no runoff. --- Misted the top growth for the rest of the plants with the remaining solution. --- With the exception of #3, all the plants are looking pretty good! --- Decided to bottom water. - [23:39]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:44]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 04 - Thursday - 05/16/24 - Total Days: 080 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.9°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 76.8% - VPD: 0.80 kPa - Soil %: [29, 27, 28, 39] ----------------------------------- - [16:37]: Evening check. --- #1 and #2 are looking great! --- #3 is still looking stunted and just not growing much. --- Hmm. #4 is looking droopy. Need to water. - [16:39]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs still had some water. - [16:55]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 326 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 21.12 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 293 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 18.99 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 305 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.76 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 325 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 21.06 mol/m²/d - [16:59]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 7" tall. --- #2 was about 2.5" tall. --- #3 was about 4" tall. --- #4 was about 6" tall. --- #1 was about 23" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 27.25" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 24.25" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 22.75" away from the grow light. - [17:07]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 284.3g --- It’s been a day since her last watering (weighed 249.5g after watering) --- Soil seems moist but want to make sure the soil does not get too dry again. --- Going to water using distilled water. - [17:09]: Time to water #4! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted #4’s straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [17:12]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 320.2g --- Hopefully this should be good enough until tomorrow. --- Nice! Can see roots starting to air-prune at the bottom of one of the drain holes. --- Going to wait until next week before transplanting. --- Decided to water #3. --- After watering in a solo cup for a week or so, I think #4 has been under-watered. --- Low-key been using ChatGPT for grow advice. So far she’s been very useful for watering in a solo cup and wondered about 7-gallon pot watering. --- She recommended 1/4-1/2 cup of water. --- Going with 3 cups (1 cup under the lowest recommendation). --- Not sure if this is a good idea, but here goes nothing! --- [*smokes a bowl] - [17:22]: Using a pump sprayer, --- Misted the top soil of the fabric pot with 3 cups of distilled water (1/2 gallon). --- Focused mainly on the straw mulch for #3. --- Watered directly onto the stalk along with soil in grow bag. --- Also misted the top growth for #1 and #2 a bit. - [17:38]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~0.75gal). Day 05 - Friday - 05/17/24 - Total Days: 081 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 77.3% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [29, 27, 28, 48] ----------------------------------- - [21:47]: Evening check. --- #1 is crushing this grow right now! She’s just raging with growth! --- #2 is lagging behind be still growing along and looking perky! --- Oh what! Nice! --- #3 seems to be doing a lot better! Guess she just needed water (damnit Ensign). --- #4 is looking droopy. Need to water again. - [21:48]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:53]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 232.1g --- It’s been a day since her last watering (weighed 320.2g after watering) --- Her last dry weight before watering was 284.3g so time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted #4’s straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:03]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 327.4g --- There was a tiny bit of runoff. - [22:06]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch with distilled water (~2-5 sprays each). - [22:11]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:14]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- Pretty stoked that #3 is doing better! --- But now #4 is starting to give me concern. --- I think is she’s starting to get too large for the container and root-bound? --- Probably should have transplanted yesterday. Day 06 - Saturday - 05/18/24 - Total Days: 082 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 77.5% - VPD: 0.78 kPa - Soil %: [29, 26, 27, 44] ----------------------------------- - [07:42]: Quick morning check! --- Nice! #4 is better! --- Compared to last week, she’s still a bit droopy. Need to water tonight. - [22:05]: Evening check. --- #1 is looking incredible! Growth is green and happy! --- #2 is still growing. She’s just starting her 3-finger leaves. --- #3 is looking pretty good! Starting to see noticeable growth! --- #4 is drooping again. - [22:11]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. - [22:13]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 29% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 27% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 42% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- Going to water #4 with some microbes and saponin. - [22:18]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. - [22:32]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 276.6g --- It’s been a day since her last watering (weighed 327.4g after watering) --- Her last dry weight before watering was 232.1g --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted #4’s straw mulch. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:32]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 347.6g --- There was no runoff. --- Misted the rest of the solution onto the top growth for the rest of the plants. - [22:38]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Did not pour any water into EB2’s fill tube. - [22:46]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). Day 07 - Sunday - 05/19/24 - Total Days: 083 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.9°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 77.2% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [30, 26, 27, 44] ----------------------------------- - [20:12]: Evening check. --- #1 is just dominating this grow! She has been the easiest one of them all to grow. She is just raging with growth! Need to start training soon. --- #2 is growing. Still behind, but can see some noticeable growth. --- #3 is looking a bit droopy so going to water. --- #4 is really droopy (Damnit Ensign). Obviously she needs water, but she need to be transplanted even more. - [20:15]: Checked down EB2’s fill tube. --- Reservoir was completely dry! - [20:16]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 29% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 27% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 40% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] - [20:23]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 290.1g --- It’s been a day since her last watering (weighed 347.6g after watering) --- Her last dry weight before watering was 276.6g --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted #4’s straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:29]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 356.9g --- There was no runoff. - [20:34]: Using a pump sprayer, --- Misted the straw mulch of #3 with 4 cups of distilled water. --- Focused mainly on #3, but also misted the mulch of both EarthBoxes. --- After watering the larger containers, noticed there was a bit of runoff in the tray for #4. - [20:46]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was about half full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water (~2gal). --- #4 is really wilted, going to transplant either tomorrow or Tuesday. --- Should have transplanted a few days ago, but going to keep on growing. --- Maybe I should defoliate the larger fan leaves? --- Or would that be worse than waiting a couple more days to transplant. --- Nah. Just going to leave her as is and will hope for the best. --- Don’t die on me little one! - [20:54]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 42% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH02 EB1 - Secondary] --- 28% - [CH03 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 67% - [CH04 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] - [20:56]: Part of my order from AC Infinity has arrived! --- Over the past few months, been planning on expanding my grow by adding a second tent. --- Well it’s finally going to happen! --- Got some ACI gear along with a 3x3 Advanced Grow Tent System! --- This 3x3 tent will be a dedicated veg space while the 4x4 will be for flowering and drying. --- Two out of 3 boxes have arrived and am waiting on the final box. So far I received: ------ CloudForge T7 (Version 2) ------ ThermoForge T7 ------ Humidity Dome Propagation Kit (with lights and extension panels) ------ ACI Grow Tent Glasses (with 3-color lens set) --- To be honest, a couple of these items were on pre-order so was not expecting to receive anything until mid to late June. Definitely was not expecting to use this second tent until the next grow cycle. --- However, now that most of boxes have arrived earlier than expected (still waiting on the actual tent), pretty sure I’m going to be able to use this tent during this grow! If so, won’t really need to use it for a few weeks. --- For the first time, planning on cutting clones before flipping to flower. --- Stoked to get started! --- Wow can’t believe that I’m finally going perpetual! Or at least I’m going to try! --- Also this grow just turned into my first pheno hunt! --- If cloning is successful, going to try to grow out my first mother plants. --- [*smokes a bowl] --- What can possibly go wrong!? [END OF WEEK 11|04]

Introduction - Week 12|05 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9399.40, Wow! This was a pretty good week of growing! After learning from the solo cup waterings, started to increase the watering in general and growth for all plants seems to have improved. Also have not fertilizer fed at all. Aside from aloe, coconut, microbes, and saponins, pretty much been water only! Also received and assembled the new grow tent system! Going where no Ensign has gone before. Perpetual! Been researching in preparation for my first attempt at cloning while learning about various perpetual styles of growing. Oops! In all the excitement, sort of forgot to take this week’s measurements. Plan to start taking cuttings next week! [START OF WEEK 12|05] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 12|05 - Full Veg Wk3 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 12|05 - Pre-Veg Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 05 - Full Veg Wk3 Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 04 - Full Veg Wk2 05/20/24 → 05/26/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~19 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.12 mol/m²/d PPFD: 295 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.78 kPa Soil %: [31.1, 27.3, 34.1, 38.6] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 05/20/24 - Total Days: 084 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.6°F [26.4°C] - Humidity: 77% - VPD: 0.78 kPa - Soil %: [33, 26, 27, 47] ----------------------------------- - [23:04]: Evening check. --- Wow! #1 is looking great! She has been drinking from the reservoir and has just been exploding with growth. Really like the growth structure, she’s bushing out without any training. --- #2 is still a rut, but growing steady. --- Nice! #3 is looking happy and starting to grow larger. Yesterday’s watering was good idea. --- Damnit Ensign.. #4 is looking very wilted. Clearly she needs water. - [23:10]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [23:13]: Took #4’s total weight. --- She weighed 296.5g --- It’s been a day since her last watering (weighed 356.9g after watering) --- Her last dry weight before watering was 290.1g --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted #4’s straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:18]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 360.2g --- There was a bit of runoff. --- Decided to bottom water. - [23:21]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. --- Poured the water in #4’s drip tray. - [23:23]: Okay timer set for 15 minutes, let’s go! --- While waiting, --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:38]: Okay! 15 minutes done. --- Removed the drip tray and replaced it with a fresh dry one. --- Hopefully I didn’t over-water. - [23:44]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water. --- Plan to transplant #4 tomorrow. --- Don’t die on me little one! That’s an order! Day 02 - Tuesday - 05/21/24 - Total Days: 085 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.9°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 76.9% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [32, 26, 29, 42] ----------------------------------- - [11:59]: Ooo yea! The final box has arrived from AC Infinity! --- Wow, the box was actually too big to bring into the room so had to bring in the contents separately. --- In preparation, the room was re-arrange and a 3x3ft area was cleared out. - [12:16]: The contents of the huge box included: ------ CloudLab 733 - Advance Grow Tent (36”x36”x72”) ------ IonBoard S33 - LED Grow Light ------ CloudLine Lite 6 - Inline Fan (6”) ------ CloudRay S6 - Oscillating Clip Fan (Version 2) ------ Carbon Filter (6”), Ducting, Hanging straps, 5-gallon Fabric Pots, along with various accessories. --- Nice! Now that everything has arrived, time to get started! --- Just going to be assembling the tent for now. --- [*after a few bowls and a bit of tinkering] - [13:09]: Done! --- Wow! The tent looks incredible! --- Assembly was both simple and relatively painless. --- Both happy and relieved that the tent fit in the corner of the room (space is very limited where I am growing). --- Since I’m not in any hurry, placed the rest of the ACI gear inside the tent and will be assembling it over the next week or so. --- Both stoked and nervous to get started! --- Still can’t believe that this one-tent grow has evolved to a perpetual two-tent grow! --- Been researching a bit on cloning and have a week or two to prep, can’t wait! - [17:32]: Evening check. --- #1 is bushing out and looking great! Can clearly see multiple tops starting to grow in! --- #2 is looking okay. She is sort of droopy, but still growing. --- #3 is looking a bit droopy. Maybe she needs water? --- #4 is droopy. Still. Damnit Ensign. Time to transplant! - [17:34]: Another convenience about receiving the ACI kit early is I now have six 5-gallon fabric pots! --- Placed a 5-gallon fabric pot on the floor. ------ Poured the rest of the excess soil from the EarthBoxes (saved in a bag). --- This filled about half of the pot. - [17:41]: Time to add some fresh BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil! --- Placed a filled solo cup into the center of the pot. The top of the solo cup was just under the inner line on the pot (just below the grommet holes). ------ Poured in some BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Filled the fabric pot until the top of the solo cup was just about fully covered. --- The soil was dry but not dusty. --- Flattened and gently pressed around the sides of the top soil. - [17:59]: Gently removed the solo cup from the fabric pot. --- Nice! A perfect hole! ------ Using 1/4tsp of Great White, --- Dusted the sides of the hole. Also sprinkled a bit around the top soil. --- Great! Time to transplant! --- It’s been a day since her last watering so hopefully the soil is not too dry. - [18:03]: Gently flipped #4 upside-down and she just dropped straight out of the cup with ease. --- Wow! This is my first time seeing an actual root ball! All of my previous transplants were smaller and the soil just fell out and broke apart in clumps. This time the soil held together perfectly. --- Yea, she’s been over-due for a transplant. Did not break the root ball up or anything. --- Gently placed #4 into her new home. - [18:05]: Great! #4 has been transplanted! --- Pressed and evened out the top soil. --- Placed #4 back into the tent. - [18:13]: Using some BuildASoil Organic Barley Straw, ------ Covered the top soil with just enough straw until I could not see the soil. --- Going to make 4 cups but going to give about 3 cups of wetting solution for #4’s initial transplant watering. - [18:32]: Filled a measuring cup with 4 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Added 1/4tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [18:44]: With the exception of #2, misted the solution onto the straw mulch of all plants. --- Mainly focused on #4, but also tried to water around #1 and #3 a bit. - [18:45]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. - [18:53]: Checked the humidifier. --- Tank was still pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water. - [19:02]: Removed the secondary Ecowitt soil sensor from EB1. --- After some re-arranging, placed a soil sensor into #4’s pot. --- Made sure to rename the sensors to match: ------ [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] ------ [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] ------ [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] ------ [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Wow, that whole transplant process went surprisingly smooth. A bit late, but no issues at all. --- Just hope that it’s not too late for #4 and that she recovers from being root bound. Day 03 - Wednesday - 05/22/24 - Total Days: 086 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.1°F [26.7°C] - Humidity: 77.3% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [31, 26, 34, 34] ----------------------------------- - [21:44]: Evening check. --- Wow! The garden is looking great! --- #1 is bushing out and looking happy! Multiple nodal growth sites are just popping up everywhere! --- #2 is growing along. --- Nice! #3 is looking green and growth is starting to ramp up! --- Ooo yea! Compared to yesterday, #4 is looking a whole lot better! I think she’s gonna make it! - [21:47]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:48]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 33% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [21:51]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth of all plants. - [22:06]: Checked the humidifier. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water. --- The past few weeks have been mind-blowing. --- Just looking at growth, #4 is about the same height as #1 which is a good two weeks older. --- Also have not fertilizer fed at all. --- This whole time, I’ve clearly been watering wrong. Day 04 - Thursday - 05/23/24 - Total Days: 087 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.9°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 76.9% - VPD: 0.79 kPa - Soil %: [31, 26, 36, 36] ----------------------------------- - [13:06]: Over the past couple days, been assembling the AC Infinity 3x3 grow tent system. --- Most of the main components are the same as the 4x4 tent so was pretty easy to install. --- Now have the Controller 69 Pro in place with a few devices already hooked up. --- Notably, the 3x3 drip tray is white and not the same reflective material as the tent. --- Yet I really like how the tent itself has a place for the controller along with wire holes for easy cable management. --- Have the CloudLine Lite 6 exhaust fan set on top of the tent which will pull air out from the top vent. --- Since this is a going to be a dedicated veg tent, not going to use the carbon filter. --- Thinking about changing the 4x4 tent to the same exhaust configuration. I did not use the carbon filter during the last flower cycle so may take the exhaust system out and place it on the outside (this will also free up more vertical space inside the tent). I’ll still use the carbon filters, but for the lung room and not the tents. --- Anyways, --- Installed the ThermoForge T3 and CloudForge T7 and have them both already hooked up to the Controller 69 Pro. --- Now before even using it, have to say I like the new CloudForge Version 2! --- The unit looks essentially the same as the original, but the added washer-sealed UIS port in the front is a noticeable improvement (the control panel also looks a bit different). No more humidifier disconnection issues! - [13:14]: Time to install the CloudRay S6 oscillating fan! --- Received the Version 2 model which already seems better than the original ones (have two in the 4x4 tent). --- The build quality feels a lot more sturdy. Also the new design has both the cords and controls separate from the oscillating fan which is nice. --- For better vertical angling, the Version 2 has notches on the side for 30° and 40° placement. --- The added screw on the fan’s front makes the face plate removable which is also a nice improvement. - [13:25]: Placed the S6 into the tent. --- As just preference, the fan is placed upside-down. - [13:31]: Okay now for the light! --- The IonBoard S33 grow light is a perfect for this tent. Also since I’m not flowering in this tent, won’t ever need to run it at full strength. --- The ballast driver for the grow light is mounted onto the light itself which is not a big deal, but would have liked to have placed it outside the tent. --- However, since I’m not planning on running the light at full power, the heat should be minimal. I think. - [13:35]: Modified the ratchet rope clips a bit. --- Basically swapped out the original cords with a longer ones. --- Now the cords are about 15’ long. - [14:08]: Placed the IonBoard S33 onto the floor of the tent. --- Not going to use the included metal hangers. Instead I made hanging loops using zip ties. --- Connected both ratchet clips to the grow light. The clips are connected with the ratchets in front. This makes raising the light a whole lot easier. For easier centering and leveling, the cords are connect on the diagonal corners. - [14:32]: Gently raised the grow light a few feet off the floor. --- Not going to need the grow light for a few of weeks, but getting it prepped for later. --- Keeping the light low for now and will adjust as needed. --- Later going to build the propagation kit which will suspended on a shelf above the main grow light. --- Once I start taking clones, the cuttings will spend the first 2-3 weeks of growth inside the propagation dome. --- Or at least this is the plan. --- As far as cloning method, going with soil. --- Mainly because soil is all I have right now (well I do have rockwool cubes too, but don’t want to go that route). --- Also at the moment, I don’t have any commercial rooting hormones. --- With the help of the internet (mainly Chat GPT), thinking about using a piece of aloe. The salicylic acid from the aloe should be a natural rooting hormone. - [16:42]: Evening check. --- #1 is looking like a champ! She is just a bush of plant. Aside from minor leaf tucking, have not trained her at all. Very happy with the growth! --- #2 is well growing. Just going to continue on. --- #3 is looking a bit droopy, going to water tonight. --- Nice! Still not looking completely recovered, but #4 is looking even better than yesterday! - [16:45]: Checked down EB2’s fill tube. --- Reservoir was completely dry! - [16:46]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 32% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [16:59]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. --- Misted the straw mulch for #1-3. --- Focused mainly on #3. - [17:08]: Refilled the pump sprayer with 3 cups of distilled water. --- Misted #4’s straw mulch. - [17:26]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 51% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 65% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [18:57]: Checked the humidifier. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water. - [20:13]: Time to build the AC Infinity Propagation Kit! --- As always, all of ACI’s products are packaged very well. --- Wow! Very nice! --- Unlike a standard humidity dome, the propagation dome was made of a thicker and more rigid plastic. --- Also the kit includes height extension panels to raise the dome’s height even higher. --- The dome even has a set of grow lights that rest in grooves on the domes lid. Very cool! - [20:52]: After a bit of tinkering, managed to assemble the panels and wow she’s a beauty! --- Using a spare metal rack, extra 1/8” cord, and a couple of ratchet rope clips, I made a makeshift shelf. Used about 10’ of cord for each ratchet clip. --- The adjustable shelf is suspended above the IonBoard grow light and is perfect for the propagation dome. - [20:59]: Placed the propagation dome into the tent. --- Also attached and installed the grow light bars. --- Since the Controller 69 Pro’s ports are all full, going to use the included default controller for the propagation dome. --- Nice! The tent is pretty much almost ready for vegging plants! --- [*smokes a bowl] --- As far as the process of going perpetual, been doing a bit of research and I think I have a plan. --- If I can get viable clones to root before flipping to flower, I can veg the clones into mothers while the current plants go through bloom. --- Once the current flower cycle is complete and the plants are harvested, I can take cuttings from the mother plants while the harvest dries. --- Then the cycle restarts as the flower tent is reset, and new vegging clones are moved into the flowering tent. --- I guess it’s not fully perpetual, but now I can preserve genetics by keeping mother plants. --- If I can get through a couple of grow cycles, I can begin pheno hunting for new flavors! Day 05 - Friday - 05/24/24 - Total Days: 088 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.9°F [26.6°C] - Humidity: 77.4% - VPD: 0.78 kPa - Soil %: [31, 26, 39, 38] ----------------------------------- - [09:42]: Quick morning garden check! --- Mainly checking #3 and #4. --- Looking good ladies! --- Clearly I’m still learning to water in soil and growth can be always be better. --- But still happy that both plants have recovered and are growing again. - [21:07]: Evening check. --- #1 has exploded with growth! She is looking both happy and looking healthy! --- #2 is a runt, but not giving up on her! --- #3 is looking great! She is starting to bush out! --- Ooo yea! #4 is looking better every day! Even though #1 is larger, #4 has become my new favorite of the bunch. --- Not going to mist the top growth today. - [19:44]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:22]: Checked the humidifier. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water. Day 06 - Saturday - 05/25/24 - Total Days: 089 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.6°F [26.4°C] - Humidity: 77.1% - VPD: 0.78 kPa - Soil %: [30, 28, 37, 36] ----------------------------------- - [08:41]: Quick morning check! --- Nice! Just wanted to check on #4. She’s is looking better and starting to perk up! - [20:33]: Evening check. --- #1 is growing along already surpassing the sides and just taking over the canopy! --- #3 is looking great! New growth is looking nice and healthy! --- #2 is growing slowly. --- #4 is getting a bit droopy. She needs watering. - [20:36]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [20:42]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 30% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [20:47]: Filled a pump sprayer with 6 cups of distilled water. --- Misted the straw mulch for all plants. --- Focused mainly on the straw mulch of #4 (~4 cups). - [20:55]: Checked the humidifier. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water. --- Oops! - [21:07]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. Day 07 - Sunday - 05/26/24 - Total Days: 090 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.7°F [26.5°C] - Humidity: 77.2% - VPD: 0.78 kPa - Soil %: [30, 33, 37, 37] ----------------------------------- - [19:02]: Evening check. --- #1 is a bush! She’s growing along very nicely and looking great! --- #2 is looks like sprout in comparison to #1, but she is still growing. --- #3 is growing and looking very nice! Growth is still looking pretty uniform as the fan leaves start to stretch out sideways! --- Ooo Yea! #4 is back and looking perky! She’s taught me more about growing than any of my previous 66 attempts. - [19:04]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. - [19:11]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch of all plants with distilled water. - [19:56]: Checked the humidifier. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water. --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Wow what a week! --- Still can’t believe I’m about to start preserving my own genetics! --- As a grower, this is truly going to begin a new frontier! --- For this grow cycle, my main goal is to preserve as many of the 6 phenos that are in the current tent (#1-4 plus the original #1-2 which are surprising still growing). --- Definitely plan to take clones of both #1 and #4, but if #3 gets big enough, will try to take a cutting or two (maybe try topping for the first time). --- Once (or if) the cloning is successful, the plan will then be to veg each clone in a solo cup. --- Then I’ll select the healthiest of each pheno to be my mother. --- Breeding is a definite eventual life goal, but as a great captain once said, one impossible task at a time! --- Steady as she grows Ensign. Steady as she grows. [END OF WEEK 12|05]

Introduction - Week 13|06 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9418.52, Pretty smooth week of growing! Been top watering the fabric pots while bottom watering the EarthBoxes. Gave a feeding of microbes, aloe, coconut, and saponins. But the rest has been distilled water only. As far as the 3x3 tent, now have the system fully built and the temperatures and environmental conditions are looking great! Was originally planning on going perpetual this week. However, decided to participate in the ‘Global Grow Cup!’ The event starts next week so why not? Planning to clone pheno #1 and will be giving it a go! Going fully organic so not planning on winning at all (the winners will most likely all be using some sort of nutrient line). Mainly joining for fun. Whatever happens, happens! I’ll be happy if I can just make it to harvest. I’m more stoked about finally going perpetual! Next week officially begins the cloning process! [START OF WEEK 13|06] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 13|06 - Full Veg Wk4 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 13|06 - Full Veg Wk1 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 06 - Full Veg Wk4 Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 05 - Full Veg Wk3 05/27/24 → 06/02/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~23 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~350 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 24.24 mol/m²/d PPFD: 374 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.87 kPa Soil %: [28.9, 30.4, 37.4, 32.6] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 05/27/24 - Total Days: 091 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 79.7°F [26.5°C] - Humidity: 77.3% - VPD: 0.78 kPa - Soil %: [29, 31, 36, 35] ----------------------------------- - [19:38]: Evening check. --- #1 is looking pretty good! Growth is still green and perky! --- #2 has grown noticeably larger, but new growth seems a bit funky on her first set of 5-fingered leaves. Could this be deficiency or just ferrigation? I dunno. --- #3 is growing along and looking great! A bit droopy, but okay. --- #4 seems to have fully recovered and is looking great! There’s some leaf damage, but new growth looks healthy! - [19:43]: Checked down EB2’s fill tube. --- Reservoir was completely dry! - [19:44]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:53]: Using a spray bottle, --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch of all plants with distilled water. - [19:56]: Checked the humidifier. --- Refilled the humidifier with distilled water. - [20:12]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 29% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Tomorrow is the big cloning day! --- Plan to finish up the tent in the morning and will set up and plug everything in. --- Then will begin the cloning process and the beginning of a perpetual cycle! Will also defoliate as well. --- Going to use the propagation tray and will fill it with pre-moistened BuildASoil 3.0 potting soil. --- Since I don’t have any rooting hormone but do have aloe plants, plan to use a piece of aloe. The natural salicylic acid from the aloe should help to promote root growth. --- Then will take cuttings and start cloning away! --- What can possibly go wrong!? Day 02 - Tuesday - 05/28/24 - Total Days: 092 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.2°F [26.8°C] - Humidity: 75.8% - VPD: 0.84 kPa - Soil %: [29, 30, 36, 33] ----------------------------------- - [10:08]: Ooo yea! Today is the big day! --- Going perpetual! --- The 3x3 veg tent is pretty much fully built. Just need to add some passive vent filters. Will do that a bit later. - [10:20]: Time to plug in and setup the new veg tent’s controller! --- Plugged in the main power cords for everything and made sure the Controller 69 Pro detected each component. --- Also made sure the propagation dome’s controller was plugged in and working. --- Oh and filled the humidifier with distilled water. --- Time to set everything up in the App! - [22:21]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- Installed the new Controller 69 Pro and renamed each one. Will adjust later. --- Temporarily turned the light on to tent the LEDs and to make sure they were all working. - [10:40]: Wow! With the light on, the white floor of the tent looks pretty nice. --- The CloudRay S6 (Version 2) oscillating fan is not connected to any controllers so will have to adjust it manually. Currently the speed is set to 4 out of 10. --- Back to the App! - [10:58]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the humidifier. --- Increased the VPD target value from 0.9 to 1.0 - [11:15]: For the ‘Veg Tent [3x3],’ --- Created a new ‘Vegetative [18/6]’ Automation Schedule. --- Set the settings accordingly: --- For the Grow Light (AC Infinity IonBoard S33): ------ The Mode is temporarily set to ‘Off Mode’ --- Will adjust after cloning is complete. --- For the Exhaust Fan (AC Infinity CloudLine Lite 6): ------ The Mode to ‘Continuous Auto’ ------ The Temperature HIGH trigger’s value is set to 85°F ------ The Humidity HIGH trigger’s value is set to 81% ------ The Minimum/Maximum value is set to 3/8 ------ The Temperature buffer value is set to 3°F ------ The Humidity buffer value is set to 3% --- For the Humidifier (AC Infinity CloudForge T7 - Version 2): ------ The Mode is set to ‘Continuous Target’ ------ The VPD target value is set to 1.0kPa ------ The Minimum/Maximum value is set to 0/8 ------ The VPD buffer value is set to 0.2kPa --- For the Heater (AC Infinity ThermoForge T3): ------ The Mode is set to ‘Continuous Target’ ------ The Temperature target value is set to 78°F ------ The Minimum/Maximum value is set to 0/8 ------ The Temperature buffer value is set to 2°F --- Of course will adjust these settings as needed - [11:26]: Checked the controller for readings. --- Nice! Everything seems to be functioning within established parameters and the environment within the tent seems to be stabilizing. --- Going perpetual! --- [*smokes a bowl] - [14:11]: I think I’m going to wait another week before cloning. --- Deciding on participating in the ‘Global Grow Cup’ 2024 competition! --- Since the grow off begins in a few days (grows must begin from June 1-31), might as well give it a try. --- Basically it’s a global solo cup grow off! --- Both seeds and clones are okay. Also both photoperiods and autoflowers are allowed (I’m going to enter a photoperiod clone). --- The maximum size of the container cannot exceed 16oz (which is your standard solo cup size). --- The seed or clone has to be started between June 1st-30th, --- Several YouTube influencers have been promoting this grow off and just thought it might be fun to try! --- Don’t plan on winning at all, but think it will be fun just to participate. I’ll be happy if the plant simply survives through the whole process. Also I’m pretty sure since I’m using organic inputs, my chances are even less in a smaller container (more soil is better for organic growing, I think). --- This will also give the plants another week to get larger before the defoliation/cloning. --- Definitely going to try to clone #1 and #4. Also will be topping for the first time. --- I doubt I’ll be able to clone #2, but if #3 gets bigger, I might be able to take a cutting. Or maybe top? --- Also will give me more time to dial in the 3x3 veg environment. --- Just going to continue to research cloning and prep for the event! Both stoked and nervous since this will also be the first time trying to flower in a solo cup. - [16:01]: Evening check. --- #1 is just growing out very nicely! out! Wow! Just keep bushing out girl! --- #2 is looking funky, but is clearly growing in size. Still not giving up on you! --- #3 is Looking a bit droopy, but looking green and healthy! --- #4 is looking great! She is just growing and is about as tall as #1, but not as wide. Still very impressed with growth! --- Hmm. With the exception of #4, all plant leaves seem to be tacoing a bit. Could be an environmental issue? Or maybe too much wind? Or a humidity problem? --- Decided to adjust the height of one of the oscillating fans (left corner). - [16:03]: Raised the fan up a bit. --- The fan is now about 6-10” higher. - [16:09]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [16:25]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 29% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 33% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [16:27]: Poured 6 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [16:42]: Checked the humidifiers which were still pretty full. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- For the 3x3 tent, - [17:07]: Decided to rotate the IonBoard S33 grow light 90 degrees. --- Nice! Now the cord is facing closer to the vent and the control knob for the light is easier to read. --- Time to add some passive vents. - [19:42]: Made a pair of passive air filters using some 6” ducting, carbon filter material, rubber bands and tape. --- Installed both vents with one on each side (bottom of the tent). --- The new veg tent has been completed and is ready for plants! --- Going to be another week before plants go into this tent. --- Getting hyped! Day 03 - Wednesday - 05/29/24 - Total Days: 093 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.9°F [27.2°C] - Humidity: 74.8% - VPD: 0.89 kPa - Soil %: [29, 29, 35, 32] ----------------------------------- - [10:19]: Decided to reduce the exhaust fan’s minimum speed. --- Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Decreased the Minimum value from 3 to 2 --- Hopefully the lower speed will keep the humidity inside the tent a bit longer. - [21:53]: Evening check. --- #1 is just raging! Nodes are just branching out and exploding with growth! --- Nice! #2 is getting there. Top growth looks weird, but just gonna grow on! --- #3 is looking quite nice and getting bigger! --- #4 is growing along nicely and looking great! - [21:55]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [22:01]: Poured 6 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:17]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. - [23:00]: Decided to temporarily increase the VPD in the 3x3 tent. --- Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Veg Tent [3x3] controller, ------ Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Increased the VPD target value from 1.0kPa to 1.5kPa --- Nice! A higher VPD means less humidity. --- Not going to have plants inside for a good week so don’t need to waste the humidifier water. --- Will set the VPD back next week before taking clones! Day 04 - Thursday - 05/30/24 - Total Days: 094 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.9°F [27.2°C] - Humidity: 74.6% - VPD: 0.90 kPa - Soil %: [28, 29, 37, 31] ----------------------------------- - [12:39]: It’s official, got my ticket! --- I’m now a participant of the first ever global grow cup event! --- Based on what I’ve learned from #4 (which was started in a solo cup), I have an idea for growing and flowering in a solo cup. --- After reviewing the rules for a bit, I think I’m going to root my clone in a smaller container 5-8oz for veg and transplant into the 16oz solo cup before flipping to flower. --- I couldn’t find any rules forbidding transplants. (will send an email asking). --- Also since roots cannot go beyond the container and root pruning is an immediate disqualification, I figure transplanting would be a good way to go. Might even need to line the bottom of the cup with a net so roots won’t grow through. - [19:24]: Evening check. --- #1 is just a beast! She is bushing and stretching out! Wow! --- #2 is growing! Sort of. I think. --- #3 is looking good! --- #4 is growing along and looking great! She has pretty much reached the sides of the 5-gallon fabric pot. Nice! - [19:27]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a bit of water. - [19:28]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 29% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:47]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 374 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 24.24 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 268 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 17.37 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 311 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 20.15 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 339 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 21.97 mol/m²/d - [19:57]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 17" tall. --- #2 was about 7" tall. --- #3 was about 7.5" tall. --- #4 was about 12.5" tall. --- #1 was about 12" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 23" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 20.25" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 17" away from the grow light. --- Time to water! --- Going to feed some microbes, aloe, coconut, and saponins. --- Also going with a diluted ratio. - [20:08]: Filled a pitcher with 8 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Added 1/4tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured 4 cups straight into a pump sprayer. - [20:17]: Misted the top soil for #3. --- Focused on wetting the straw mulch as evenly as possible. --- Also misted the straw mulch for #1 and #2 a bit. - [20:33]: Poured the rest of the solution into the pump sprayer (~4 cups). --- Misted the top soil for #4. --- Focused on wetting the straw mulch as evenly as possible. --- Also misted the straw mulch for #1 and #2 a bit. - [20:45]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the 4x4’s humidifier with distilled water. Day 05 - Friday - 05/31/24 - Total Days: 095 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.3°F [27.4°C] - Humidity: 75.2% - VPD: 0.89 kPa - Soil %: [29, 30, 41, 36] ----------------------------------- - [21:33]: Evening check. --- Wow! Growth is starting to get a bit out of control! --- #1 continues to dominate the tent! She’s starting to overlap the rest of the plants. --- #2 has gotten bigger! Out of nowhere, she has stretched and is already bout the same height as #3. Keep on growing girl! --- #3 is looking great! She looks heathy and perky! --- Nice! #4 is growing and getting taller! - [21:47]: Poured 6 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:54]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the 4x4’s humidifier with distilled water. Day 06 - Saturday - 06/01/24 - Total Days: 096 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.5°F [26.9°C] - Humidity: 74.5% - VPD: 0.89 kPa - Soil %: [29, 31, 39, 31] ----------------------------------- - []: Quick morning check! --- #1 is looking incredible! She is perky and looking happy! --- #4 is also happy and just growing along! --- Even the plants in the back (the original #1 and #2 phenos) are growing along and looking like they will make it to flower. Have not been logging, but been training and bonsaiing the new growth to keep them low. If growth continues to get better, may try to root a cutting or two on cloning day. --- Looking good girls! - [20:33]: Evening check. --- Wow! #1 is starting to get too tall! She is getting a bit close to the light! --- #2 for some reason has started to really take off with growth! Still a bit funky, but growing! --- #3 is looking great! She is perky and getting larger! --- #4 looking good and healthy! Although she may need a watering soon. - [20:47]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs still had a bit of water but were mostly dry. - [20:56]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:58]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the 4x4’s humidifier with distilled water. --- [*smokes a bowl] --- An update on the Global Grow Cup, --- Got an email reply today about transplanting. --- Transplants are allowed as long as the final container is a 16oz container (same container as the first submission). --- Also asked about ticket numbers and got a response saying that it’s my order number (so ticket# 9724089149 has to be written on the 16oz solo cup). They also seemed to have updated the site with additional submission rules which includes the mentioning of transplants along with the order number. --- Now that I’m a participant, there are two submissions that I need to do before the 30th of this month! --- Need to make a video confirming that my container is 16oz. Since I’m growing in a solo cup, this should not be an issue. Going to film myself filling a marked cup with 2 cups of soil. This will be the cup that I’ll be transplanting into. --- Once this is done, I’ll begin the process of taking a cutting from #1 to root in a smaller 5-8oz container of soil. --- Never cloned before so what can go wrong right!? --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Anyways, --- For watering, going with straight distilled water along with the occasional feeding of microbes, aloe, coconut, and saponins. --- Will probably root and veg for about 3 weeks. --- Before flipping to flower, plan to prune the larger fan leaves and transplant into the marked 16oz solo cup. --- Hopefully transplanting will help the flowering phase of growth. --- Might even top dress? - [22:25]: Another grow board wipe! --- Looking back over the past 5 weeks, --- Growth has completely turned around. Even the original two plants in the back are looking good and growing along surprisingly well! --- A lot has happened, a lot more is about to begin! --- Learned more about watering in a solo cup. --- Also expanded my grow and am about to start a new frontier of growing! Next week, going perpetual! --- Also hyped to start the global grow cup at the same time! Day 07 - Sunday - 06/02/24 - Total Days: 097 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.5°F [26.9°C] - Humidity: 74.5% - VPD: 0.89 kPa - Soil %: [29, 33, 38, 30] ----------------------------------- - [19:59]: Evening check. --- Ooo yea! --- Growth is definitely starting to get out of control! --- #1 is blowing up with growth! May need to raise the light up soon, but plan to top and take cuttings in a few days. How much larger can she possibly get? --- #2 is starting to look like a plant! Her top growth still looks gnarly, but wow has she grown! --- #3 is getting larger! She’s getting closer to the edges of the pot! --- #4 is looking a bit droopy. Going to water tonight. - [20:01]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs still had some water but were pretty much dry. - [20:02]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 28% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 38% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 27% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [20:07]: Filled a pump sprayer with 6 cups of distilled water. --- Misted the straw mulch for all plants. --- Focused mainly on the straw mulch of #4 (~4 cups). - [20:19]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 1 cup of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [20:24]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the 4x4’s humidifier with distilled water. - [20:27]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 37% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 40% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 45% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Wow what a week! --- Getting hyped for the Global Grow Cup along with going perpetual! Can’t believe it’s almost time. --- Next week is going to be full of first-time experiences and can’t wait to get started! --- Onwards Ensign.. Engage! [END OF WEEK 13|06]

Introduction - Week 14|07 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9437.65, Great week of growing! Wow what a good week! Growth in the main tent has all around been incredible! Submitted my first submission to the Global Grow Cup! Filmed a video of the solo cup container (marked with the ticket/order number) that will be used for the competition. Also had to fill and prove the solo cup holds 2 cups of soil. Now I need to root a clone (for the first time), transplant her into this cup, and submit my 2nd entry before the 30th of this month. As far as my first attempt at cloning, have already begun the rooting process! Managed to take cuttings from 3 out of the 6 phenos in the main tent (the first cutting was also my first time topping). Soaked the cuttings for two days before planting them into Coco Coins. So far everything has gone surprisingly well! The clones are now rooting under the propagation dome with the vents fully closed. Will check for roots soon! At the end of the week, growth was just raging! Was planning on flipping to flower in a week, but decided to begin the first week of flower next week! Thus this is the last week of veg. Plan to flip to 12/12 next Monday! Onwards to next week! [START OF WEEK 14|07] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 14|07 - Full Veg Wk5 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 14|07 - Full Veg Wk2 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 07 - Full Veg Wk5 Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 06 - Full Veg Wk4 06/03/24 → 06/09/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~26 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~400 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 24.56 mol/m²/d PPFD: 379 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.91 kPa Soil %: [32.7, 37.6, 37.9, 34.1] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 06/03/24 - Total Days: 098 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 80.7°F [27.1°C] - Humidity: 74.4% - VPD: 0.90 kPa - Soil %: [31, 34, 39, 35] ----------------------------------- - [09:57]: Quick morning check! --- #1 is looking a bit droopy, but almost lights off (at 10:00) so not concerned. --- Nice! Mainly wanted to check on #4 and she is looking great! She’s perked back up and looking good! - [23:08]: Evening check. --- Wow! It’s a jungle in here! --- #1 has gotten too big? Nah!? Keep on growing girl! --- #2 is growing and definitely getting bigger! Growth just looking really weird. --- #3 has continued to get larger and is looking quite uniform in growth! --- #4 is growing and looking perky again! --- Even the original #1 and #2 phenos (in the back) are looking good! --- Wow! #4 is really getting close to the light. - [23:14]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [23:27]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 30% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 32% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [23:32]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:38]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the 4X4’s humidifier with distilled water. --- Tomorrow, plan to defoliate and start cloning for the first time! --- Going to take multiple cuttings from both #1 and #4 for sure, but still deciding on the rest. --- Getting hyped! Day 02 - Tuesday - 06/04/24 - Total Days: 099 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.4°F [27.4°C] - Humidity: 74.3% - VPD: 0.93 kPa - Soil %: [29, 35, 38, 32] ----------------------------------- - [11:59]: Time to film the first entry for the Global Grow Cup! --- Going to be using BuildASoil 3.0 potting soil. --- Filming the video using a stand and my phone. --- This video is mainly to establish the container that the plant will be grown in. Also to prove that the container is a 16oz container and that it can hold 2 cups of soil. --- The ticket (order) number also had to be written on the cup. - [12:36]: Done! --- The video had to be done in one continuous shot with no edits (my original submission does not have the logo). --- There was also a photo that needed to be shot which shows the cup filled with 2 cups of soil (just like the video, the original image submission did not have the logo). --- I think I did everything correctly, but also sent an email for verification of submission and validation. --- Getting hyped! --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Going to defoliate today along with for the first-time, going to take cuttings for clones! --- After a bit of online research, decided to split the cloning process into two days. --- Today going to take cuttings and will soak them in a solution of aloe for 24hrs. Afterwards will change the water out and use straight distilled water. --- Then in a couple days, plan to transplant into coco plugs (Coco Coins) for rooting. --- For optimal results, also be using a rooting hormone (Clonex). --- Well.. Here goes nothing! - [17:01]: Evening check. --- Wow! #1 is looking huge! Her main top is stretching above the lower canopy which is continuing to bush out. --- #2 is growing along. Growth is gnarly and a bit droopy, but she’s getting taller! --- #3 is looking great! Still a bit small, but she is continuing to get larger. --- #4 looks like she needs a watering. --- Both plants in the back are also looking surprisingly great as well! - [17:05]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! --- As far as today's defoliation, going to leave #2 and #3 alone and will focus my defoliation and cloning on the rest of the plants. --- This will be my first attempt at cloning, also going to try topping for the first time today. --- No pressure Ensign. What can possibly go wrong right? - [17:27]: Time to start the cloning and defoliation process! --- Filled a measuring cup with 3 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 3/4tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1 more cup of distilled water --- Mixed the solution and poured an even amount into three separate solo cups. --- Made sure to mark two of the cups (#1 and #4). The unmarked one will be for any other clones from amongst the 6 phenos (if any at all). - [17:43]: Time to top and defoliate #1! --- Using a pair of brand new trimmers (AC Infinity), --- Gently cut the main stalk to even out the canopy. --- Then trimmed and cleaned most of the nodes leaving the top node or two. --- Also trimmed the leaf fingers a bit before placing the top cutting into the cup of aloe solution. --- Now for the rest of the cuttings! --- [~45 minutes later] - [18:32]: Managed to finish defoliating and cutting the rest of the clones. --- Took two more lower cuttings from #1 (3 clones total). --- Took 3 lower cuttings from #4 --- While defoliating, decided to try and clone the original #2 pheno as well. Took 4 small cuttings. --- Similar to the top cutting, trimmed and cleaned each lower node for each cutting before placing them into the cups. --- Before finishing up the 2nd cutting, I noticed the first cutting (the top cut that was also trimmed) was drooping. --- So I did not trim and the leaf fingers for the other cuttings. --- In total there were 10 cuttings taken for potential clones. --- My main focus was to take cuttings and to clean up all the lower growth from both #1 and #4. --- Defoliated and cleaned up the back original phenos as well (also trimmed back the cover crop). - [18:35]: Temporarily placed the cuttings onto the floor of the 4x4 tent. --- Took the trimmings (about 3 cups) and spread them onto the top mulch of #1 and #2. --- Time to set the environmental controls for the 3x3 veg tent. - [18:43]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Veg Tent [3x3] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the grow light. ------ Set the Mode to ‘On Mode’ ------ Set the START/END times to 04:00PM/10:00AM ------ Set the MAX to 1 --- The IonBoard S33 is now utilizing around 60.8W (at intensity 1 out of 10). --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Increased the Humidity’s HIGH trigger value from 81% to 87% --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Decreased the VPD target value from 1.5kPa to 0.8kPa - [18:52]: Moved the cuttings into the 3x3 veg tent. --- It begins! I think. --- Going to let these cutting drink some aloe for a day before switching to straight distilled water. --- Hmm. Could be the white floor of the 3x3 veg tent, but have noticed the S33 has a whiter spectrum whereas the FC-6500 seems to be warmer in color. --- Anyways, - [18:58]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:06]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. --- Focused mainly on the straw mulch of #4. --- But also misted the straw mulch for the rest of the plants a bit. - [19:12]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. - [19:44]: Going to be using Clonex rooting gel before planting the cuttings into Coco Coins (pre-soaked with microbes and aloe). But before that begins, going to transfer the Clonex gel into a squeeze bottle. --- Gently peeled back the seal on the original Clonex bottle. Just enough make a tiny opening, --- Then slowly and carefully poured the gel into an empty squeeze bottle. --- Also removed the sticker from the original bottle and placed it onto the new one. - [19:54]: Perfect! --- Instead of applying the gel to the cutting, going to be applying the gel to the Coco Coin. --- This squeeze bottle will make applying the gel a lot easier. --- Will take PPFD readings tomorrow. --- Also will change out the aloe solution to distilled water. --- I really hope I didn’t screw things up before they could even begin. --- Don’t die on me ladies! --- Please. Day 03 - Wednesday - 06/05/24 - Total Days: 100 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.9°F [27.7°C] - Humidity: 75.5% - VPD: 0.90 kPa - Soil %: [29, 36, 38, 36] ----------------------------------- - [09:40]: Quick morning check! --- #1 is looking a bit droopy, but looking okay. Topping is a high stress technique so going to take some time to recover. Don’t plan on flipping the main 4x4 tent to flower for a good week or so which should be enough time. --- #4 looks great! The defoliation seems to have no effect on growth. Nice! - [09:41]: Also quickly checked on the 3x3 veg tent, --- Nice! The cuttings are looking great! --- No yellowing and they all seemed to have turned up towards the light. --- So far so good! - [22:53]: Evening check. --- #1 is continuing to dominate this grow! She has spread wide and looking incredible! --- #2 is looking gnarly, but getting there. --- #3 is getting larger! But still a runt. By far, her leaves are the darkest of the bunch, but she is still growing! --- #4 looks happy and growing along beautifully! Wow! - [22:55]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [22:59]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:05]: Checked on the 3x3 veg tent. --- Ooo yea! The cuttings are still green! Nice! - [23:07]: Took PPFD readings. --- The cuttings were around 121 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 7.84 mol/m²/d --- Nice! These levels are on the lower range for seedlings (~100-300), perfect! I think. - [23:14]: Swapped the aloe water out to straight distilled water. --- Going to let these cuttings soak for one more day before planting. --- Please don’t die girls! - [23:15]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Ooo yea! --- Tomorrow is the big rooting day! Day 04 - Thursday - 06/06/24 - Total Days: 101 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.9°F [27.7°C] - Humidity: 75.2% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [32, 38, 38, 34] ----------------------------------- - [16:20]: Evening check. --- #1 is a bit droopy, but growth is looking green and healthy. --- #2 is looking bigger! She’s also looking sort of droopy. --- #3 is growing along nicely! Looking good girl! --- #4 is looking great! A bit droopy but plan to water today. - [16:23]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir still has some water. --- EB2's reservoir was completely dry! - [16:23]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 28% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 30% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [16:30]: Using a pump sprayer, --- Misted the straw mulch of #4 with 6 cups of distilled water. --- Focused mainly on the straw mulch. --- Also misted the straw mulch of #3 (in the grassroots fabric pot) a bit. - [16:43]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [16:52]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 56% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 44% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 40% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 45% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [17:01]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 379 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 24.56 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 333 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 21.58 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 293 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 18.99 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 378 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 24.49 mol/m²/d - [17:09]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 21" tall. --- #2 was about 13.5" tall. --- #3 was about 9.5" tall. --- #4 was about 19.25" tall. --- Hmm.. - [17:19]: Adjusted the right oscillating fan a bit. --- Re-angled the CloudRay S6 oscillating fan upwards. Been noticing that the air has been hitting the tops of the plants so easing off a bit (#1 is still getting hit, but she’s huge so not too worried). - [17:23]: Back to the measurements! --- #1 was about 9.5" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 17" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 17.5" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 11.5" away from the grow light. - [17:46]: Checked on the 3x3 veg tent. --- Cuttings are still green! They do look a bit droopy but no signs of yellowing. --- Okay! - [17:55]: Time to begin the rooting process! --- For my first attempt at rooting, going to be using Coco Coins pre-soaked in saponins, microbes and aloe. --- To further help with rooting, going to also be using Clonex rooting gel. --- Filled a measuring cup with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added half of 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/8tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution thoroughly. --- Time for the Coco Coins! --- 10 cuttings means 10 Coco Coins. - [18:09]: Dropped 10 Coco Coins into the measuring cup. --- The coins immediately started to expand. --- A bit too much.. Oops! --- Poured the solution and Coco Coins into a pitcher. --- Added 2 cups of distilled water to the solution (now at 6 cups). --- Great! The coins are pretty much fully expanded, but going to wait a bit longer to fully saturate each coin. --- [~20-30 minutes later] - [18:42]: Great! --- Took the seedling and flood tray from the AC Infinity propagation dome and placed all 10 Coco Coins into the slots. --- Gave each Coco Coin a quick shake to remove excess solution. The coins were not dripping with solution but still pretty saturated. --- Arranged them into 3 groups with the cuttings in mind. --- Also tried to keep the pre-made holes intact. --- Time to inoculate the Coco Coins! - [18:54]: Using a squeeze bottle, --- While keeping the nozzle from making contact with the coco, gently filled each pre-made hole with Clonex rooting gel. Just enough gel to fully cover the hole of each coco coin. - [19:00]: Time to plant the cuttings! --- Gave each cup a misting of distilled water. Focused on wetting the top growth with water. --- Okay! --- To avoid mixing cuttings up. - [19:01]: Starting with the original #2 pheno cup, --- For each cutting, --- Using a pair of clean trimmers, made a final 45° cut about 1/2" from a bottom node. --- Then stripped away and scared the protective membrane below the node before planting. --- Made sure the node was about 1/2" below the surface of the coco. --- To help with planting, while inserting each cutting, gave the Coco Coin a gentle squeeze to loosen the coco. This also helped to ensure the coco and gel was in good contact with the cutting. --- Once the cutting was planted into the Coco Coin, made sure to place back in the same spot (made sure to keep the cuttings in their groupings). --- Once a cup was complete, made sure to keep the label with the group. --- Re-misted the top growth as needed to keep it wet. --- Also wiped the trimmers with isopropyl alcohol in between cuttings (plan to use 10% bleach solution for next time). --- Repeated this process until all 10 cuttings were cut, planted, and in the tray. --- The coco coins fit perfectly into the tray and don’t reach the bottom. Nice! --- The bottom air gap is important. --- Poured a bit of distilled water through one of the empty slots into the bottom of the tray. Just enough to fill the bottom of the tray, but not enough to reach any of the Coco Coins (~1/4cup). - [19:35]: Placed the propagation tray with cuttings into the 3x3 veg tent. --- Placed the first layer of the propagation dome on before giving the sides a misting of distilled water. --- Also sprayed the top of the propagation dome before covering the cuttings. --- Vents are all fully closed. - [19:40]: Placed the bar lights onto the top of the dome before configuring the controller. ------ Set the START/END times to 04:00PM/10:00AM ------ Set the bar light’s intensity to 2 (out of 10). --- Also made sure the propagation light controller’s time was in sync with the Controller 69 Pro. - [19:47]: Took PPFD readings. --- The cuttings were around 136 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 8.81 mol/m²/d --- The PPFD levels are similar to the floor. --- Perfect! --- Going leave the IonBoard S33 on during this rooting process. --- Will check back tomorrow to cycle the air under the dome. - [19:56]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. - [20:17]: Quick night check! --- Ooo yea! Growth is raging and looking perky! --- Mainly checked on #1 and #4 which were looking incredible! --- Keep on growing ladies! Day 05 - Friday - 06/07/24 - Total Days: 102 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 82.7°F [28.2°C] - Humidity: 76.2% - VPD: 0.89 kPa - Soil %: [37, 40, 38, 35] ----------------------------------- - [10:03]: Decided to increase the ambient temp in the 3x3 veg tent. --- Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Veg Tent [3x3] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the heater. ------ Increased the Temp target value from 78°F to 82°F --- Hopefully this will help to keep the veg tent at a more consistent temp. - [22:26]: Evening check. --- Ooo yea! The garden is looking incredible! --- #1 is looking perky and just bushing out! Wow! --- #2 is getting big! Growth is weird and leaf fingers are huge! Just going to let her grow. --- #4 is looking happy and growing along like a champ! Nodes are starting branch out and she is turning into a bush! - [10:28]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [22:33]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:40]: Checked on the propagation dome (inside the 3x3). --- Ah yea! Looking great ladies! --- Lifted the top of the dome to let some fresh air in for a bit. --- Wow! --- Leaves still look nice and green! --- So far everything looks great! --- Just going to continue on! - [22:53]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. - [11:01]: Decided to adjust the humidifier for the 3x3. --- Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Veg Tent [3x3] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Increased the VPD target value from 0.8kPa to 1.5kPa --- The higher VPD level will essentially turn the humidifier off. --- I won’t be needing the humidifier for a good week so might as well save the water. Day 06 - Saturday - 06/08/24 - Total Days: 103 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.6°F [27.6°C] - Humidity: 74.9% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [35, 40, 37, 31] ----------------------------------- - [07:40]: Quick morning check! --- #1 and #4 are looking perky and happy! --- Also checked on the propagation dome, --- All cutting still look green! Hyped! - [20:02]: Evening check. --- Wow the garden is raging with growth! --- #1 has blown up! She has clearly recovered and growth is ramping up again! --- #2 is stretching upwards! --- #3 is now the smallest of the 4, but still getting larger! --- #4 is looking incredible! Wow! Growth looks perky and happy! - [20:05]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [20:10]: Poured 6 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [20:16]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 35% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 40% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 27% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [20:19]: Using a pump sprayer, --- Misted the straw mulch of #4 with 5 cups of distilled water. --- Focused mainly on the straw mulch. --- Also misted the mulch of #3 a bit (in the fabric pot). - [20:27]: Checked propagation dome (in the 3x3), --- To cycle the air under the dome, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Ooo yea! Everything is still green and looking great! --- Keep on rooting ladies! --- Oops! - [21:45]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 07 - Sunday - 06/09/24 - Total Days: 104 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.5°F [27.5°C] - Humidity: 74.8% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [36, 40, 37, 36] ----------------------------------- - [08:18]: Quick morning check! --- Nice! The main tent is looking great! #1 and #4 are both raging with growth! --- Checked on the propagation dome (inside the 3x3) and the clones are still looking green! --- Wow! Everything is going almost too well! Just keep on growing! - [19:08]: Evening check. --- Garden is just exploding with growth! Seems everyone has fully recovered from the defoliation and topping! --- Wow #1 is bushed out and looking incredible! --- #2 is growing really starting to get large! Growth still is funky, but stoked none-the-less. --- #3 is starting to fill in the pot! Getting larger! --- Wow! #4 is getting taller and looks healthy and green! - [19:12]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! --- Wow the canopy is really starting to get taller and closer to the light. May need to raise it up soon. --- Absolutely surprised how low the light levels have been throughout this entire cycle. Barely moved the light and have not increased the intensity past 2 (out of 10). Less is really more. --- Anyways! - [19:18]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 36% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 41% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:19]: Poured 6 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:24]: Checked propagation dome (in the 3x3), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Sweet! Still green! Wow! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [20:35]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Wow what a week! --- Growth has been just insane in the 4x4 tent! All plants have fully recovered and have just exploded with growth. --- I think it’s time to flip to flower! --- Also, I’m absolutely baffled about how well the cloning process has been going. --- So far no issues! --- Not complaining, but just surprised. Keep on growing ladies! --- If all goes well, should have fully rooted clones soon ready for transplanting (into solo cups of course). --- Absolutely hyped for next week! --- Maximum warp Ensign, Engage! [END OF WEEK 14|07]

Introduction - Week 15|08 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9456.77, Wow what a week of growing! This was the first week of flower! At the beginning of the week, flipped the grow light in the main 4x4 tent to a 12/12 light schedule. All 6 phenos of Garlic Budder have been growing surprisingly well! Canopy has been filling in and looking great! Also defoliated the plants again. While defoliating, managed to get a cutting of #2 which was planted at the end of the week. As for the clones (in the 3x3 veg tent), been refreshing the air under the dome daily. Also been misting the top growth with distilled water. Still no roots, but will check again next week. Onwards to next week! [START OF WEEK 15|08] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 15|08 - Pre-Bloom [Stretch] Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 15|08 - Pre-Bloom [Stretch] Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 08 - Pre-Bloom [Stretch] Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 07 - Pre-Bloom [Stretch] 06/10/24 → 06/16/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~21 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~475 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 19:00 - 07:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.66 mol/m²/d PPFD: 455 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.92 kPa Soil %: [50.0, 42.7, 36.9, 32.4] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 06/10/24 - Total Days: 105 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 81.6°F [27.6°C] - Humidity: 74.8% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [38, 40, 37, 31] ----------------------------------- - [09:41]: Quick morning check! --- Growth in the 4x4 is looking great! Growth is green and healthy! --- Also checked on the propagation dome (inside the 3x3). --- Growth is still green! --- Nice! --- Today is also the big 12/12 flip! --- Switching the light schedule from 18/6 to 12/12 - [10:04]: Time for the big flip! --- Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Deleted the ‘Flower [12/12]’ Schedule. --- Then renamed the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule to ‘Flower [12/12]’ --- Adjusted the ‘Flower [12/12]’ Schedule for the grow light. --- The ON times for the grow light in each tent are: ------ Gorilla Lite 4x4 [Mars Hydro FC-6500 | Flower 12/12]: --------- On Time: 19:00 - 07:00 ------ AC Infinity CloudLab 3x3 [AC Infinity S33 IonBoard | Veg 18/6]: --------- On Time: 16:00 - 10:00 --- As for PPFD levels, --- Going to leave the light intensity alone and will start increasing towards the end of the week (currently set to 2 out of 10). Will take PPFD readings afterwards. --- Wow! --- Now that the 4x4 is set to 12/12 while the 3x3 is set to 18/6, the perpetual cycle has begun! --- Don’t frack it up Ensign! - [21:42]: Evening check. --- #1 is just raging with growth and looking happy! --- #2 looks green and just stretching upwards! --- #3 is filling the pot and looking great! --- Ooo yea! #4 is growing along beautifully! - [21:45]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:46]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 37% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 41% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 27% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [21:53]: Poured 8 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:02]: Using a pump sprayer, --- Misted the straw mulch of #4 with 6 cups of distilled water. --- Focused mainly on the straw mulch. --- Also misted the straw mulch of #3 (in the grassroots fabric pot) a bit. - [22:11]: Checked propagation dome (in the 3x3), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth is still green! Both hyped and still surprised! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [22:19]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 02 - Tuesday - 06/11/24 - Total Days: 106 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 81.2°F [27.3°C] - Humidity: 74.3% - VPD: 0.92 kPa - Soil %: [40, 41, 41, 38] ----------------------------------- - [16:21]: Evening check on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth is still green! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [16:25]: Took the dome temporarily outside to check for roots. --- It’s been 5 days since these cuttings were planted into the Coco Coins. --- Still no roots, but that’s okay. --- Hmm. --- The coco coins seem a bit dry. - [16:28]: Placed the dome back into the 3x3 tent. --- Going to give each coin a quick dunk in a wetting solution. - [16:54]: Time to re-wet the Coco Coins! --- Filled a measuring cup with 3 cups of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/16tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution thoroughly. - [17:02]: Took the dome back out of the tent. --- One at a time, gently took each Coco Coin and dunked them into the wetting solution for a good 4-5 seconds before placing it back into the tray. - [17:13]: Placed the dome back into the 3x3 tent. --- Will check back in another week or so for roots. --- Keep on growing ladies! - [17:19]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Decreased the VPD target value from 1.5kPa to 0.8kPa ------ Decreased the MAX level from 8 to 0 --- This will keep the humidifier essentially off. Will increase back later when there are plants on the floor. - [19:12]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- #1 is out of control! Wow she’s big! --- #2 is continuing to stretch upwards. Her fan leaves are huge! --- #3 is the shortest of the plants, but still looking good! --- #4 is looking healthy and green! Her canopy is - [19:15]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:21]: Poured 8 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:41]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 03 - Wednesday - 06/12/24 - Total Days: 107 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 80.5°F [26.9°C] - Humidity: 74.0% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [49, 41, 38, 32] ----------------------------------- - [22:44]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Ooo yea! The garden is looking great! --- #1 has completely taken over the tent! Wow she’s huge! Also getting really close to the light. --- #2 is growing along and looking perky! --- #3 is getting larger! She is still the smallest, but looking green and happy! --- #4 is healthiest looking of the bunch! Looking great girl! - [22:48]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a bit of water. - [22:56]: Poured 8 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:04]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth is green and looking great! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [23:09]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- As far as ease, this has been one of the simplest grow cycles. --- Pretty much have not fertilizer fed anything. --- Also haven’t really adjusted the light at all. Intensity levels have been pretty low throughout this entire grow (still set to 2 out of 10). --- Have been noticing larger nodal spacing. This could be due to the lower light levels, but also could be genetics. I think. --- Plan to do a defoliation tomorrow. --- Keep on growing ladies! Day 04 - Thursday - 06/13/24 - Total Days: 108 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 80.4°F [26.9°C] - Humidity: 73.6% - VPD: 0.92 kPa - Soil %: [53, 42, 37, 30] ----------------------------------- - [19:23]: Night check! --- Ooo yea! Garden is filling in nicely! --- #1 is still continuing to stretch upwards! --- #2 is looking weird, but still growing! --- #3 is the runt of the lot, but she is continuing to fill in the fabric pot. --- #4 is by far the healthiest of the phenos! There is no leaf damage and growth has been incredible! - [19:25]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:30]: Poured 8 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:39]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/16tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] --- Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/4tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Also added 1/8tsp of BuildABloom --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [19:56]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 53% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 42% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 26% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [20:04]: Misted the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Tried to go slowly with a slight (smoke) break in between. --- Time for another round of defoliation! - [20:21]: Using a pair of cleaned trimmers, --- Gently removed the large fan leaves from all plants. --- Mainly focused on #1 and #4, but also defoliated the plants in the back. --- Also trimmed the cover crop. --- While defoliating, the trimmings were placed onto the mulch of both EarthBoxes. --- Okay! - [21:15]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 483 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 31.30 mol/m²/d --- The canopy is really getting too close to the light. - [21:24]: Raised the light up a bit. --- Also raised and adjusted both oscillating fans. - [21:27]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the grow light. ------ Increased the MAX from 2 to 3 --- The FC-6500 is now utilizing around 261.6W (at intensity 3 out of 10). - [21:32]: Took new PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 455 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.66 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 372 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 16.07 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 282 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 12.18 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 453 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.57 mol/m²/d --- Great! --- Mainly creating more space for growth while keeping the PPFD levels about the same (or just under). --- DLI is now being calculated under 12/12 so the lower levels are normal. --- Will gradually ramp the DLI up over the next few weeks. - [21:40]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 28.5" tall. --- #2 was about 20.5" tall. --- #3 was about 11.5" tall. --- #4 was about 26" tall. --- #1 was about 10.5" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 17.5" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 24" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 13" away from the grow light. - [21:51]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth is still looking nice and green! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [21:55]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Hopefully I did not over do the defoliation. --- Noticed that these plants in general are quite lanky. --- This could be due to the lower light levels. Depending on growth, may start increasing the light even more. - [22:22]: While defoliating #2, I think I managed to clip a viable cutting for rooting? --- Going to give it a go! --- Filled a measuring cup with a cup of distilled water. ------ Added 1/8tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a solo cup. --- Cleaned the bottom of the cutting a bit and placed her into the solo cup before placing the cup onto the 3x3’s floor. --- Plan to change the water out tomorrow! - [23:33]: Adjusted the left oscillating fan. --- Re-angled the airflow downwards. - [23:44]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Increased the Humidity’s HIGH trigger value from 85% to 87% --- For the Veg Tent [3x3] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Increased the VPD target value from 0.8kPa to 1.0kPa ------ Increased the MAX level from 0 to 8 Day 05 - Friday - 06/14/24 - Total Days: 109 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 80.9°F [27.2°C] - Humidity: 73.4% - VPD: 0.94 kPa - Soil %: [56, 44, 36, 37] ----------------------------------- - [21:08]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- #1 is dominating! She has some leaf damage, but overall growth is just insane! --- #2 has somehow outgrown #3 and is almost as tall as #4 and #1. Growth has always looked funky, but keep on growing girl! - [21:13]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs still had some water. - [21:18]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:28]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth is still surprisingly green! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [21:30]: Checked on the cutting of #2 (on the floor). --- Nice! She’s looking green! --- Swapped the aloe water with a fresh cup of distilled water. --- Going to let the cutting soak another day. Plan to plant the cutting tomorrow! - [21:35]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. - [22:33]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Veg Tent [3x3] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Decreased the MIN level from 2 to 1 Day 06 - Saturday - 06/15/24 - Total Days: 110 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 83.1°F [28.4°C] - Humidity: 76.0% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [58, 46, 35, 31] ----------------------------------- - [20:15]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is looking incredible! Wow! --- All phenos are looking perky and just filling the tent in! - [20:17]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs still had some water. EB2 was almost dry, but not completely. - [20:20]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 58% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 46% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 30% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Not going to bottom water tonight. - [20:26]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Hmm. For the most part, growth looks green! --- But there does seem to be certain areas that are beginning yellowing. --- The areas are pretty localized to under where the bars are placed. --- Could this be light burn? --- The rest of the growth looks nice and green! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [20:33]: Checked on the #2 cutting. --- Cutting is looking green! - [20:36]: Time to begin the rooting process! --- Filled a measuring cup with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution thoroughly. - [20:45]: Dropped a Coco Coin into the measuring cup. --- The coin immediately started to expand. --- [~10 minutes later] --- Took the Coco Coin and slightly shook enough moisture out so it wasn’t dripping, yet still pretty saturated. - [20:59]: Using a squeeze bottle filled with Clonex, --- Gently filled the pre-made hole with Clonex rooting gel. --- Temporarily set the Coco Coin in a solo cup. - [21:02]: Time to plant the cutting! --- Gave the cutting a misting of distilled water. --- Using a pair of clean trimmers, made a final 45° cut through the bottom node. --- Then stripped away and scared some of the stem’s outer membrane before planting. --- Made sure the node was at least a good 1" below the surface of the coco. --- To help with planting, while inserting the cutting, gave the Coco Coin a gentle squeeze to loosen the coco. This also helped to ensure the coco and gel was in good contact with the cutting. --- Once the cutting was planted, placed her into the propagation dome. --- Made sure to mark the spot where the cutting was placed. - [21:17]: Changed the intensity of the bar lights (for the propagation dome). ------ Decreased the MAX intensity level from 2 to 1. --- The light at max intensity only draws 28W of electricity so not worried about the wattage. --- Done! - [21:23]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 07 - Sunday - 06/16/24 - Total Days: 111 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 82.7°F [28.2°C] - Humidity: 75.6% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [56, 45, 34, 28] ----------------------------------- - [19:19]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Ahhhh yea! The garden is banging! --- Wow! All phenos are just perky and stretching with growth! - [19:24]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir still had a tiny bit of water. --- EB2's reservoir was completely dry! - [19:26]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 55% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 45% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 25% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:33]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:38]: Defoliation time! --- Using a pair of trimmers, --- Gently removed #4’s larger fan leaves. --- Wow! She is by far the healthiest! --- No leaf damage on any leaves and wow the growth is huge! --- Also did some minor defoliation on #1 and #2. --- Placed the trimmings onto the top mulch of both EarthBoxes. - [20:04]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/4tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the straw mulch of #4. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Wow! Again, the health of #4 is a mind trip. This could be the genetics, but I think it’s because of the way she has been grown. Solo cups are the way to go! --- Also, am starting to consider trying a flower cycle with no EarthBoxes and just fabric pots. - [20:22]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [20:27]: Checked a #4 clone for roots. --- Oh Wow! She has roots! --- Some of the tips have started to root prune, but for the most part, roots look white and healthy! --- Okay well time to transplant! --- Going to be transplanting into BuildASoil 3.0 potting soil. --- As with the last seed (#4), going to be planting and watering these clones in solo cups! --- Also going to be transplanting a #1 pheno for the Global Grow Cup 2024! - [20:36]: Using a pair of scissors, --- Cut the corners off of a (~16oz) solo cup (for drainage). --- During the transplant process, placed the cut cup in a uncut cup. This was supposed to help prevent a mess. --- Anyways, --- Prefilled the solo cup with some BuildASoil 3.0 potting soil. --- Filled the cup about halfway, but also have another cup on standby to --- Before transplanting the clone for the GGC2024, going to practice with a few first. - [20:39]: Starting with #4, --- Took a rooted clone and placed her into the partially filled solo cup. --- Made sure the Coco Coin had enough room for more soil. - [20:52]: Inoculated the roots with some Great White mycorrhizae. ------ Sprinkled about an 1/8tsp of Great White --- Made sure to coat the roots as evenly as possible. - [20:55]: Gently filled the solo cup around the clone with more soil. --- Gently even and patted down the top soil a bit. - [20:56]: Added some BuildASoil Organic Barley Straw to the top. --- Broke the straw mulch up a bit to help cover the top soil. - [20:59]: Placed the planted clone into the 3x3 veg tent's floor. --- The solo cup was also place on top of a drip try. --- Misted the top growth and straw mulch with a few mists of distilled water. --- Now for the rest! - [21:32]: Repeated this process until all but #1 clones remained. --- There were also two clones from other phenos also left (#2 and an OG #2 cutting). --- Okay! - [21:33]: Time to finally begin the process of transplanting my entry for the Global Grow Cup 2024! --- Going with a #1 pheno (of Garlic Budder by Humboldt Seeds Company). --- I originally planned to transplant the clone into a smaller container, but there does not seem to be enough time (have until the 30th to submit my entry). --- So going from the rooted Coco Coin straight into the final container! --- Anyways, life happens. --- Time to start! --- Similar to the prior clones, - [21:35]: Took the rooted clone and placed her into the prefilled cup. --- Inoculated the roots with Great White mycorrhizae. ------ Sprinkled about an 1/8tsp of Great White --- Made sure to coat the roots as evenly as possible. - [21:38]: Gently filled the solo cup around the clone with more soil until the cup was filled. --- Referenced the original video submission and made sure not to overfill the cup. --- Gently evened and patted down the top soil a bit. - [21:40]: Added some barley straw to the top. --- Broke the straw up a bit to help cover the top soil. - [21:56]: Placed the planed clone into the 3x3 tent. --- In total, 8 out of the 11 cuttings successfully rooted! --- Obviously the #2 pheno has not rooted yet (recently cut and planted). But there was a --- Not too bad! --- Now that all the transplanting is complete, --- Time to water! - [22:13]: Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/16tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/8tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- Similar to the my first solo cup waterings, going to be watering based on weight. --- Starting with the GGC2024 entry, - [22:19]: Took the dry weight for the cup. --- She weighed 272.7g --- Looking back at my logs, --- Based on the waterings from my first solo cup grow (which was pheno #4), --- 220-255g has been a good average for dry soil weight. --- Each saturated weight started around 317-320g with later weights ranging from 320-330g and got as high as 360g for later growth. --- Going to basically do similar watering for these clones. --- Hopefully this works! --- While on the scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:22]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed ~321.7g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed the GGC2024 cup back into the tent. - [22:43]: Repeated this process of weighing and watering until all 8 solo cups were watered. --- Discarded the rest of the solution. - [22:44]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Wow what a day! --- This week is growing at warp speed! --- Did not expect to plant the rooted cuttings until next week. Hyped that for the most part, these ladies are all transplanted and ready to start growing! --- Probably should be using some sort of humidity dome to harden the clones off, but going to let these ladies recover from the transplant and environmental shock. --- I only need one of each pheno to survive (currently have 4 cloned phenos). --- I have until next grow cycle so time is not an issue. --- Stoked to finally have the ability to preserve my own genetics! --- Once these clones fully root in these solo cups, going to select the healthiest for transplanting! Going to try to give away the rest (I really don’t want to cull the extras). --- Maximum warp Ensign, Engage! [END OF WEEK 15|08]

Introduction - Week 16|09 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9475.90, What a week of growing! Growth in the 4x4 has been incredible to say the least! Can already see signs of flowering and wow these ladies can stretch! Decided to move #3 into the veg tent. Sort of forgot about my legal plant count of 6. This will free up flowering space for the GGC2024 grow. Also makes #3 my first mother plant! Also took cuttings of the original #1 pheno (in the back). Stoked on how well the overall cloning process has been going. Already can tell that some of the clones in the solo cups are easily going to make it. Already had to water one of them, and am pretty sure going to need to water the rest next week. Oh, been letting the EarthBoxes dry out a bit (soil moisture was getting a bit too high) and will most likely start watering again next week. Wow! Growth for the most part has been better than ever! Onwards Ensign! Steady as she grows! [START OF WEEK 16|09] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 16|09 - Pre-Bloom [Stretch] Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 16|09 - Pre-Bloom [Stretch] Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 09 - Re-Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 08 - Pre-Bloom [Stretch] 06/17/24 → 06/23/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~20 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~463 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.0 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 19:00 - 07:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.66 mol/m²/d PPFD: 455 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.91 kPa Soil %: [43.4, 41.9, 31.1, 32.1] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 06/17/24 - Total Days: 112 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 82.8°F [28.2°C] - Humidity: 75.7% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [55, 45, 33, 36] ----------------------------------- - [22:17]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Wow the garden is raging with growth! --- For the most part, this has been a water only run and I am just surprised with the growth! --- All of the phenos are looking perky and happy! --- No signs of flowering quite yet as these ladies continue to stretch upwards! --- At this rate, will most likely be using garden yo-yos to support some of these in later flower. --- Or similar to last grow, may add a layer of support netting. - [22:18]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [22:22]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 53% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 45% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [22:25]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:32]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth is still looking green! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [22:34]: Checked on the clones (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Ooo yea! Looking good ladies! Yellowing, on some, but still growing! --- Still surprised that most of the cuttings rooted! Was honestly expecting a few at most. --- Hyped! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [22:36]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (GGC2024 - #1 pheno). --- She weighed 313.9g --- It’s been a day since the last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g so not going to water today. --- Hmm.. Oops. - [22:39]: Decided to move pheno #3 from the main 4x4 flower tent to the 3x3 veg tent. --- Currently, I have 6 plants under 12/12 lighting. Four phenos are being logged, while the other two are just left to grow (been training on the side). --- Since I am growing in the state of California, --- Just realized that when I flip one of these clones to flower in a week or so (for the GGC2024), I’ll be exceeding the legal limit of 6 flowering plants. --- Oops. --- I honestly did not expect the original two phenos (in the back of both EarthBoxes) to make it through veg. --- It’s only been a week since the 12/12 flip so growth should not be affected, but going to re-veg her under an 18/6 light cycle. - [22:46]: After a bit of re-arranging, --- Moved the #3 pheno into the 3x3 veg tent. --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. --- Nice! This also frees up a bit more space in the main 4x4 tent. Also now the flowering count is down to 5 in total. --- Since #3 is going back into veg, I won’t be able to sample her until the next grow cycle. --- Also the logs are going to be a bit weird, but just going to keep on logging and growing! --- On the positive side, #3 has inadvertently become my first mother plant! --- So in a way, I‘ve just reached another milestone! --- My current goal is to maintain at least four different mother plants. Now I have one! Cool! - [22:54]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Starting to get hyped for the next grow cycle! --- If all goes well, by the time this grow is harvested and dried, I should have at least 4 healthy mother plants to take cuttings for the next grow! Going to be will be a clone to harvest cycle! --- Stoked! Day 02 - Tuesday - 06/18/24 - Total Days: 113 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 82.2°F [27.9°C] - Humidity: 75.5% - VPD: 0.90 kPa - Soil %: [54, 45, 33, 30] ----------------------------------- - [20:03]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Ooo yea! Garden is growing along great! --- All phenos are just raging! --- #1 is really getting a bit too tall again. --- At this rate, by the end of the week, may need to raise and increase the PPFD even further. - [20:04]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [20:07]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 53% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 45% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 32% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Not going to bottom water today. - [20:11]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth is looking pretty good! For the most part green and happy! --- Moved the #1 clone closer to the middle of the dome (away from the LED bar). --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. --- I think the leaf damage is light burn. --- I wonder if I can order another set of height extension panels. --- Or so save money, --- I just need to raise the bar lights above the dome a bit. --- Or the bar lights can be mounted to the ceiling of the tent and adjust the intensity (28W at max). - [20:16]: Checked on the clones and #3 (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Growth is looking good! --- Clones are continuing to recover from the transplant shock. --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [20:19]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#1 pheno - top cutting). --- She weighed 298.1g --- It’s been 2 days since the last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g so not going to water today. - [20:22]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 03 - Wednesday - 06/19/24 - Total Days: 114 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 82.4°F [28.0°C] - Humidity: 75.9% - VPD: 0.89 kPa - Soil %: [48, 44, 32, 26] ----------------------------------- - [22:33]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Wow! The garden looks absolutely beautiful! --- All phenos are growing perky and looking great! - [22:38]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 45% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 43% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 23% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- #1 is really getting tall! She has already stretched and is just under the light! - [22:48]: Raised the light up a bit more. --- Did not adjust the fans. - [22:53]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the grow light. ------ Increased the MAX from 3 to 4 --- The FC-6500 is now utilizing around 326.5W (at intensity 4 out of 10). --- Will take PPFD readings tomorrow. --- Wow! Can already see bud sites developing! - [23:08]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw. - [22:20]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Great! Can already see roots bursting out of #1! --- Will check the rest of the clones and up-pot tomorrow. --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [23:22]: Checked on the clones and #3 (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Aye! Looking great! --- The clones are clearly showing signs of stress, but still growing! --- #3’s top has signs of flowering, but that should hopefully revert soon. The rest of her tops still look like they are vegging. --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [23:25]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#4 pheno). --- She weighed 288.5g --- It’s been 3 days since the last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g so not going to water today. - [23:28]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Plan to take the weekly height measurements along with a PPFD check. Day 04 - Thursday - 06/20/24 - Total Days: 115 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 82.4°F [28.0°C] - Humidity: 75.6% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [42, 42, 31, 37] ----------------------------------- - [17:00]: Evening check on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Refreshed the air by lifting the top off for a bit. --- The clones look pretty good! #1 has signs of yellowing, but roots are bursting out! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [17:02]: Checked on the clones and #3 (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Growth is looking great! --- Clones are still recovering while #3 transitions back into veg. --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth with distilled water. - [17:08]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#1 pheno - top cutting). --- She weighed 259.2g --- It’s been 4 days since the last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g so not going to water today. --- Time to transplant the rooted cuttings! - [17:16]: Took the #1 rooted clone and placed her into a solo cup partially filled with BuildASoil 3.0 potting soil (cup also has holes for drainage). - [17:20]: Inoculated the roots with some Great White mycorrhizae. ------ Sprinkled about an 1/16tsp of Great White --- Made sure to coat the roots as evenly as possible. - [17:22]: Gently filled the solo cup around the clone with more soil. --- Gently patted down the top soil a bit. - [17:23]: Added some BuildASoil Organic Barley Straw to the top. --- Broke up the straw mulch up a bit to help cover the top soil. - [17:28]: Placed the planted (and marked) clone onto the 3x3 veg tent's floor. --- The solo cup was also place on top of a drip try. --- Also covered the clone with a humidity dome (sprayed with distilled water). Vents are fully closed. --- Since the dome was not tall enough, stacked it on top of 4 solo cups. - [17:44]: Repeated this process for the original #2 pheno. --- There were no roots on the #2 cutting but that’s okay (only been under the dome for 5 days). --- Time to water! - [17:52]: Filled a measuring cup with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/32tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/16tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- Starting with #1, - [17:59]: Took the dry weight for the cup. --- She weighed 278.9g --- While on the scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [18:01]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed ~325g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed the cup back into the tent and under her dome. - [18:07]: Poured the rest of the solution into a clear solo cup. --- Took the #2 cutting (from the propagation dome) and dunked the Coco Coin into the solution for 5-10 seconds. --- Shook off the excess water before returning her to the propagation dome. - [19:13]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden growing along just incredibly well! --- There still seems to be some leaf damage in EB1, but the overall growth is better than anything I’ve grown so far! --- Wow! - [19:17]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 42% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 42% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:33]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 632 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 27.30 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 485 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 20.95 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 232 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 10.15 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 620 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 26.78 mol/m²/d - [19:44]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 38" tall. --- #2 was about 27.5" tall. --- #3 was about 13" tall. --- #4 was about 35" tall. --- #1 was about 5.5" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 15" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 14.5" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 10.5" away from the grow light. - [20:00]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Decided to take a cutting off of the original #1 pheno! --- Here goes nothing! - [20:10]: Filled a measuring cup with a cup of distilled water. ------ Added 1/8tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a solo cup. - [20:13]: Using a pair of trimmers, --- Cleaned the bottom of each cutting a bit and placed them into the solo cup. - [20:19]: Clipped a total of 3 cuttings! --- Placed the cup onto the 3x3’s floor. --- Plan to change the water out tomorrow! Day 05 - Friday - 06/21/24 - Total Days: 116 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 83.0°F [28.3°C] - Humidity: 76.3% - VPD: 0.90 kPa - Soil %: [38, 40, 30, 30] ----------------------------------- - [21:18]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is continuing to explode! --- Top growth is really stretching! - [21:27]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 37% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 40% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 26% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [21:41]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/8tsp of Recharge --- Mixed the solution before pouring it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:01]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- #2 is looking great! --- Growth is still looking pretty green! - [22:03]: Checked on the clones (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Ooo yea! Growth all around looks great! --- Completely surprised how many cuttings rooted! --- I only need one healthy plant per pheno (6 in total). This is looking like a very good possibility, I’ll be able to! --- The grow cycle will be a clone run, but still deciding on what and how I am growing. --- Really digging the healthy growth with #4 (my first solo cup and one of my first fabric pot grow) so might swap out the EarthBoxes and run fabric pots. --- Most likely, I’ll continue to run the EarthBoxes. Similarly, will also run a fabric pot or two. --- Have plenty of time before the next cycle so not in any hurry to decide. --- Just hyped with how well this grow is going! - [22:12]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (GGC2024 - #1 pheno). --- She weighed 268.2g --- It’s been 5 days since her last watering --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g so not going to water today. - [22:19]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 06 - Saturday - 06/22/24 - Total Days: 117 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 83.6°F [28.7°C] - Humidity: 76.2% - VPD: 0.91 kPa - Soil %: [35, 39, 30, 37] ----------------------------------- - [20:12]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Wow the garden looks great! --- #1 is just stretching! --- She is already getting really close to the light. Again! --- Also bud sites are just sprouting with hairs! --- Hyped! - [20:16]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 34% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 39% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 29% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 36% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [20:21]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth is still green! - [20:23]: Checked on the clones (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Nice! Growth is still looking pretty healthy! --- There are a few burn leaves, but wow! --- Wow! Can already clearly see noticeable height differences. --- Some of the these ladies are beginning to stretch upwards with new growth! --- Stoked! - [20:25]: Decide to remove the humidity domes from the recently planted clones (#1 and the original #2 phenos). --- Not really a proper hardening off, but better than nothing. --- Plus most of the clones in the tent were not hardened off and are growing just fine. --- Also been keeping the environment in the 3x3 at a low VPD (~0.8) so humidity has been pretty high (~78%). --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth in the propagation dome with distilled water. --- Also misted the top growth on the floor. - [20:33]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (GGC2024 - #1 pheno). --- She weighed 255.9g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g so not going to water today. - [20:34]: Took another #1 pheno’s weight (top cut). --- She weighed 225.4g --- Checked the rest of the clones and they did not need watering quite yet. --- Nice! Time to water! - [20:47]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. - [20:54]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:58]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 325.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Surprisingly almost had to use all of the solution. --- Going to also plant the original #1 cuttings! --- Let’s go! - [21:19]: Time to begin the rooting process! --- Filled a measuring cup with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution thoroughly. - [21:25]: Dropped 3 Coco Coin into the measuring cup. --- The coins immediately started to expand. --- [~10 minutes later] --- Took a Coco Coin and slightly shook enough moisture out so it wasn’t dripping, yet still pretty saturated. --- Temporarily set the Coco Coin in a half-cut solo cup. - [21:38]: Using a squeeze bottle filled with Clonex, --- Gently filled the pre-made hole with Clonex rooting gel. - [21:41]: Time to start planting the original #1 cuttings! --- Using a pair of clean trimmers, made a 45° cut through the bottom node. --- Then stripped away and scared some of the stem’s outer membrane before planting. --- Made sure the node was at least a good 1" below the surface of the coco. - [21:47]: Once the cutting was planted, placed her into the propagation dome. --- Had to move the #2 cutting (only have one cut of this pheno). --- Tried to keep the cuttings in the center row (in between the bar lights). --- Made sure to mark the spot where the cutting was placed (OG #1). --- Also wiped the trimmers with isopropyl alcohol in between cuttings. - [21:59]: Repeated this process until all 3 cuttings were cut, planted, and in the tray. --- While moving the #2 cutting, noticed that she rooted! --- Time to transplant the rooted cuttings! - [22:20]: Took the #2 rooted clone and inoculated her roots with some Great White mycorrhizae. ------ Sprinkled about an 1/16tsp of Great White --- Made sure to coat the roots as evenly as possible. --- Placed her into a solo cup partially filled with BuildASoil 3.0 potting soil (cup also has holes for drainage). - [22:23]: Gently filled the solo cup around the clone with more soil. --- Gently patted down and evened out the top soil a bit. --- Added some BuildASoil Organic Barley Straw to the top. --- Broke the straw up a bit to help cover the top soil. - [22:30]: Placed the planted clone onto the 3x3 veg tent's floor. --- The solo cup was also place on top of a drip tray and misted with distilled water. --- Okay! Time to water! - [22:36]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. - [22:41]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:44]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 324.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed the cup back onto the tent’s floor. --- Also covered the clone with a humidity dome (sprayed with distilled water). Vents are fully closed. --- Similar to last time, using 4 clear solo cups as height boosters for the dome. - [22:46]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Wow what a day! Did a lot more planting than I was expecting. Nice! --- Also, the warm Cali summer weather is starting to ramp up in my local area! The grow room is starting to get hot and humid once more. Anyways, --- Keep on growing Ensign! --- Maximum warp! Engage! Day 07 - Sunday - 06/23/24 - Total Days: 118 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.3°F [29.1°C] - Humidity: 76.5% - VPD: 0.93 kPa - Soil %: [32, 38, 29, 29] ----------------------------------- - [19:15]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Ooo yea! The garden is looking insanely well! --- It’s almost like I know what I’m doing! Almost. --- Bud sites are continuing to sprout hairs! --- These ladies are flowering! --- Growth can always be better, but wow! Never gets old. --- Really has been the best grow cycle so far. - [19:20]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 38% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 29% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:32]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Looking good girls! --- Wow growth looks green and happy! --- Checked on the clones (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Veg tent is growing along surprisingly smooth and looking great! --- #3 is clearly showing signs of flowering. So I guess she will need to go through a full re-veg period. --- She should begin to re-veg within 2-3 weeks. I think. --- Similar to toping or FIMing, each flowering top will eventually split off into multiple vegging tops. --- As this is my first time, I’m not sure how long this will really take, but here goes nothing! Just keep on growing! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth in the propagation dome with distilled water. --- Also misted the top growth on the floor. - [19:40]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (GGC2024 - #1 pheno). --- She weighed 244.1g --- It’s been 7 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g so not going to water today. --- Checked the rest of the clones which didn’t need watering. --- Although, most likely will be watering a few tomorrow. - [19:46]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Done! What a week! --- As the ladies in the main 4x4 finish up stretching (I hope), another week of flower done! --- Also can’t believe how well the growth has been in the 3x3 veg tent. Really did not expect the cloning to go so well. Almost wish I just took one cutting from each pheno. Almost! Cloning is too much fun! --- Getting a bit concerned about the heat, but gonna keep on growing! --- Anyways, onwards to next week! [END OF WEEK 16|09]

Introduction - Week 17|10 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9494.73, Garden is really starting to get a bit out of control. Ahhhh yea! Great week of growing! This is the 3rd week under 12/12 but the first week of flower after the 2-week stretch. Growth has been explosive to say the least. Buds also are developing quite nicely! Been overly stoked on #4’s growth, but all phenos have been growing surprisingly well! Been watering the clones and am stoked that a lot of them are going to make it! I may actually now have too many now… Oops! Onwards to next week! [START OF WEEK 17|10] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 17|10 - Full Bloom Wk1 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 17|10 - Full Bloom Wk1 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 10 - Re-Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 09 - Full Bloom Wk1 06/24/24 → 06/30/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~25 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~579 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.1 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 19:00 - 07:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 25.57 mol/m²/d PPFD: 592 μmol/m²/s VPD: 0.97 kPa Soil %: [30.7, 36.9, 35.1, 30.7] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 06/24/24 - Total Days: 119 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.3°F [29.6°C] - Humidity: 77.3% - VPD: 0.93 kPa - Soil %: [30, 38, 29, 25] ----------------------------------- - [21:09]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Wow! The garden is looking like a jungle! --- #1 is getting too close to the light again. - [21:12]: Raised the light up a bit more. --- Left enough room so I can still raise the light up a bit more. --- Running out of vertical space! --- Before the next cycle, plan to move the exhaust fan and carbon filter outside the tent. - [21:14]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 30% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 37% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 28% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 22% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Going to be a night of watering! --- Before watering, --- Time for another round of defoliation! - [21:15]: Using a pair of trimmers, --- Gently removed more fan leaves. --- Mainly focused on #1 and removed only damaged leaves. --- Placed the trimmings onto the top mulch of both EarthBoxes. --- With the exception of #4, defoliated all plants. --- Okay! Time to water! - [21:40]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:53]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- The health of #4 has continued to impress me! --- Bud sites are clearly starting to swell up with bud growth! --- As much as I like growing in EarthBoxes, really considering a 5 and 7-gallon fabric pot grow for the next cycle. - [22:03]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Ooo yea! Cutting are looking green and perky! --- Also checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- All plants are growing along nicely! - [22:04]: Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth in the propagation dome with distilled water. --- Also misted the top growth on the floor. --- Misted the humidity dome. - [22:09]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (GGC2024 - #1 pheno). --- She weighed 230.4g --- It’s been 8 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! - [22:20]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/4tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a spray bottle. - [22:28]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:35]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 325.2g --- Also marked the watering date on the side of the cup. This way I can keep track of how many days the dry-backs take. --- Placed #1 back into the tent. - [23:10]: Repeated this process for the rest of the clones that needed watering. --- Found and watered two more phenos (#4 and OG#2). --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g --- As I was weighing, did find a few clones that will probably need watering tomorrow (~240g). --- So far so good. Don’t frack this up Ensign! --- Anyways, - [23:12]: Poured the remaining wetting solution into a measuring cup (~3cups). ------ Added distilled water until the solution was an even 4 cups. --- Poured the solution straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the straw mulch of #3 with the solution. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:24]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 02 - Tuesday - 06/25/24 - Total Days: 120 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.4°F [29.7°C] - Humidity: 77.6% - VPD: 0.92 kPa - Soil %: [30, 37, 39, 35] ----------------------------------- - [11:57]: Decided to start increasing the VPD in the 4x4 flower tent. --- Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Increased the VPD target value from 1.0kPa to 1.1kPa --- The higher VPD level should decrease the relative humidity within the tent. --- Will continue to increase the levels of the next few weeks. - [19:35]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is starting to bloom! --- #4 and #1 are looking incredible! Even #2 is looking good! --- The stretch has seemed to slowed and bud growth is starting to swell! - [19:37]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a tiny bit of water. - [19:39]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 30% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 37% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 38% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:41]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:45]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Clones are still looking green! --- Also checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Growth is looking great! --- #3 is continuing to re-veg and is growing along nicely! - [19:48]: Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth in the propagation dome with distilled water. --- Also misted the top growth on the floor. --- Misted the humidity dome. - [19:53]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#1 pheno - top cutting). --- Wow! She’s a beauty! --- She weighed 232.7g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! - [20:07]: Filled a pitcher with 3 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/8tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/8tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/8tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a spray bottle. - [20:15]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:21]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 326.2g --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed #1 back into the tent. - [20:32]: Repeated this process for the rest of the cups and watered as needed. --- Found and watered two more phenos (#4 and OG#2). --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g - [20:47]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 03 - Wednesday - 06/26/24 - Total Days: 121 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.6°F [29.2°C] - Humidity: 76.2% - VPD: 0.95 kPa - Soil %: [31, 37, 37, 26] ----------------------------------- - [22:13]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Ooo yea! The garden is looking great! --- Haven’t trained at all this grow. The canopy is just full. --- #4 is just crushing it in the corner - [22:16]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a tiny bit of water. - [22:17]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 37% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 22% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [22:21]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:31]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:43]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth is still green and looking happy! --- Also checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Wow! Looking great ladies! --- Growth is vegging along. --- Guess the cloning has been a success! - [22:48]: Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth in the propagation dome with distilled water. --- Also misted the top growth on the floor. --- Did not mist #3 and only sprayed the clones. - [22:52]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (an original #1 pheno). --- She weighed 228.7g --- It’s been 10 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Checked the rest of the clones which seemed okay. --- Time to water! - [23:02]: Filled a measuring cup with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/32tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/16tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a spray bottle. - [23:11]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:17]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 325.7g --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [23:18]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Glad that the clones are all going to make it! --- Oh, plan to film and shoot the 2nd submission video and photos for the GGC2024! --- Hyped! Day 04 - Thursday - 06/27/24 - Total Days: 122 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.6°F [29.2°C] - Humidity: 75.1% - VPD: 0.99 kPa - Soil %: [31, 37, 36, 36] ----------------------------------- - [17:09]: Evening check on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Refreshed the air by lifting the top off for a bit. --- Growth is looking green and growth is looking healthy! --- Also checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Ladies are vegging along quite nicely! - [17:11]: Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth in the propagation dome with distilled water. --- Also misted the top growth on the floor. - [17:36]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#1 pheno - top cutting). --- She weighed 241.1g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Don't need to water quite yet but will tomorrow. --- Weighed the rest of the clones which were also okay. - [18:00]: Okay! Back to the GGC2024! --- Time to film my second submission. --- Will also need to take 4-5 photos. --- The video and photos are 'to prove your seedling or cutting was born or took root between June 3rd and June 30th.' --- This all has to be submitted by the 30th. - [18:05]: Done! --- It’s been 11 days since the rooted clone was planted into the solo cup. --- 21 days since the soaked cutting was planted into the Coco Coin. --- 23 days since the cutting was taken from #1 --- Stoked that she has fully rooted and has started growing. --- Wow! --- Will start training soon. Plan to do a simple bend and flip in a week or so. - [19:34]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Wow! Bud growth is looking great! --- Also slight terpy odors are definitely present. - [17:36]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a tiny puddle of water. - [19:38]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:42]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. --- Ooo yea! --- Noticing a bit of funk in the air! --- The ladies are definitely starting to terp out! - [19:59]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 592 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 25.57 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 580 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 25.06 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 272 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 11.75 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 583 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 25.19 mol/m²/d - [20:07]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 44" tall. --- #2 was about 37.75" tall. --- #3 was about 14.5" tall. --- #4 was about 41" tall. --- #1 was about 4.25" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 10" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 12.5" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 8" away from the grow light. --- Going to do a bit of training on the GGC2024 clone. - [20:25]: Using some garden wire and binder clips, --- Gently wrapped and secured a wire around the base of the plant. --- Then I gently bent the main stalk over and secured it down with another piece of garden wire. --- Done! --- Sprayed the clone’s top growth with some distilled water. - [20:36]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 05 - Friday - 06/28/24 - Total Days: 123 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 83.9°F [28.8°C] - Humidity: 74.8% - VPD: 0.98 kPa - Soil %: [31, 36, 36, 27] ----------------------------------- - [22:20]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Aside from the heat, the garden is looking great! --- Starting to see signs of leaf damage. Possibly heat stress? If so, can’t do much so just going to grow on. --- Bud growth is looking great! - [22:23]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a little water. - [22:26]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 – Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 23% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [22:33]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:48]: Filled a measuring cup with 5 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/16tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] --- Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/4tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Added 1/4tsp of BuildABloom --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [23:07]: Misted the straw mulch of #4 with the solution. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Completely hyped about the healthy growth! - [23:19]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Looking good! Starting to see some leaf damage, but overall growth looks pretty happy! --- Also checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Wow! Growth is vegging along absolutely beautifully! --- The GGC2024 plant has already turned upwards towards the light. --- Stoked! - [23:22]: Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth in the propagation dome with distilled water. --- Also misted the clone’s top growth on the floor. - [23:27]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#1 pheno - top cutting). --- She weighed 208.4g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- Weighed the rest of the clones and found 4 more that need watering. --- Let’s go! - [23:37]: Filled a pitcher with 4 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/8tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/8tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Added 1/8tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a spray bottle. - [23:46]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:53]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 326g --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [+00:25]: Repeated this process for the rest of the cups. --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g - [+00:28]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 06 - Saturday - 06/29/24 - Total Days: 124 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.2°F [29.0°C] - Humidity: 74.8% - VPD: 0.99 kPa - Soil %: [31, 36, 35, 36] ----------------------------------- - [08:27]: Quick morning check on the 3x3 veg tent! --- Looking great ladies! --- #3 is still green and growth is continuing to re-veg. - [19:53]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is growing along nicely! --- Wow! #4 is the best pheno in the tent! Mainly because of the fabric pot, I think. --- Buds are just exploding with hairs! - [19:57]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [20:00]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [20:05]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [20:21]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Growth for the most part is looking pretty good! Can see a bit of chlorosis starting to form on the leaves, but they still look okay. --- Also checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Ooo yea! All growth is perky and looking incredible! - [20:17]: Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth in the propagation dome with distilled water. --- Also misted the top growth on the floor. - [20:30]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#1 pheno - top cutting). --- She weighed 280.6g --- It’s been a day since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Don't need to water yet. --- Weighed the rest of the clones which were also okay. - [20:34]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 07 - Sunday - 06/30/24 - Total Days: 125 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 83.6°F [28.7°C] - Humidity: 74.0% - VPD: 1.00 kPa - Soil %: [31, 37, 34, 30] ----------------------------------- - [19:04]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is growing along nicely! --- #4 is swelling up with bud growth! --- Still some leaf damage for the ones in the EarthBoxes, but compare to my previous cycles, extremely stoked! --- Growth can always be better, but it can also always be worse. - [19:05]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a little water. - [19:06]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 31% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 25% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Not going to bottom water today. --- Time to water #4! - [19:33]: Filled a pump sprayer with 6 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Going to also water the top soil for both EarthBoxes. - [19:33]: Filled a pump sprayer with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto the straw mulch. --- Wow! --- Buds are swelling up! --- Getting hyped! - [19:39]: Checked on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- To refresh the air, lifted the top off for a bit. --- Lower growth is looking a bit gnarly (plucked off a dying leaf). --- Checked for roots, --- Wow! She popped! --- Roots are just bursting out! --- Placed her back into the tray for now. Will be planting all 3 tonight! --- Checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Looking good ladies! --- #3 is looking good! She’ll probably re-vegging for another week or two, but growth is still looking green! - [19:42]: Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth in the propagation dome with distilled water. --- Also misted the top growth on the floor. - [19:49]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (GGC2024 - #1 pheno). --- She weighed 268.8g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Don't need to water yet. --- Weighed the rest of the clones which were also okay. --- The #1 pheno has been in the solo cup for a good 14 days. --- Growth is looking happy and she has straightened out and is growing upwards! --- Flipping to flower! - [19:53]: Placed the GGC2024 pheno into on the grow tent’s floor. --- I’m just stoked that she is looking healthy! --- Don’t frack this up Ensign! - [19:58]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#1 pheno - top cutting). --- She weighed 225.2g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- Checked the rest of the clones and they all seemed okay. - [20:07]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. - [20:12]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:18]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 327g --- There was no runoff. --- Time to transplant more clones! --- Planting all 3 of the original #1 rooted cuttings. --- Placed the first one into a solo cup partially filled with BuildASoil 3.0 potting soil (cup also has holes for drainage). --- Made sure the solo cup had enough room for more soil. - [20:37]: Inoculated the roots with some Great White mycorrhizae. ------ Sprinkled about an 1/8tsp of Great White --- Made sure to coat the roots as evenly as possible. - [20:40]: Gently filled the solo cup around the clone with more soil. --- Gently even and patted down the top soil a bit. - [20:42]: Added some BuildASoil Organic Barley Straw to the top. --- Broke the straw mulch up a bit to help cover the top soil. - [20:46]: Placed the planted clone into the 3x3 veg tent's floor. --- The solo cup was also place on top of a drip tray. --- Misted the top growth with some distilled water. - [21:08]: Repeated this process until all 3 cuttings were planted. --- Did not have any more drip trays so they were placed on the floor. --- Time to water! - [21:11]: Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/16tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/8tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- Starting with an original #1 pheno, - [21:17]: Took the dry weight for the cup. --- She weighed 291.4g --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:20]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed ~330.3g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed the cup back into the tent. - [21:23]: Repeated this process until all cuttings were watered. --- Won’t be taking clones for a few months so turned the bar lights off for propagation dome. Will clean and air dry later (the dome and tray, not the lights). --- The cloning process is officially done! - [21:25]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. - [22:11]: Decided to use humidity domes. --- Misted each dome before covering all 3 cuttings. --- Wow! The veg tent is looking incredible! --- Really did not expect the cloning process to have a 100% success rate! --- Steady as she grows Ensign! [END OF WEEK 17|10]

Introduction - Week 18|11 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9513.85, Another great week of growing! Transplanted some clones into fabric pots and am starting to re-think the next grow cycle. After this harvest, going to retire the EarthBoxes and am going to do a complete fabric pot cycle! Still completely surprised that all 13 clones rooted! Had way too many clones! Gifted a handful away but still have a few remain extras (may have to cull them). Wow it’s been getting hot in the grow lung room! Dimmed the light down a bit to reduce the heat. I think heat is more damaging then lowering the PPFD levels. Also did another round of defoliation. Steady as she grows! [START OF WEEK 18|11] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 18|11 - Full Bloom Wk2 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 18|11 - Full Bloom Wk2 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 11 - Re-Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 10 - Full Bloom Wk2 07/01/24 → 07/07/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~25 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~579 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 19:00 - 07:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 25.01 mol/m²/d PPFD: 579 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.08 kPa Soil %: [32.6, 36.7, 32.6, 34.3] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 07/01/24 - Total Days: 126 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.1°F [28.9°C] - Humidity: 74.6% - VPD: 1.00 kPa - Soil %: [32, 40, 33, 37] ----------------------------------- - [20:58]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is looking incredible! --- The growth on #4 is just perfect! By far the healthiest plant I’ve grown at this stage of growth. Don’t frack it up Ensign. --- Bud sites all around are looking quite nice as growth continues to be redirected to bud development. - [21:03]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:09]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 39% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [21:13]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. --- The GGC2004 is looking pretty happy! This is the first week under 12/12 lighting. So far so good. - [21:20]: Checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Looking good ladies! --- #3 is continuing to re-veg, --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth on the floor. - [21:32]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (a #4 pheno). --- She weighed 225.2g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- Weighed the rest of the clones and found quite a few more that need watering. --- Wow! Let’s go! - [22:02]: Filled a measuring cup with 4 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/8tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/8tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Added 1/8tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a spray bottle. - [22:09]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:15]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 325.2g --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [23:17]: Repeated this process for the rest of the cups that needed watering. --- Found and watered 7 more phenos (#1, OG #1, three OG #2, and two #4). --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g - [23:23]: Decided to group the 3 newly planted clones (OG #). --- Now all three of them are under the same dome (vents still fully closed). - [23:24]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 243.5g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch with the wetting solution. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:33]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 336.6g --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [23:37]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 02 - Tuesday - 07/02/24 - Total Days: 127 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 83.6°F [28.7°C] - Humidity: 74.3% - VPD: 0.99 kPa - Soil %: [32, 38, 33, 32] ----------------------------------- - [16:01]: Evening check on the clones and #3. --- Growing along quite nicely! --- Clones are looking great! --- The newly planted clones under the dome are also looking happier! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the all the clone’s top growth. --- Also sprayed the humidity dome. Vents are now fully open. - [16:09]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#1 pheno - top cutting). --- She weighed 221.1g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- Weighed the rest of the clones which did not need water. - [16:17]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 39% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Okay! Before the watering, --- Time to transplant! --- I want to transplant two more phenos, but currently don’t have enough soil. --- Have more BuildASoil 3.0 soil on the way. --- Since I can only transplant one clone, the #1 (top cut) is the priority. - [16:21]: Placed an AC Infinity 5-gallon fabric pot on the floor. ------ Poured a combination of excess soil (old BuildASoil Light, Oly Mountain, and some 3.0 Blend). --- This filled the pot. --- Ooo yea! Have more soil than I thought. --- Mixed the soil up a bit. --- Should be enough for two! - [16:42]: Filled a second 5-gallon fabric pot about halfway with the old (but unused) soil. --- The second transplant will be a #4 pheno. - [17:04]: Time to add the fresh BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Placed solo cups (covered in plastic wrap) into the center of each pot. ------ Poured in some fresh BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Filled the fabric pot until the top of the solo cup was just about fully covered. --- Flattened and gently pressed around the sides of the top soil. --- The fresh 3.0 soil (un-opened bag), felt nice and moist. Perfect! - [17:08]: Gently removed the solo cup from the fabric pot leaving a perfect hole. ------ Sprinkled 1/4tsp of Great White, --- Dusted the sides of each hole. --- Also sprinkled a bit around the top soil. --- Great! Time to transplant! --- It’s been a day since #1’s last watering. - [17:14]: Gently flipped #1 upside-down which dropped straight out of her cup. --- Wow! Roots look nice and white! --- There is a bit of browning on the corners where the roots have air pruned, --- Did not break the root ball. --- Gently placed her into the pre-inoculated hole. - [17:15]: Pressed and evened out the top soil. --- Time for the #4 pheno! - [17:14]: Gently flipped her upside-down which dropped straight out of her cup. --- White roots! Very nice! --- Did not break the root ball. --- Gently placed her into the pre-inoculated hole. - [17:15]: Pressed and evened out the top soil. --- I don’t have enough Ecowitt meters. --- Need to get more. --- Also, don’t have enough straw for a mulch covering. --- More on the way along with the soil. - [17:34]: Placed both back into the tent. --- Re-arranged the tent a bit. --- Now have 3 extra clones! Plan to give these away soon. --- Going to give 4 cups of wetting solution to each pot for the initial transplant watering. - [17:47]: Filled a pitcher with 8 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/16tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Added 1/2tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured 4 cups straight into a pump sprayer. - [18:04]: Misted #1’s top soil with the wetting solution. --- Took my time and tried to go as evenly as possible. --- Was planning on transplanting more, but don’t have enough soil. --- Still waiting on the resupply from BuildASoil! - [17:19]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- The phenos in the EarthBoxes are looking pretty good! There seems to be some leaf stress (heat or light stress, or most likely root issues), but bud growth is continuing to swell up! --- #4 is now dominating! Growth is looking insanely healthy! Wow! --- Also the GGC2024 clone is looking nice and perky! - [19:22]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:31]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Did not water EB2. - [19:40]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [19:57]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- [*smokes a bowl] --- I’m not sure what is wrong with the plants growing in the EarthBoxes, but growth is still impressive! --- #4 is crushing it in the fabric pot! --- So far, based on the health and ease, this may be the last cycle using EarthBoxes. At least until I get better at growing. --- Plan to re-use the soil, but will be growing in fabric pots (5-gallon and/or 7-gallon). --- Just trying to dynamically plan as I go along (basically just winging it). --- Also since I’m gradually transitioning into a perpetual grow style, these grow logs are going to start overlapping and will be covering two cycles. --- The next log will cover the girls in the veg tent as they flip into flower. It will also cover the cloning and veg stages for the next cycle (maybe even some seed popping). --- Plan to eventually expand the logs to cover 8 soil meters soon (4 for each tent). Day 03 - Wednesday - 07/03/24 - Total Days: 128 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 83.6°F [28.7°C] - Humidity: 74.6% - VPD: 0.98 kPa - Soil %: [32, 37, 28, 36] ----------------------------------- - [19:26]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is looking pretty good! --- #4 is looking great! There does seem to be a bit of leaf damage beginning to develop. --- The phenos in the EarthBoxes are looking perky, but the leaves are getting crispy. --- Hmm. Since I am also starting to see this on #4 (on a couple of upper fan leaves), I think this might be heat and or light damage? --- Since I cannot cool this tent down, just going to grow on. The summer cycles are always rough. --- The GGC2024 plant is looking happy and growth is still green! - [19:28]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. --- Changed the battery for the #3 soil sensor. - [19:38]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 28% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- To help with temps decided to dim the light a bit. - [19:39]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the grow light. ------ Decreased the MAX from 4 to 3 --- The FC-6500 is now utilizing around 204.4W (at intensity 2 out of 10). --- Will take PPFD readings tomorrow. --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Increased the VPD target value from 1.1kPa to 1.2kPa --- Will adjust these levels later as needed. - [19:28]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Did not water EB2. - [20:01]: Checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Growth is looking good! --- #3 is getting a bit droopy, but growth is vegging along. I think. --- Wow! The recently transplanted clones in the 5-gallon fabric pots are looking happy and perky! --- Using a spray bottle, misted the top growth for some of the smaller clones. - [20:32]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- To help increase the VPD levels, going to adjust the exhaust fan. - [22:52]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Increased the Humidity’s HIGH trigger value from 81% to 73% --- Plan to defoliate and possibly water tomorrow. Day 04 - Thursday - 07/04/24 - Total Days: 129 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.0°F [28.9°C] - Humidity: 73.8% - VPD: 1.03 kPa - Soil %: [32, 36, 28, 29] ----------------------------------- - [19:19]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is looking nice and perky! --- Can still see signs of leaf stress, but bud growth is looking quite nice! --- Can’t control temps yet (need the AC Infinity’s new Terraform 7, but can’t afford), so just going to continue on. - [19:21]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:23]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 28% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 26% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:36]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. --- Time to defoliate! - [19:43]: Using my fingers along with trimmers, --- Gently removed the damaged leaves from the phenos in both EarthBoxes. --- Also removed a few leaves from #4. Mainly the larger ones that were blocking lower bud sites. - [20:43]: While defoliating, also re-arrange the plant layout. --- Now #4 is centered with the EarthBoxes to the sides. --- The GGC2024 plant is growing in corner now. --- Wow! The garden looks incredible! - [21:12]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 579 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 25.01 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 573 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 24.75 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 231 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 14.97 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 482 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 20.82 mol/m²/d - [21:18]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 45.25" tall. --- #2 was about 44.75" tall. --- #3 was about 15.25" tall. --- #4 was about 44" tall. --- #1 was about 3" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 3.5" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 12" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 6" away from the grow light. --- Time to water! --- Swapping out the Mycrobe Complete with Bio-Phos. - [21:48]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/16tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] --- Added 1/4tsp of Bio-Phos --- Added 1/4tsp of BuildABloom --- Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [22:01]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [22:03]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (GGC2024 - #1 pheno). --- She weighed 251g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- Also going to start feeding Bio-Phos. - [22:10]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural BuildABloom ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Bio-Phos --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. - [22:14]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:25]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 356.2g --- Also defoliated and cleaned up the lower growth. - [22:32]: Checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Growth is looking quite nice! --- The remaining clones are looking happy and perky! --- Recently gave away 5 of the 8 extra clones (thanks sis!). --- Not sure what to do with the rest. Will continue to keep and veg them in the cups. --- Using a spray bottle, misted the smaller clone’s top growth on the floor. - [22:38]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (original #2 pheno). --- She weighed 222.0g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- Weighed the rest of the clones which were okay. - [22:46]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Aloe ------ Added 1/32tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. - [22:51]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:57]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 331.2g --- There was no runoff. - [23:00]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 05 - Friday - 07/05/24 - Total Days: 130 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.7°F [29.3°C] - Humidity: 71.2% - VPD: 1.16 kPa - Soil %: [33, 36, 28, 36] ----------------------------------- - [21:25]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Wow! The garden is looking better than ever! --- Compared to my past grows during this stage of growth, I am utterly stoked on the health and growth of all phenos! - [21:27]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water, but was pretty much empty. - [21:45]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 1 cup of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:04]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:16]: Checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Looking quite nice ladies! --- Clones and up-potted phenos are growing along beautifully! --- #3 is getting a bit droopy, but growth is still looking green. --- Using a spray bottle, misted the clone’s top growth on the floor. - [22:27]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (#1 pheno - top cutting). --- She weighed 231.9g --- It’s been 13 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- Weighed the rest of the clones which were also okay. --- Ooo yea! - [22:41]: Received more soil and straw earlier today so time to transplant the original #2 pheno! --- Using some BuildASoil Organic Straw Mulch, ------ Covered the top of both #1 and #4 --- Tried to go as evenly and covered all of the top soil. - [23:11]: Placed an AC Infinity 5-gallon fabric pot on the floor. ------ Poured a combination of excess soil (old BuildASoil Light, Oly Mountain, and 3.0 Blend). --- This filled about half of the pot. --- Mixed the soil up a bit. - [23:30]: Time to add some fresh BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Placed an empty solo cup into the center of the pot. ------ Poured in some BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Filled the fabric pot until the top of the solo cup was just about fully covered. --- Flattened and gently pressed around the sides of the top soil. - [23:32]: Gently removed the solo cup from the fabric pot leaving a perfect hole. ------ Sprinkled 1/4tsp of Great White, --- Dusted the sides of the hole. --- Also sprinkled a bit around the top soil. --- Great! Time to transplant! --- It’s been a day since her last watering so hopefully the soil is not too dry. - [23:35]: Gently flipped the original #2 pheno upside-down which easily dropped straight out of her cup. --- Roots look white and healthy! --- Some minor root pruning, but can see solid fish-boning and white hairy root growth! --- Did not break the root ball up or anything. --- Gently placed her into the pre-inoculated hole. - [23:38]: Pressed and evened out the top soil. --- Covered the top soil with some BuildASoil Organic Straw Mulch --- Placed her back into the tent. --- Time to water! Let’s go!! - [+00:04]: Filled a pitcher with 8 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/16tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Aloe --- Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Added 1/2tsp of Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured 1/2 cup of the solution straight into a spray bottle. - [+00:13]: While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch for the original #1 clone. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [+00:20]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 327.1g --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [+00:25]: Poured 4 cups of the solution into a pump sprayer. --- Misted the straw mulch for the newly transplanted clone (original #2). --- With the rest of the solution, - [+00:36]: Added water until the solution was equal 5 cups. --- Mixed and poured the solution into a pump sprayer. - [+00:46]: Misted the straw mulch for #3. --- Also slightly watered the straw mulch for #1 and #4 in the fabric pots. --- Wow what a night! --- Humidifiers should be okay for a day. Will check and refill tomorrow. Day 06 - Saturday - 07/06/24 - Total Days: 131 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 86.7°F [30.4°C] - Humidity: 68.5% - VPD: 1.35 kPa - Soil %: [33, 35, 40, 38] ----------------------------------- - [21:42]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Looking great ladies! --- Leaf damage aside, growth is looking incredible! --- Buds are just covered in hairs! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking great! - [21:44]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. - [21:47]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 33% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [21:53]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:05]: Checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Girls are looking great! --- All around growth is healthy and happy! --- Don’t need to do anything today! Soil moisture levels look okay and the solo cups feel heavy. --- Still waiting on the new Ecowitt sensors, but growth is looking incredible! --- #3 is looking happy! New growth is looking a bit lime in color, but she seems to be vegging again. I think. - [22:17]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. - [22:33]: Another grow board wipe! --- Wow what a great 5 weeks of growing! --- [*smokes a bowl] --- Looking back over the weeks, --- Been going clone crazy! Can’t believe I got 100% rooting. Next time plan to take only one cutting (at most two) from each pheno. --- Also been growing in fabric pots and plan to retire the EarthBoxes after this cycle. Plan to re-use the soil so should have enough to fill a few 7-gallon grassroots fabric pots. Not looking forward to cleaning them. --- As far as the leaf damage in the 4x4 tent, still not completely sure what’s wrong. --- But compared to the vegging girls in the 3x3 tent, I think it has to either be heat or light stress. --- The PPFD levels are closer to veg (~455 μmol/m²/s), --- Since leaf damage is also present on #4, I’m pretty sure it has to be the heat. I think. Day 07 - Sunday - 07/07/24 - Total Days: 132 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.4°F [29.7°C] - Humidity: 73.4% - VPD: 1.08 kPa - Soil %: [34, 35, 38, 32] ----------------------------------- - [19:16]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Wow! Garden is looking great! --- #4 is looking happy! Growth is incredibly healthy! She still has a few leaves that are stressing, but that’s okay. --- Compared to the phenos growing in the EarthBoxes, #4 is just crushing it! - [19:17]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a bit of water. - [19:21]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 35% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 38% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:47]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Did not water EB2. - [19:55]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:09]: Took the total weight of one of the GGC2024 #1 pheno. --- She weighed 237g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:15]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 346.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:17]: Checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Looking great ladies! --- All around growth is looking nice and happy! - [20:21]: Took the total weight of one of the clones (an original #2 pheno). --- She weighed 226.2g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- Weighed the rest of the clones which did not need watering. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:29]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 325.7g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:32]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- Done! --- Wow what a week! --- Temps are definitely getting a bit toasty, but the grow continues on! --- Onwards to next week! [END OF WEEK 18|11]

Introduction - Week 19|12 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9532.98, What a week of growing! Temperature stress aside, growth has been looking pretty good! Wow it’s been hot lately and I’m not using AC (summer grows are always rough). Added 3 more Ecowitt soil sensors for the veg tent. Now can easily water as needed. Been dialing a watering routine for the 5-gallon pots. Did another round of defoliation. Also topped a solo cup clone. Overall pretty steady week of growth. [START OF WEEK 19|12] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 19|12 - Full Bloom Wk3 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 19|12 - Full Bloom Wk3 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 12 - Re-Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 11 - Full Bloom Wk3 07/08/24 → 07/14/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~20 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~463 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 19:00 - 07:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 21.43 mol/m²/d PPFD: 496 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.11 kPa Soil %: [50.3, 33.4, 35.6, 34.9] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 07/08/24 - Total Days: 133 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.9°F [29.4°C] - Humidity: 72.9% - VPD: 1.09 kPa - Soil %: [39, 34, 36, 35] ----------------------------------- - [21:48]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is looking incredible! --- Growth is still burnt, but bud growth is looking and smelling quite nice! --- #4 has taken over this grow and is looking absolutely beautiful! --- The rest of the phenos are showing signs of heat stress, but growing along. - [21:49]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir was dry but still had a tiny bit of water. - [22:04]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 41% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 32% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [22:11]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. --- Wow! The growth for the GGC2024 competition is looking great! - [22:31]: Checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Looking good girls! --- Growth is looking quite healthy and green! --- The clones are fully established in their fabric pots and are looking beautiful! --- #3 is greener and seems to be vegging with new growth! - [22:35]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 02 - Tuesday - 07/09/24 - Total Days: 134 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.7°F [29.3°C] - Humidity: 73.1% - VPD: 1.07 kPa - Soil %: [47, 34, 35, 30] ----------------------------------- - [16:32]: Evening check on the propagation dome (in the 3x3 veg tent), --- Ooo yea! Garden is looking great! --- All growth looks nice and green! --- Even #3 is looking perky! --- Nice! - [16:35]: Received more Ecowitt soil meters from BuildASoil! --- Time to add the new meters! --- Slowly turned on each meter one at a time (AA battery required) and kept track of the order. --- Placed the first meter into #1’s fabric pot. --- The second meter was placed into the original #2’s fabric pot. --- The third meter was placed into #4’s fabric pot. --- Place each sensor about 3 inches away from the main stalk of each plant just outside the transplant hole radius. - [16:55]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data. Updated the senor data accordingly: --- 49% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 26% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 17% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 26% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Based on the current moisture levels, going to be watering tonight! - [19:25]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Ooo yea! Garden is growing along nicely! --- Can’t do anything about the heat so just going to keep on growing! --- Bud growth is swelling and the terpenes are starting smell great! --- Stem rubs are giving off lemon candy profiles. Hyped! --- Keep on growing ladies! - [19:26]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had some water. - [19:38]: Filled a pitcher with 8 cups of distilled water. --- Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Added 1/8tsp of Bio-Phos --- Mixed the solution thoroughly. - [19:42]: Poured 5 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:54]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:07]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 252.4g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- Going to feed some Bio-Phos. - [20:14]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Bio-Phos --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:83]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 380.6g --- Went a little heavier on the watering this time, but she should be fine. --- To further train and bonsai the main stalk, added a few more binder clips and garden support wires (total dry weight for all wires and clips is now around 30g). --- There was no runoff. - [20:41]: Placed the GGC2024 plant back into the tent. --- Raised her up a bit by placing her on top of an upside-down 5-gallon bucket. - [20:53]: Back in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Time to water the clones in the fabric pots. - [21:00]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Filled the pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Filled the pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto the original #2’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Going to increase the VPD by a bit. - [21:36]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Increased the VPD target value from 1.2kPa to 1.3kPa --- Will adjust as needed, but this should help to drop the humidity a bit. - [21:40]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 03 - Wednesday - 07/10/24 - Total Days: 135 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.1°F [29.5°C] - Humidity: 72.9% - VPD: 1.10 kPa - Soil %: [53, 34, 34, 37] ----------------------------------- - [20:59]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Growth is still burnt, but looking great! --- Nice! The GGC2024 plant is looking beautiful! - [21:03]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a bit of water. - [21:05]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 53% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 31% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 34% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 41% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Did not bottom water. - [21:23]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Also decided to raise the GGC2024 plant up higher a bit. --- Placed an upside-down container under her drip tray. - [21:40]: Checked on the clones and #3 in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow! Growth looking great! --- Compared to the 4x4 tent, the growth in the 3x3 is significantly better! --- The environment is perfectly dialed in for veg whereas the 4x4 is struggling with high temps. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:52]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 04 - Thursday - 07/11/24 - Total Days: 136 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.4°F [29.7°C] - Humidity: 73.3% - VPD: 1.10 kPa - Soil %: [52, 33, 33, 39] ----------------------------------- - [19:17]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Looking good ladies! --- Burnt but looking good! - [19:19]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:24]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 51% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 38% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 31% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 37% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [19:28]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:34]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 266.4g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- Since she is flowering in such a small container, going to start feeding a bit of fish fertilizer. --- Going for a full feeding! Let’s go! - [19:58]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added half of 1/64tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of BuildABloom ------ Added 1/32tsp of: --------- Bio-Phos --------- Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:18]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 380.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed her back into the tent. --- Time for another round of defoliation! - [20:24]: Using my fingers along with a pair of cleaned trimmers, --- Gently removed some fan leaves. --- Mainly focused on the damaged ones. --- Also removed larger leaves that were covering bud growth. - [20:41]: Done! --- The canopy looks a lot better! --- There are still burnt leaves, but just going to keep on growing. - [20:54]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 496 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 21.43 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 490 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 21.17 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 304 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.70 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 424 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 18.32 mol/m²/d --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was around 245 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 10.58 mol/m²/d - [21:00]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 45.5" tall. --- #2 was about 45.5" tall. --- #3 was about 16.75" tall. --- #4 was about 44" tall. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 11" tall. --- #1 was about 2.5" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 2.5" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 10" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 5" away from the grow light. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 27" away from the grow light. - [21:17]: Checked on the clones and #3 in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Growing long very nice! --- All around growth is looking happy and green! --- #3 continuing to bush out with new growth from the re-veg! - [21:20]: Took the total weight of an original #2 pheno (extra one). --- She weighed 221.9g --- It’s been 4 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:30]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 337.0g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Wow she has stretched! --- Decided to top her. - [21:32]: Using a pair of clean trimmers, --- I cut the main stalk leaving a couple nodes. --- Could have easily cloned the topped piece, but there’s no room. Had to mulch it. --- Placed the extra original #2 pheno back into the tent. - [21:35]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 05 - Friday - 07/12/24 - Total Days: 137 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.2°F [29.6°C] - Humidity: 72.0% - VPD: 1.14 kPa - Soil %: [53, 33, 33, 33] ----------------------------------- - [21:40]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is burnt but looking beautiful! --- Buds are looking incredible! - [21:44]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:48]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 53% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 32% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 27% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 29% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [22:17]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. --- Going to give #4 a full bloom feeding! --- The ratios are scaled down from the BuildASoil Schedule for Flowering. --- Going to dilute the ratios a bit. - [22:31]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/16tsp of BuildABloom ------ Added 1/16tsp of Bio-Phos ------ Added 1/4tsp of Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] ------ Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [22:45]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [22:48]: Checked on the vegging clones and #3 in the 3x3 tent, --- Ah yea! Growing along beautifully my ladies! --- # 3 is vegging along and looking perky! --- If it weren’t for the plant count, I could easily flip these ladies into flower. --- But with a good 6-8 weeks before the next bloom cycle, have to think of a way to slow down the growth. --- Most likely will need to top these ladies soon. - [22:54]: Took the total weight of the #2 pheno. --- She weighed 234.6g --- It’s been 7 days since her last watering. --- Going for a general dry weight of around 235g before watering to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:03]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 326.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [23:10]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:23]: Filled the pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:38]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 06 - Saturday - 07/13/24 - Total Days: 138 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 87.5°F [30.8°C] - Humidity: 73.0% - VPD: 1.18 kPa - Soil %: [53, 33, 34, 38] ----------------------------------- - [20:58]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is looking absolutely beautiful! --- Can be better, but can always be worse. --- Overall, I’m stoked! - [21:01]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had some water. - [21:04]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 53% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 32% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 34% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 37% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [21:12]: Poured 5 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Did not water EB2. - [21:21]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking great ladies! --- Wow! Every ones is getting tall! --- #3 is staying squat, but wow she is bushing out! I am actually digging her growth morphology quite curious on the terpene profile, but will have to wait until the next cycle. - [21:27]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #3’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:45]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 231.2g --- It’s been 13 days since her first watering. --- Going for a general dry weight of 235g before watering to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:55]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 330.6g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [22:02]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. Day 07 - Sunday - 07/14/24 - Total Days: 139 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.2°F [29.6°C] - Humidity: 72.5% - VPD: 1.12 kPa - Soil %: [55, 33, 44, 32] ----------------------------------- - [19:07]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Ooo yea! Garden is looking great! --- #4 is dominating this grow! --- Getting extremely hyped for the next cycle! Going to be the Garlic Budder phenos all grown in 5 gallon pots. --- The GGC2024 plant is looking bonsaied out ant is blooming along nicely! Growth is also surprisingly healthy! Kind of funny, she’s actually the healthiest of the 6 flowering plants. --- Wow! #4’s buds are looking frosty! --- Anyways, - [19:12]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoir were completely dry! - [19:16]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 55% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 43% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 29% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 28% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Not going to bottom water today. - [19:28]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 235.9g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [19:58]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 395.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Defoliated some of the lower leaves. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. --- Raised her up a bit more a few inches by placing another container under the drip tray. - [20:57]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:25]: Checked on the clones and #3 on the floor, --- Wow the clones have just exploded! Getting a bit too tall. --- #3 is looking incredible! - [20:31]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 243.5g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Going for a general dry weight of 235g before watering to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:39]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 340.9g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:49]: Repeated this process for another original #1 pheno. --- The saturated weight was 340.6g - [20:57]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:14]: Repeated this process again for the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Done! --- Will check the humidifiers tomorrow. --- Wow what a grow week! --- Getting hyped on the growth in the veg tent! Ladies are just stretching! --- Plan to top each clone next week. [END OF WEEK 19|12]

Introduction - Week 20|13 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9552.10, Another hot grow week! Wow it’s been baking hot! Still pretty hot in the flower tent and leaves are starting to burn. Summer grows without AC are always brutal. Could be better but can always be worse. Just gonna keep on growing. In contrast, the hot temps have been perfect for the veg tent! Growth is looking green and happy! To help increase the distance between the canopy and the light, tried super-cropping for the first time. Hope I didn’t overdo it. But now the top canopy is a lot more even. Also topped the clones in the veg tent. They were getting way too close to the light. On the positive side, as soon as drying is done, I can immediately start the next round! Comparing the difference in growth between the two tents has been helpful with diagnosing. I'm pretty sure I'm just struggling with temperatures. Nothing I can do so no worries. Steady as she grows Ensign! [START OF WEEK 20|13] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 20|13 - Full Bloom Wk4 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 20|13 - Full Bloom Wk4 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 13 - Full Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 12 - Full Bloom Wk4 07/15/24 → 07/21/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~20 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~463 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 19:00 - 07:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 21.17 mol/m²/d PPFD: 490 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.18 kPa Soil %: [47.1, 31.6, 37.0, 34.0] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 07/15/24 - Total Days: 140 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.1°F [29.5°C] - Humidity: 72.3% - VPD: 1.12 kPa - Soil %: [50, 32, 39, 33] ----------------------------------- - [22:09]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Ooo yea! The garden is looking great! --- Despite the local heat wave, the growth is looking incredible! --- It is hot! But can’t do anything about it. --- Bud growth is looking good and frosty! --- Nice! The GGC2024 plant is green and looking surprisingly happy! - [22:14]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [22:42]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 52% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 40% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 33% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 29% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] - [22:47]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:57]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Growth is green and looking great! --- The height is starting to become an issue. --- Plan to top in a few days. --- #3 is looking nice and bushy! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [23:18]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Wow temps have been hot. Absolutely perfect conditions for vegging! Not so good for flowering. --- Heat aside, the growth for #4 in the fabric pot continues to impress. --- When using the Ecowitt soil sensors, top watering seems to be easier while giving more control. --- Also, since I plan to also go back to topdressing next cycle (Craft Blend + more), top watering makes more sense than bottom watering. --- Just stoked to try a full flower cycle in fabric pots! Day 02 - Tuesday - 07/16/24 - Total Days: 141 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.1°F [29.5°C] - Humidity: 72.1% - VPD: 1.12 kPa - Soil %: [51, 32, 40, 31] ----------------------------------- - [11:39]: Decided to adjust the 4x4 flower tent’s environment a bit more. --- Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Decreased the Humidity’s HIGH trigger value from 73% to 71% --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Increased the VPD target value from 1.3kPa to 1.4kPa - [20:20]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Wow it’s been hot! But looking good ladies! --- Overall growth is looking great! --- Still have signs of heat stress, but growing along nicely! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking green and bud growth is starting to swell up! - [20:22]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [20:24]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 50% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 27% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 28% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- Okay! Before watering, - [20:27]: Going to try super-cropping for the first time! Going to be applying this high-stress training technique on the 3 main flowering phenos. --- Using my fingers, I gently pinched the main stalk. I choose the location based on the general height of the overall canopy. --- I pinched around the whole stalk and gave the area a few vertical twists. --- Once the area was evenly softened, gently bent the stalk 90° in the desired direction. --- Repeated this process for each plant. --- Super-cropped a total of 6 branches, --- Mainly trying to remove apical dominance and even out the canopy. - [20:41]: Done! --- To help with healing and to give support for heavier bud weight, going to add garden yo-yos. --- Added one yo-yo to 4 of the branches super-cropped. --- Nice! The canopy is a whole lot more even! --- Will probably add more yo-yos later. --- Also will take new height and PPFD readings in a couple days. - [20:57]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:04]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:15]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 272.5g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:24]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 403.3g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Decided to add an Ecowitt meter to the cup. I had the extra sensor so might as well use it. --- This added about 64.4g to the overall dry weight (now there’s about 125g total of extra weight). --- The new saturated weight is 467.7g --- Plan to water again once the weight gets to around 475g. --- Hope I didn’t damage the roots too much. - [21:34]: Updated the sensor name in the App. --- Nice! Now I’ll be able to check the soil moisture to help with future solo cup waterings! Hyped! --- Placed her back into the tent. - [21:37]: Checked on the clones and #3 in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Wow! It’s a jungle! --- Growth has pretty much almost reached the light. --- Need to top these ladies soon. --- #3 is looking green and growth is looking like she’s back to full veg! As far as growth morphology, she has been the squattest of all the phenos. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:43]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:59]: Repeated this process again for the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:00]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 03 - Wednesday - 07/17/24 - Total Days: 142 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.4°F [29.7°C] - Humidity: 71.1% - VPD: 1.18 kPa - Soil %: [49, 32, 38, 36] ----------------------------------- - [09:24]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- The garden hot but looking good! --- Burnt, but growing along. These summer grows are always rough. --- All around growth is looking great! --- The GGC2024 plant is still looking nice and healthy! Wow! - [21:26]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Nice! Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:28]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 48% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 38% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 32% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 38% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:32]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:37]: Decided to add two more garden yo-yos. --- Now all branches that were super-cropped have a yo-yo for support. - [21:54]: Checked on the clones and #3 in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Wow! Okay now the clones are a bit too tall. --- I could super-crop, but just going to top. - [21:56]: Using a pair of trimmers, --- Cut the main stalk for all three clones. --- Went a bit hard and pretty much cut them in half. Mulched the trimmings onto the EarthBoxes in the 4x4 tent. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [22:13]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water. --- I hope I did not top the plants too much, but with a good two months before the next cycle, there should be enough time for recovery. I think. --- Based on the soil moisture readings, going to be watering tomorrow. Hyped! Day 04 - Thursday - 07/18/24 - Total Days: 143 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.7°F [29.8°C] - Humidity: 70.8% - VPD: 1.21 kPa - Soil %: [47, 32, 37, 30] ----------------------------------- - [19:11]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Despite the roasting heat, the garden is growing along quite nicely! --- I have definitely had worse. --- Wow! Buds are getting frosty! - [19:12]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:15]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 47% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 26% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 30% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 24% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [19:17]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:33]: Filled a measuring cup with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/16tsp of BuildABloom ------ Added 1/16tsp of Bio-Phos ------ Added 1/4tsp of Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] ------ Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [19:45]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [19:59]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 353.9g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Including the extra weight, going for a general dry weight of 360g before watering to around 460g --- Time to water! - [20:05]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added half of 1/64tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of BuildABloom ------ Added 1/32tsp of: --------- Bio-Phos --------- Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:22]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 461.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:27]: Checked on the vegging clones and #3 in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking great ladies! --- The heat seems to be perfect for veg! --- #3 is looking happy and new growth is green and perky! - [20:31]: Took the total weight of a #2 pheno. --- She weighed 225.9g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:41]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 333.8g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:51]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 330.7g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:55]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 05 - Friday - 07/19/24 - Total Days: 144 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.6°F [29.8°C] - Humidity: 70.2% - VPD: 1.23 kPa - Soil %: [46, 31, 36, 36] ----------------------------------- - [20:59]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Toasty, but looking good! --- Buds are continuing to swell with more growth! --- The GGC2024 cup is still the healthiest of the group! - [21:03]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:07]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 45% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 30% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 25% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 28% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 28% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 32% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:23]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:36]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:42]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Veg tent is growing along nice and healthy! --- #3 is bushing out and looking greener! --- Wow! A few plants need watering. Let’s go! - [21:52]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:19]: Repeated this process for the original #2 and the #4 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. --- Also defoliated some of the lower growth. Mulched the trimmings onto the EarthBoxes in the 4x4 tent. - [22:25]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 06 - Saturday - 07/20/24 - Total Days: 145 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 86.0°F [30.0°C] - Humidity: 71.2% - VPD: 1.20 kPa - Soil %: [44, 31, 35, 39] ----------------------------------- - [20:01]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Growing along nicely! --- Buds are frosting up with trichomes and the terpenes are smelling quite nice! --- Definitely getting a lemon fuel profile now. Hyped! --- Wow! --- The GGC2024 plant is still green and growing along! --- Still surprised that the smallest plant in the tent is the healthiest looking. - [20:03]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir was dry but still had moisture. - [20:07]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 44% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 37% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 38% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 23% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [20:11]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 1 cup of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. --- Oops! Just realized, I forgot to take the weekly readings! --- So, - [20:41]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 415 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 17.93 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 490 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 21.17 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 273 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 11.79 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 419 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 18.10 mol/m²/d --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was around 330 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 14.26 mol/m²/d - [20:53]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 34.75" tall. --- #2 was about 36" tall. --- #3 was about 18.5" tall. --- #4 was about 35.5" tall. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 11.25" tall. --- #1 was about 10.5" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 10.5" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 9" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 13" away from the grow light. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 23" away from the grow light. - [21:18]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 248.7g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Going for a general dry weight of 360g before watering to around 460g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [31:31]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 482.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [21:36]: Checked on the clones and #3 in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Growth is still green and looking great! --- #3 is vegging along and looking good! --- The growth difference between the two tents is very obvious. May just do a long veg for the next summer cycle, then flip to flower later in fall. --- The temps are just too hot in the flower tent. But just going to grow in. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:37]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 07 - Sunday - 07/21/24 - Total Days: 146 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.7°F [29.8°C] - Humidity: 71.2% - VPD: 1.19 kPa - Soil %: [43, 31, 34, 33] ----------------------------------- - [20:06]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is looking great! Still hot! But growing. --- The GGC2024 plant is somehow thriving!? She could obviously be bigger, but the growth is still green and no leaf damage. - [20:08]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [20:11]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 43% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 27% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 36% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [20:28]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [20:38]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:46]: Checked on the clones and #3 in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Vegging along nicely! --- All around growth is looking green and happy! - [20:54]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 227.2g --- It’s been 8 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:14]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 335g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. --- Repeated this process for an original #2 pheno. --- Watered until the saturated soil weight was 335g. --- There was no runoff. --- Oops! Need to water #1 - [21:20]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:28]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Wow what a hot week! Roasting temps have been baking these flowering plants, but the vegging girls seem to love it! --- During the summer temps are always an issue. It is what it is. Despite the heat, this has been a pretty easy week. --- Onwards Ensign! [END OF WEEK 20|13]

Introduction - Week 21|14 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9571.23, Another scorching yet simple week of growing! Been hotter than summer on Vulcan! Temps have continued to be an issue, but growing along the best I can. Since I’m almost certain the issue has been temps for the flowering tent, decided to lower the light intensity even further. Now the canopy’s PPFD is closer to seedling levels. So far, not noticing much change in the heat, so my increase this back later. Also submitted my 3rd entry for the GGC2024 competition! I’ve actually been quite surprised with her healthy growth! Blooming in a solo cup, she’s the smallest flowering plant in the 4x4, yet for some perplexing reason, is the heathiest one of them all. In stark contrast to the roasting 4x4 growth, the vegging plants in the 3x3 have been thriving! Had to top the plants again. These girls are just exploding with growth! For the next cycle, pretty sure I’m going to try scrogging. Getting more and more stoked for the next cycle vegging in the 3x3 tent. Perpetual is really the way to grow! Steady as she grows Ensign! [START OF WEEK 21|14] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 21|14 - Full Bloom Wk5 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 21|14 - Full Bloom Wk5 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 14 - Full Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 13 - Full Bloom Wk5 07/22/24 → 07/28/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~13 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 19:00 - 07:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 14.90 mol/m²/d PPFD: 345 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.28 kPa Soil %: [40.4, 30.3, 37.0, 34.3] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 07/22/24 - Total Days: 147 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.8°F [29.9°C] - Humidity: 71.0% - VPD: 1.20 kPa - Soil %: [42, 31, 34, 37] ----------------------------------- - [21:12]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Temps are still out of control. Been baking hot in the grow room. --- Regardless of the heat, the garden is looking incredible! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking healthy and green! - [21:14]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:17]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 42% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 34% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 24% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:30]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. --- I’m still completely baffled on the health of the GGC2024 plant. Out of all plants growing, she is by far the healthiest. But she is also flowering in the smallest container (solo cup). She is growing in the same environment, but is receiving really low PPFD. --- Maybe the light levels are too high? --- Going to lower the light level a bit. But before adjusting the environment. - [21:33]: Decided to raise the GGC2024 plant up a bit more. --- Using more upside-down containers, raised the plant up so the canopy was generally the same as the rest of the flowering phenos. --- Now that all the plants are generally at the same canopy height, - [21:43]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the grow light. ------ Decreased the MAX from 3 to 2 --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Decreased the Humidity’s HIGH trigger value from 71% to 69% --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Increased the VPD target value from 1.4kPa to 1.5kPa --- The FC-6500 is now utilizing around 204.0W (at intensity 2 out of 10). --- Will take PPFD readings later. - [22:07]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 359.5g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Going for a general dry weight of 360g before watering to around 460g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:33]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 490.5g --- Went pretty heavy for this watering. Trying to find the maximum field saturation. --- There was the tiniest bit of run off. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [22:54]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Growth is continuing to look incredible! --- Heat is definitely not affecting growth, if anything they look happier with the increased temps. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [22:59]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto the original #2’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:09]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 02 - Tuesday - 07/23/24 - Total Days: 148 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.8°F [29.9°C] - Humidity: 70.7% - VPD: 1.22 kPa - Soil %: [42, 31, 33, 31] ----------------------------------- - [19:07]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is toasty but growing along. --- Completely hyped on how the GGC2024 plant is growing! --- Compared to the rest of the flowering phenos, her growth looks green with no leaf stress (there are two of the original clone leaves which are turning yellow, but the rest of the growth is green). --- She is now receiving the same PPFD levels as the rest of the plants and is growing in the same environment. Completely perplexed on what is keeping her healthy. --- If it is the light level was the issue, then I hope to see some growth improvement soon. --- Unfortunately lowering the light level did not seem to lower the temps. If growth does not improve in a week or so, I may increase it back. --- Anyways, - [19:09]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:12]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 41% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 27% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 28% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 37% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 29% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 39% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [19:19]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:29]: Filled a measuring cup with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/16tsp of BuildABloom ------ Added 1/16tsp of Bio-Phos ------ Added 1/4tsp of Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] ------ Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [19:45]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [19:47]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Ooo yea! --- The vegging ladies are looking incredible! --- Wow! The canopy growth has pretty much completely filled the 3x3 tent. --- Now thinking about scrogging the next grow cycle. In theory, all I would need to do is place them in the 4x4 tent and place the scrog. --- Anyways, - [19:49]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 230.6g --- Woah! It’s been 23 days since her initial watering. --- Going for a general dry weight of 235g before watering to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [19:55]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 335g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:17]: Repeated this process for the rest of the cups that needed watering. --- Watered two more phenos (#2 and OG#1). --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g - [20:22]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:37]: Repeated this process again for the #4 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:39]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 03 - Wednesday - 07/24/24 - Total Days: 149 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 86.8°F [30.4°C] - Humidity: 69.2% - VPD: 1.32 kPa - Soil %: [41, 30, 33, 34] ----------------------------------- - [23:32]: Late night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Looking good ladies! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking incredible! --- Plan to film the monthly update video and photos tomorrow. - [23:33]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. - [23:34]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 41% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 30% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 32% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 27% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 22% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [23:42]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:51]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 349.6g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- With the extra training gear, going for a general dry weight of 360g before watering to around 460g --- Time to water! - [23:54]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added half of 1/64tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of BuildABloom ------ Added 1/32tsp of: --------- Bio-Phos --------- Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [+00:22]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 485.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [+00:00]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [+00:39]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Wow growth has exploded! --- The original #2 pheno has reached the light. Again! --- Time to top! - [+00:43]: Using a pair of clean trimmers, --- Topped both the original #2 along with #1 --- Only removed the apical growth. --- Nice! The canopy is now both lower and a lot more even. --- Okay time to water. Let’s go! - [+00:54]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #3’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [+01:16]: Repeated this process again for the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [+01:17]: Took the total weight of an original #2 pheno. --- She weighed 210.8g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [+01:26]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 347.6g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [+01:28]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Wow what a night! --- Plan to take the weekly height and PPFD readings tomorrow (or later on today, whatever). Day 04 - Thursday - 07/25/24 - Total Days: 150 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 86.7°F [30.4°C] - Humidity: 69.4% - VPD: 1.31 kPa - Soil %: [40, 30, 43, 40] ----------------------------------- - [19:10]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is still hot but growing along! --- Buds are frosting up! --- Wow! The GGC2024 is looking healthy and flowering along quite nicely. Plan to film the update video a bit later for the monthly submissions. - [19:11]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:15]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 40% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 42% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 38% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 28% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 39% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 39% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [19:20]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:46]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 340 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 14.69 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 345 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 14.90 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 351 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 15.16 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 318 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 13.74 mol/m²/d --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was around 332 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 14.34 mol/m²/d - [20:13]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 37" tall. --- #2 was about 35.5" tall. --- #3 was about 18.5" tall. --- #4 was about 35.75" tall. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 11.25" tall. --- #1 was about 10.5" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 10.5" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 8.5" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 13" away from the grow light. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 14" away from the grow light. - [20:30]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Wow looking absolutely beautiful my ladies! --- No signs of leaf stress and growth looks green and perky! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [20:39]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Okay it’s time to finally film the my 3rd entry for the Global Grow Cup! --- Using my phone, I filmed a few entry videos. --- Tried to make sure to show all sides of the plant. - [21:03]: Also took photos to show all sides along with the bottom of the cup. --- Done! Plan to upload the final images and video later. --- I have until the 30th, but I want to submit a bit earlier. - [21:12]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- The growth in the veg tent has been thriving while the flower tent is struggling with high temps. --- I always hate to see my plants struggling, but can’t do anything about the heat. --- Still surprised on how well the GGC2024 plant is growing. She’s still looking healthy and green! --- Just going to keep on growing. Day 05 - Friday - 07/26/24 - Total Days: 151 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 87.1°F [30.6°C] - Humidity: 69.4% - VPD: 1.33 kPa - Soil %: [40, 30, 40, 32] ----------------------------------- - [21:00]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Toasty leaves, but looking good! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking happy and growing along nicely! - [21:03]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:07]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 40% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 40% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 28% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 28% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 25% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:20]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. --- Why not, --- Going to feed #4 some Recharge! - [21:36]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/8tsp of Recharge --- Mixed the solution before pouring it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Sprayed the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:51]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 365.1g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Going for a general dry weight of 360g before watering to around 460g --- Time to water! Going to give her some Recharge as well! - [21:55]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Recharge --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:15]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 488.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [22:18]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 veg tent, --- Ooo yea! Looking great ladies! --- With the 4x4 flowering tent struggling with heat, the 3x3 veg tent is really keeping my growing moral up. - [22:28]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:42]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 224.5g --- It’s been 5 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:50]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 345.6g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [22:54]: Repeated this process for a #2 pheno. --- Watered two more phenos (#4 and OG#2). --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g - [22:57]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 06 - Saturday - 07/27/24 - Total Days: 152 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 86.1°F [30.1°C] - Humidity: 68.8% - VPD: 1.31 kPa - Soil %: [39, 30, 39, 37] ----------------------------------- - [22:57]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Tent is definitely burnt but growing along. --- Hmm. Noticing some leaf stress on the GGC2024 plant. Damnit Ensign! --- For the most part, the growth looks incredible! --- However, --- Something is affecting the growth of the plants in the 4x4 tent. This is now spreading to the GGC2024 plant. --- Maybe she’s too close to the light? - [22:59]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:03]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 38% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 27% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 25% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 36% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:05]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. --- The GGC2024 plant is now showing signs of the same leaf stress.. Damnit Ensign. --- Maybe she’s too close to the light? - [21:13]: Decided to lower the plant down a bit. --- Removed a few containers to lower the plant closer to where she was before raising her to canopy height. --- I have no idea if this will help. Don’t die on me girl! That’s an order! - [21:21]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 veg tent, --- All around growth is looking really good! --- #3 is just bushing out and looking nice and happy! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:35]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:54]: Repeated this process again for the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:55]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Wow it’s been hot in the grow room! Hotter than the interior of a Tholian ship! --- The flowering tent has been roasting! --- Since the local weather is now more on the warmer side, decided to adjust the heaters for both tents. - [23:20]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Veg Tent [3x3] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the heater. ------ Decreased the Temp target value from 82°F to 75°F --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the heater. ------ Decreased the Temp target value from 78°F to 75°F --- Hmm. Probably should have done this a few weeks ago (Damnit Ensign). --- Oops. Anyways, --- During this summer cycle, I doubt temps will get colder than 75°F, but hopefully this will prevent additional ambient heat. --- Plan to eventually get a Terraform 7, but until then (probably next year), just going to deal with what I have. --- I’m just happy the vegging tent is growing along perfectly! Gotta keep on growing. Day 07 - Sunday - 07/28/24 - Total Days: 153 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.1°F [29.5°C] - Humidity: 68.7% - VPD: 1.27 kPa - Soil %: [39, 30, 37, 29] ----------------------------------- - [19:04]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Looking good ladies! Growth is still burnt, but growing along. --- GGC2024 plat is looking good! Leaf damage is getting worse, but still looks okay. --- The leaf damage is becoming more present. --- Maybe this is a magnesium deficiency? I dunno - [19:20]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:23]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 33% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 28% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] --- Going to bottom water some CaliMagic. - [19:36]: Using premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Diluted the solution with distilled water (1:1 ratio). --- Poured 3 cups of the diluted solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the diluted solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [19:46]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 382g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Could probably wait another day, but going to water now to see if it helps. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with the same diluted CalMag solution. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:03]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 493.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:11]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking great ladies! --- The growth is raging in the veg tent and has continued to verify that temps are an issue in the 4x4 flower tent. - [20:16]: Took the total weight of an original #2 pheno. --- She weighed 200g --- It’s been 4 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:30]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 343.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:42]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:45]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Another week done! --- I will grow healthy plants! Unfortunately, this grow cycle is not one of them. --- Even the GGC2024 plant is showing the same leaf stress. I hope the added magnesium and calcium will help. --- Still a bit confused on what is happening in the flower tent versus the veg tent (one is thriving while the other is struggling). --- I’m pretty sure it’s the high temps, but with 2-3 weeks before harvest, just going to keep growing on! [END OF WEEK 21|14]

Introduction - Week 22|15 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9590.36, Wow! Another hot summer week in the flower tent! Feels like participating in the Kal’Hyah ceremony without the fasting. In contrast, the veg tent is flourishing! Raised the light up and will probably top soon. With all this explosive growth, I definitely plan to scrog the next summer-to-fall grow cycle. Also ordered and received new genetics! Will still probably be cloning the best phenos, but now also plan to pop a few beans for the fall-to-winter grow cycle! Just got to get through these scorching months. The path to Kal’Hyah is brutal. Onwards Ensign! [START OF WEEK 22|15] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 22|15 - Full Bloom Wk6 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 22|15 - Full Bloom Wk6 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 15 - Full Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 14 - Full Bloom Wk6 07/29/24 → 08/04/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~13 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~300 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 19:00 - 07:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 16.03 mol/m²/d PPFD: 351 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.29 kPa Soil %: [39.1, 31.7, 38.6, 32.9] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 07/29/24 - Total Days: 154 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.2°F [29.0°C] - Humidity: 67.5% - VPD: 1.28 kPa - Soil %: [39, 30, 36, 38] ----------------------------------- - [21:36]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Growth is burnt but still growing. Buds are continuing to swell up! --- Wow! Also the terpenes are getting a bit loud. Nothing too intense, but can definitely smell the flower! --- The GGC2024 plant is still showing signs of leaf stress. Could be residual damage from last week but not sure. - [21:38]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:40]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 25% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 38% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [22:00]: Using premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water), --- Diluted the solution with distilled water (1:1 ratio). --- Poured 3 cups of the diluted solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the diluted solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:10]: Using the same diluted solution of CalMag (1:1 ratio). --- Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of the diluted solution. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:26]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 veg tent, --- The vegging ladies are looking beautiful! --- The canopy is pretty much wall-to-wall and growth is stretching upwards! --- The tent is getting a bit too full? Nah! --- Going to need to either raise the light up or top again soon. --- Absolutely incredible! --- Hmm. --- Completely have not notice that one of the soil sensors was out of batteries. Oops! --- Replaced the batteries for #4’s Ecowitt soil moisture sensor in the 4x4 tent. - [22:43]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data again: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 39% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 25% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 37% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [22:46]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 233.8g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:01]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 342.5g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [23:16]: Repeated this process for another original #1 pheno. --- Watered until the saturated weight was 335.1g - [23:26]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:43]: Repeated this process again for the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:44]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 02 - Tuesday - 07/30/24 - Total Days: 155 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 83.8°F [28.8°C] - Humidity: 66.9% - VPD: 1.29 kPa - Soil %: [39, 30, 36, 34] ----------------------------------- - [19:25]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Growing along hot but nicely. --- The GGC2024 plant is still looking great for the most part! The same damaged leaves seem to be necrotizing and getting worse, but the rest of the leaves still look green and healthy. Bud growth looks healthy and really starting to swell up! - [19:27]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. - [19:31]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 32% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 32% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 29% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [19:34]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 392.4g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water - then further diluted with distilled water at a 1:1 ratio). --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [19:53]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 323.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [19:56]: Using the same diluted CalMag solution, --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. --- Wow! Buds are definitely getting frosty! - [20:08]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow! Growth is getting out of control! --- Ooo yea! It’s a jungle in the veg tent! --- Top growth is getting way too close to the light again! - [20:14]: Instead of topping, decided to raise the light up. --- Adjusted the ratchet ropes to raise the S33 IonBoard. --- Also raised the propagation dome up as well. --- Now the light is at the highest I want to raise it. Don’t want to get too close to the propagation dome. --- To help increase air circulation, lowered the S6 clip-on oscillating fan down. Have the fan blowing upwards through the underside of the canopy. --- Probably will do another round of topping in a week or so, but everything looks good for now. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [20:45]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 03 - Wednesday - 07/31/24 - Total Days: 156 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.4°F [29.1°C] - Humidity: 67.5% - VPD: 1.29 kPa - Soil %: [39, 29, 36, 26] ----------------------------------- - [21:46]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Temps are still hot and growth is burnt, but still growing! --- Despite the lower light levels, growth is just roasting. --- The GGC2024 plant is looking great! The damaged leaves are still getting worse, but the rest of the growth is still green. - [21:48]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:52]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 22% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 23% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 27% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 26% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 37% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:55]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:13]: Filled a measuring cup with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/16tsp of BuildABloom ------ Added 1/16tsp of Bio-Phos ------ Added 1/4tsp of Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] ------ Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [22:34]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [22:38]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow my ladies! Looking exceptionally healthy and green! --- Growth is perky and is filling in the entire 3x3 space. Nice! --- Seems everyone needs water. Let’s go! - [20:45]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:16]: Repeated this process again for the rest of the fabric pots (#3, #4, and the original #2 pheno). --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:18]: Took the total weight of a #2 pheno. --- She weighed 214.9g --- It’s been 5 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:28]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 345.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [23:33]: Repeated this process for a OG#2 pheno. --- Misted until the saturated weighed was 344.8g - [23:34]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 04 - Thursday - 08/01/24 - Total Days: 157 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.4°F [29.1°C] - Humidity: 68.4% - VPD: 1.26 kPa - Soil %: [39, 29, 44, 33] ----------------------------------- - [21:26]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Damn it’s hot! Regardless, bud growth is still getting larger! --- The GGC2024 plant is still showing signs of leaf stress. Hmm. Well bud growth is looking good so just going to keep growing on. - [21:27]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:28]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 42% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 30% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 28% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 28% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [22:02]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:13]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 380.3g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! - [22:17]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added half of 1/64tsp of Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/64tsp of BuildABloom ------ Added 1/32tsp of: --------- Bio-Phos --------- Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:39]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 323.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Placed her back into the tent. --- Hmm. Just noticed that the Ecowitt meters from BuildASoil do not have rubber caps (the ones from Amazon have rubber caps). I hope it won’t be an issue. --- Anyways, - [22:48]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:57]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow the veg tent is just continuing to impress with explosive growth! - [23:02]: Took the total weight of an original #2 pheno. --- She weighed 234.7g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:10]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 335.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [23:17]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:27]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 05 - Friday - 08/02/24 - Total Days: 158 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.0°F [29.4°C] - Humidity: 67.9% - VPD: 1.29 kPa - Soil %: [39, 29, 41, 36] ----------------------------------- - [21:26]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- The garden is toasted, but growth is still looking okay to me! --- Can definitely be better, but I’ve had worse. --- The GGC2024 plant is continuing to show more signs of leaf stress - [21:34]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. - [21:38]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 40% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 33% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 27% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 27% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 37% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:49]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:01]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow! Looking nice and happy girls! --- The health of the vegging plant versus the flowering ones is obvious. I’m pretty sure it’s the heat, but what can I do to help. Just going to keep growing on. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [22:09]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 06 - Saturday - 08/03/24 - Total Days: 159 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.5°F [29.7°C] - Humidity: 68.0% - VPD: 1.31 kPa - Soil %: [39, 33, 39, 29] ----------------------------------- - [20:40]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Still hot but growth is growing along. --- The GGC2024 plant leaves are getting even worse. There seems to be more leaves showing signs of stress. --- Just gotta make it through these hot months. Gotta keep on growing. - [20:43]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [20:47]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 25% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 26% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 23% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 23% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 27% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [20:52]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Did not bottom water EB2. Going to top water. - [20:59]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #2’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:13]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:23]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 280.4g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:33]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 495.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. --- Noticing that a few stalks are starting flop over. - [21:36]: Decided to add a few more garden yo-yos. --- Added 4 more yo-yos. --- Mainly added support for #2, but also added more support for #4. --- Nice! The canopy now looks a lot more even. - [22:04]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking great my ladies! These girls are seriously keeping my spirits up for this grow cycle. Keep growing strong! --- #3 is looking green and vegging along beautifully! Really am digging her growth. She is definitely the smallest of the four plants, but she is also the bushiest. Nice! - [22:09]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:35]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:39]: Took the total weight of an original #2 pheno. --- She weighed 227.2g --- It’s been 4 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:48]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 340.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Decided to top her. --- Using a pair of clean trimmers, - [22:52]: To even out the canopy, cut both of the taller stalks. Mulched the trimmings. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [22:55]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. - [23:35]: Ooo yea! --- Ordered more genetics for the seed collection! --- Got a few 6-packs from Irie Genetics! ------ Gorilla Goat [Gorilla Glue #4 x Golden Goat] ------ Bebop [Arise x Blueberry Cookies] ------ Dorothy [Mel Frank’s Durban Poison x Golden Goat] --- Also got a couple of 2-pack freebies for my order! ------ Cherry Skunk [Cherry Paloma x Skunk #1] ------ Character Zero [Doorstep x Afterglow] --- Nice! A total of 22 beans for the seed vault! --- Hyped to give one of these a try soon! --- Will most likely now be popping beans for the next veg cycle. I’ll still take clones of the best two or three phenos of the current cycle. Day 07 - Sunday - 08/04/24 - Total Days: 160 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.5°F [29.7°C] - Humidity: 68.4% - VPD: 1.30 kPa - Soil %: [40, 42, 38, 34] ----------------------------------- - [19:24]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Wow it’s hot in the garden! Growth is growing along and buds a really starting to frost up! --- Actually a bit surprised on the #2’s bud growth. Buds are turning purple and frosty white. Growth is completely coated in trichomes! --- #4’s buds are also looking great! Noticing a bit of purple as well. Getting hyped! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking burnt but pretty good! More signs of heat stress (damnit Ensign), but just going to keep on growing. - [19:28]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:31]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 40% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 39% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 38% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 33% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 31% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 41% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] --- Oops! Almost forgot to take PPFD readings this week! - [20:02]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 371 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 16.03 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 357 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 15.42 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 205 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 8.86 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 326 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 14.08 mol/m²/d --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was around 240 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 10.37 mol/m²/d - [20:15]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 35.5" tall. --- #2 was about 35.5" tall. --- #3 was about 20.25" tall. --- #4 was about 35.75" tall. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 11.25” tall. --- #1 was about 10.75" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 11.25" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 16.5" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 13.25" away from the grow light. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 23" away from the grow light. - [20:40]: Using premixed CalMag water (1tsp of CaliMagic to 1 gal distilled water - then further diluted with distilled water at a 1:1 ratio), --- Poured 4 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [20:47]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Ooo yea! Looking absolutely incredible my ladies! --- There is something right going on because growth is green and perky! - [20:53]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 238.5g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:00]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 345.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:57]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Decided to adjust the flower tent’s environment. - [23:02]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the grow light. ------ Increased the MAX from 2 to 3 --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Increased the Temperature’s HIGH trigger value from 87°F to 89°F ------ Increased the Humidity’s HIGH trigger value from 69% to 79% --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Decreased the VPD target value from 1.5kPa to 1.2kPa --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12] / Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the heater. ------ Increased the Temp target value from 78°F to 82°F --- The FC-6500 is now utilizing around 261.9W (at intensity 3 out of 10). --- Since I can’t do anything about the hot temps, trying to increase the RH in the flower tent closer to the veg tent. --- Not sure if this will work, but with a few week left before harvest, why not. --- Debating about switching the lights to 18/6 for the last week of flower. The increased light should help to increase the yield. Anyways, still have a week or two to decide. --- Onwards Ensign! [END OF WEEK 22|15]

Introduction - Week 23|16 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9609.48, Another hot week in the grow room! Been hotter and more humid than a Cardassian sauna! Since the humidity increase in the 4x4, the plants seem to be doing better. Growth in the vegging 3x3 has been just impressive! Growth reached the light again so had to top once more. Had some minor soil senor issues, but got everything working again by the end of the week. Next week plan to flip the flowering tent from 12/12 to 18/6 for the final weeks of flower. About two weeks left before harvest! Onwards Ensign! [START OF WEEK 23|16] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 23|16 - Full Bloom Wk7 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 23|16 - Full Bloom Wk7 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 16 - Full Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 15 - Full Bloom Wk7 08/05/24 → 08/11/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~17 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~400 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 19:00 - 07:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 19.40 mol/m²/d PPFD: 449 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.11 kPa Soil %: [45.4, 35.3, 35.1, 33.7] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 08/05/24 - Total Days: 161 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 84.7°F [29.3°C] - Humidity: 69.2% - VPD: 1.24 kPa - Soil %: [42, 38, 37, 28] ----------------------------------- - [21:06]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- The garden is hot and humid! Not sure but growth seems to be looking a bit better? --- The GGC2024 plant is growing along nicely! She still has signs of leaf stress, but I think it’s slowing down. - [21:09]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:15]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 43% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 37% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 24% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 23% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 23% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 25% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 30% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:23]: Poured 4 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:37]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:52]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Ooo yea! Looking absolutely incredible my ladies! --- Wow! Growth is raging and out of control! Nice! --- Growth in this veg tent is continuing to keep my growing moral up because these girls look healthy! --- With the exception of the mothers and clones, definitely going to wait a bit before starting the next veg cycle. --- Have to plan out the next grow cycle which will be switching --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:59]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:28]: Repeated this process again for both #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:33]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 02 - Tuesday - 08/06/24 - Total Days: 162 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 86.0°F [30.0°C] - Humidity: 73.4% - VPD: 1.10 kPa - Soil %: [45, 36, 37, 36] ----------------------------------- - [19:48]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is baking! Leaf growth is burnt, but bud growth is looking frosty! --- The GGC2024 plant is still showing signs of stress. Not sure what to do, but going to continue on. - [19:49]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still had a tiny bit of water, but was pretty much dry. - [19:52]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 46% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 32% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 29% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 23% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [19:57]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [20:01]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 356.5g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:10]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 479.7g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:22]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:38]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Woah! Growth has exploded with upward growth! --- The canopy has reached the light. Again! --- Time to top! - [20:41]: Using a pair of trimmers, --- Gently removed the apical top growth. --- Nice! Now the canopy is a lot lower. - [21:00]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno). --- She weighed 217.4g --- It’s been 8 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:09]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 336.3g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [21:12]: Repeated this process for the #2 pheno. --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g --- Think I want to top her soon. She is the only clone of #2 and - [21:22]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:48]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:49]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 03 - Wednesday - 08/07/24 - Total Days: 163 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 86.7°F [30.4°C] - Humidity: 74.7% - VPD: 1.08 kPa - Soil %: [47, 36, 36, 37] ----------------------------------- - [21:36]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Still hot and humid in the garden, regardless, growing along nicely! --- Leaf damage seems to be slowing down so I think the increased RH has been helping. With the higher humidity, there’s more potential for mold. Need to make sure the air is circulating. --- The GGC2024 plant has stress damage but growing. Clearly she’s not a winner, but I’m still happy! I’m just hoping that she makes it to harvest. - [21:38]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:42]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 46% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 34% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 37% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 36% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:47]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:53]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Nice! Everyone is looking healthy and green! --- Definitely going to scrog the next cycle! - [21:57]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 236.4g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:06]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 345.4g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [22:08]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 04 - Thursday - 08/08/24 - Total Days: 164 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 86.7°F [30.4°C] - Humidity: 74.2% - VPD: 1.09 kPa - Soil %: [47, 35, 35, 32] ----------------------------------- - [20:16]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is humid and toasty but the added humidity seems to be helping. I think. --- The GGC2024 plant is looking stressed like the rest of the plants. I’m still pretty sure it’s the higher temps, but it could be something else. The vegging plants are doing great so just going to grow on. - [21:17]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:25]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 47% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 27% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 32% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 27% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:35]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 401 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 17.32 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 449 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 19.40 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 206 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 13.35 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 410 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of mol/m²/d --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was around 320 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 13.82 mol/m²/d - [21:46]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 35.5" tall. --- #2 was about 35" tall. --- #3 was about 20.25" tall. --- #4 was about 36.5" tall. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 11.5" tall. --- #1 was about 10.75" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 11.5" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 16" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 12.5" away from the grow light. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 22.75" away from the grow light. - [22:10]: Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:14]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 377.9g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! - [22:20]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:33]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 323.1g --- Placed her back into the tent. - [22:41]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:54]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking absolutely beautiful my ladies! --- Veg growth is just getting out of control again! Nice! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [23:12]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:22]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 05 - Friday - 08/09/24 - Total Days: 165 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.8°F [29.9°C] - Humidity: 73.9% - VPD: 1.09 kPa - Soil %: [47, 34, 34, 36] ----------------------------------- - [20:51]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Growth is growing. Leaves are burnt, but just going to grow on! --- The GGC2024 plant is still alive! But she is also showing signs of heat stress. Although bud growth is looking quite frosty! --- Actually all around bud growth is getting frosty! Sugar leaves are turning purple with resin rails coating the edges. Wow! - [20:53]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. - [20:56]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 47% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 32% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 29% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 41% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:01]: Poured 1 cup of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Did not bottom water EB2. - [21:05]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking green and happy! Growth is perky and I’m hyped for the next cycle! --- I think I may need to top again soon. - [21:11]: Took the total weight a #2 pheno. --- She weighed 231.8g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:21]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 345.3g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Wow! She’s getting tall! Growing in a solo cup and is already over 2 feet tall! --- Placed her back into the tent. - [21:26]: Repeated this process for an original #2 pheno. --- Misted until the saturated weighed was 344.9g - [21:37]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:37]: Repeated this process again for the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:36]: Hmm. While watering the girls in the tent, I noticed that the #4 soil sensor was malfunctioning. The light went solid red and would not turn off. The sensor also lost connection. Damnit Ensign! --- In a feeble attempt to fix the sensor, removed it from the soil and placed it in a Ziploc bag with a few silica packs. Similar to the bag-of-rice method, I’m hoping the silica will draw out excess moisture from the unit (the malfunction occurred while watering). Will check back tomorrow. --- Ordered a new one which should hopefully arrive soon! --- Oh! - [22:38]: Found the rubber caps! --- While trying to troubleshoot the whole sensor failure issue, I tried reading the instruction manual (for light indicator issues). Well I couldn’t find any information about a solid light. But found the rubber caps! They were in the box under the cardboard insert (damnit Ensign). --- I formally apologize to BuildASoil. --- I thought the rubber caps were not included, but as usual, the error was mine. --- As I wait for the replacement sensor, I covered the 3 uncovered sensors with the caps. Well it could have been worse. Glad that one failed instead of two. --- Anyways, - [22:41]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 06 - Saturday - 08/10/24 - Total Days: 166 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 86.1°F [30.1°C] - Humidity: 73.5% - VPD: 1.11 kPa - Soil %: [46, 34, 34, 30] ----------------------------------- - [20:54]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Toasty but looking good! --- The GGC2024 plant is still growing, but leaves are continuing to necrotize. --- Tent temps can’t be lowered so just going to grow on. - [20:58]: Using a loop of cotton string, --- For vertical support wrapped the string around a drooping bud cola and attached it to branch that was not drooping. --- Ooo wow! The terpenes are getting loud! Buds are definitely frosting up and the purple is really getting darker. Nice! - [21:05]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! --- Checked the drying soil sensor, - [21:10]: Removed the sensor from the bag and inserted a battery. --- Aye nice! The sensor is working again!? --- Well I guess I’ll have an extra soil sensor soon just in-case it happens again. --- Placed the fixed sensor (with the rubber cap on) back into #4’s soil (in the veg tent). --- Anyways, - [21:16]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 45% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 26% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 35% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 28% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 31% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:31]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:47]: Poured 1 cup of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 1 cup of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:50]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking incredible my ladies! --- Wow veg growth is thriving in this heat! --- At least I’m doing something right for once and have somewhat learned how to grow from seed through veg without ant issues. --- Now I just need to get the hang of flowering. - [21:53]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 262.0g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [22:01]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 345.0g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [22:04]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 07 - Sunday - 08/11/24 - Total Days: 167 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~01:00] - Temps: 85.8°F [29.9°C] - Humidity: 73.9% - VPD: 1.08 kPa - Soil %: [44, 34, 33, 37] ----------------------------------- - [19:19]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is yellow and burnt, but still looks good to me! --- Buds are still thickening up in this heat and the higher RH is helping (I think). --- The GGC2024 plant is still stressed, but growing. - [19:20]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:32]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 44% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 33% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 28% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 27% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 27% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 24% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [19:53]: Filled a measuring cup with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of Bio-Phos ------ Added 1/2tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/16tsp Lotus Cal/Mag --- Trying a new Calcium and Magnesium product. Since I prefer powders instead of liquids, I’m stoked to give this a go! --- Due to gradual evaporation, liquid concentrates can increase in concentration over time. So not always sure that the ratios are exact. --- This Lotus Cal/Mag product should be perfect and I can start incorporating this into future waterings. Although, the consistency is a bit weird (the powder texture is grainy and clumpy, but not dusty or wet). According to the site, this ‘kinetic sand’ texture is completely normal. --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [20:15]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [20:27]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [20:38]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 364.6g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- Going to feed her some goodies! - [20:40]: Filled a measuring cup with 1/2 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added half of 1/64tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag ------ Added 1/64tsp of Horticultural Coconut ------ Added 1/32tsp of Bio-Phos --- Mixed and poured the solution straight into a spray bottle. --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted the straw mulch. --- Focused on the straw and tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:02]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 491.8g --- There was no runoff. - [21:04]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Growing along nice and healthy! --- At this rate, will most likely need to top again. --- Keep on growing ladies! - [21:09]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:33]: Repeated this process again for both #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:39]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 243.5g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [21:48]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 340.7g --- There was no runoff. --- Removed a few yellowing leaves. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [21:56]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Wow what a week! --- Been hot and humid, but just going to keep growing forward! --- With about 2 weeks left in this grow, going to change the flowering light cycle from 12/12 to 18/6. In theory, this should increase bio-mass and terpene production without giving enough time for a re-veg to occur. [END OF WEEK 23|16]

Introduction - Week 24|17 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9628.61, Wow another Vulcan scorcher! Although the humidity has been worse than the heat, the higher levels do seem to be helping. I think. Flipped the light cycle in the flowering tent from 12/12 to 18/6. By the end of the week, buds have definitely started swell! Started using a powdered form of Cal/Mag with my waterings. Up-potted a couple plants. Also topped a few. Checked trichomes for the first time this cycle and have determined a general harvest day! About two more weeks until harvest! Need to start planning out the next cycle which will be my first time using a scrog. Getting stoked! These summer grows are always rough. Just have to Klingon for a bit more. Onwards Ensign! [START OF WEEK 24|17] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 24|17 - Full Bloom Wk8 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 24|17 - Full Bloom Wk8 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 17 - Full Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 16 - Full Bloom Wk8 08/12/24 → 08/18/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~26 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~400 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 30.00 mol/m²/d PPFD: 463 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.10 kPa Soil %: [41.6, 32.4, 37.0, 35.0] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 08/12/24 - Total Days: 168 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 88.1°F [31.2°C] - Humidity: 75.7% - VPD: 1.09 kPa - Soil %: [44, 33, 33, 38] ----------------------------------- - [11:18]: With about 2 weeks left before harvest and drying, going to try an 18/6 light cycle. --- This should help to thicken up buds and can also produce more trichomes. Nice! --- Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule for the grow light. ------ The START/END times were changed from 07:00PM/07:00AM to 04:00PM/10:00AM --- Not increasing the intensity, but now the light in the flowering tent will on for an additional 6 hours a day so makes sense in theory (exactly the same time as the veg tent). - [23:00]: Late night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Toasty and yet humid in the garden! Growth is looking better! I think. --- Wow buds are just coated in trichomes! Ooo wee! Terpenes are off-gassing lemon pledge citrus along with a minty funk. Nice! --- The GGC2024 plant is still growing! Similar to the rest of the flowering cultivars, growth is pretty burnt. - [23:02]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [23:12]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 43% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 31% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 38% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [23:21]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:28]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Ooo yea! Ladies are vegging along and just exploding with growth! --- Growth has almost reached the light again! --- #3 has remained relatively squat, but even she is showing signs of upward stretching. Nice! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [23:35]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 02 - Tuesday - 08/13/24 - Total Days: 169 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 88.8°F [31.6°C] - Humidity: 75.7% - VPD: 1.11 kPa - Soil %: [43, 33, 35, 34] ----------------------------------- - [16:22]: Evening check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Looking and smelling incredible! --- Buds are swelling and getting even frostier! Nice! --- The GGC2024 plant is burnt but still growing. - [16:24]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [16:27]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 43% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 32% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 30% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 27% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 28% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 31% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [16:38]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [16:49]: Filled a measuring cup with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of: --------- Lotus Cal/Mag --------- Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] --------- BuildABloom --------- Bio-Phos ------ Added 1/4tsp of: --------- Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] --------- Horticultural Coconut --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [17:16]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. --- Oh wow! --- I can see a couple of mushrooms growing! They look droopy, but did not expect to find any at all. Pretty cool! - [17:19]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Have not really been doing anything yet the vegging growth is raging! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. --- Well sort of, - [17:20]: Time to transplant two of the phenos! --- Trying to preserve both the only #2 cutting along with an original #1 pheno. --- Going to up-pot to slightly larger 1-gallon pots. --- As far as flowering growth morphology, been impressed with the frosty trichome growth on the #2 so really want to try to keep this one preserved in veg (at least until I try the harvest). - [15:59]: Placed two 1-gallon plastic pots on the floor. --- Partially filled the pot with a solo cup of fresh BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Placed an empty solo cup into the center of the pot. Made sure the top was about half an inch or so under the lip of the pot. ------ Poured in more BuildASoil 3.0 Potting soil. --- Filled the plastic pot until the top of the solo cup was just about fully covered. --- Flattened and gently pressed around the sides of the top soil. - [18:12]: Gently removed the solo cup from the fabric pot leaving a perfect hole. ------ Sprinkled 1/4tsp of Great White, --- Dusted the sides of the hole. --- Also sprinkled a bit around the top soil. --- Great! Time to transplant! --- It’s been 4 days since her last watering. - [18:16]: Gently flipped #2 upside-down which easily dropped straight out of her cup. --- Roots look okay for the most part. A bit brown, but should be fine. Could always be better, but have been trying to limit root growth by only feeding distilled water. --- Did not break the root ball up or anything. --- Gently placed her into the pre-inoculated hole. --- Pressed and evened out the top soil. --- Using some BuildASoil Organic Straw Mulch, - [18:25]: Covered the top soil with enough straw until I could not see the soil. --- Breaking up the longer straw with scissors helped a lot. - [18:33]: Repeated this process for the original #1 pheno. --- The original #1 pheno’s roots looked healthier. Again not as full as it could be (been feeding straight distilled water), but still impressive! --- Going to give each a cup of wetting solution for the initial transplant watering. - [18:39]: Filled a measuring cup with 2 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag ------ Added 1/8tsp of: --------- Horticultural Aloe --------- Horticultural Coconut --------- Mycrobe Complete --- Mixed the solution and poured a cup straight into a spray bottle. - [18:54]: Misted #2's straw mulch with the wetting solution. --- Took my time and tried to go as evenly as possible. --- There was no run off. - [19:02]: Repeated this process for the original #1 pheno. --- Again, tried to go slow and even. --- There was no run off. --- Placed both back into the tent. Done! --- Well Almost. --- Found a clone that needed watering! - [19:12]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 218.3g --- It’s been 9 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [19:21]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 345.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [21:12]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Hmm.. Oops! - [21:23]: Forgot to do a grow board-wipe! --- Looking over the past 5 weeks, --- Been hot yet have learned quite a bit. The flowering tent has been struggling with high temps, yet the vegging tent is raging with healthy green growth. Fascinating! --- Just gotta keep on growing! Day 03 - Wednesday - 08/14/24 - Total Days: 170 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 87.8°F [31.0°C] - Humidity: 75.1% - VPD: 1.10 kPa - Soil %: [42, 33, 42, 35] ----------------------------------- - [22:54]: Late night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Hot and humid in the garden, but the growth is looking better! I think. --- Terpenes are getting pretty loud as well! Definitely getting a lemony citrus profile, --- Buds calyxes are just swelling! Also looking frosty white with a bit of purple. Getting hyped! - [22:56]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- EB1's reservoir was completely dry! --- EB2's reservoir still has some water. - [23:02]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 41% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 40% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 31% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 27% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 32% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 21% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [23:15]: Poured 3 cups of distilled water down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of distilled water down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:22]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp Lotus Cal/Mag --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [23:30]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [23:33]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 349.2g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with some premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water). --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:47]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 480.4g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [23:54]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking absolutely incredible! --- Growth is once again is just exploding! --- Going to hold off on watering until tomorrow. Also plan to probably do a round of defoliation and topping. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [+00:03]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 04 - Thursday - 08/15/24 - Total Days: 171 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 88.1°F [31.2°C] - Humidity: 75.4% - VPD: 1.10 kPa - Soil %: [41, 32, 39, 38] ----------------------------------- - [16:11]: Evening check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is burn and humid, but still growing along nicely! --- Wow buds are swelling up nicely! --- GGC2024 plant is looking burnt as well but hanging in there. - [16:13]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [16:16]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 41% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 38% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 24% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 27% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 41% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [16:18]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [16:35]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 456 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 29.55 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 463 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 30.00 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 133 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 8.62 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 419 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 27.15 mol/m²/d --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was around 326 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 21.12 mol/m²/d - [16:46]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 35" tall. --- #2 was about 35" tall. --- #3 was about 21.5" tall. --- #4 was about 36.5" tall. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 11.5" tall. --- #1 was about 10.75" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 11.75" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 15" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 12.5" away from the grow light. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 23" away from the grow light. - [17:05]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Ooo yea! --- The veg garden is looking incredible! - [17:07]: Decided do another round of topping for the vegging plants. --- Using a pair of clean trimmers, --- Cut a few nodes off the top of each plant. My goal was to lower the canopy while keeping everything even. --- Did not top #3 or the clones. --- Mulched the trimmings. --- Wow! Looking good girl! - [17:33]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 218.3g --- It’s been 7 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [17:57]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 340.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. --- Time to water all 3 of the 5-gallon pots. Let’s go! - [18:15]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- These ladies are thirsty! - [18:47]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [18:53]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Time to take the first bud samples for the microscope! --- As trichomes age, they naturally change in color. Starting with clear, they eventually turn cloudy before finally changing to an amber color. --- As always, I’m checking for about a 10% to 25% amber to cloudy ratio before setting a harvest day (usually within a week). --- Based on how growth is looking, #2 and #4 seem the most ready for harvest with #1 struggling behind (her buds are the smallest). --- Anyways, - [18:57]: Using a pair of trimmers, I gently clipped a small bud sample from each plant. --- The samples were clipped from a bud site a couple of nodes below the tops. Took a total of 3 samples. --- Using a USB microscope (attached to my phone), I carefully examined each bud sample for trichomes. - [19:08]: First the #1 pheno! --- Surprisingly found a combination of cloudy and amber trichomes. The amber trichomes were mainly on the sugar leaves. Bud growth had mostly cloudy trichomes. --- Going to be harvesting all the plants at once, but this one seems almost ready. - [19:16]: As for the #2 pheno, --- Trichomes were looking mainly clear with some cloudy. The sugar leaves did have some amber. --- This one can definitely go a bit longer. Another surprise because visually, this pheno is the frostiest. As far as growth, she has withstood the brutal heat and humidity of the tent. --- If she does not herm, and if the smoke is good, I think she’s a keeper! Really glad that I saved a cutting! - [19:22]: Last but not least, for the #4 pheno, --- Trichomes were looking both clear and cloudy. Surprisingly, no signs of amber. --- She can definitely go longer. --- Well as usual, I was completely wrong on my initial predictions. Based on the trichomes, these plants can go longer. --- Also the healthiest pheno (#4) seems to have the least amount of amber trichomes whereas the struggling pheno (#1) had the most. --- Plan to check again next week. --- As far as a harvest day, setting it for Tuesday the 27th, but depending on the next trichome checkup, harvest can still happen earlier or later. Day 05 - Friday - 08/16/24 - Total Days: 172 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 87.5°F [30.8°C] - Humidity: 74.9% - VPD: 1.1 kPa - Soil %: [41, 32, 37, 32] ----------------------------------- - [22:49]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is hot and humid, but the leaf damage seems to have stopped. I think.. --- Also bud growth is looking absolutely stunning! --- Someone mentioned that these genetics will purple towards the end and wow they’re right! These phenos are all showing signs of senescence. Beautiful! --- Also bud growth is chunking up quite nicely! Huge difference from last week. Getting stoked! --- The GGC2024 plant is growing. The leaves are burnt, but I think the damage has slowed down. - [22:53]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [22:56]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 40% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 28% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 26% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 30% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [23:06]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:16]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:28]: Decided to add a few more support strings. --- Using some cotton twine, --- Gently secured a few more flopping branches. --- Ooo yea! --- Buds are just looking frosty and wow the terpenes are louder! --- Definitely getting a lemony terp but there is a fuel-like funk too. Wow! - [23:53]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking great ladies! This is my first time growing both cycles at once and the growth is undeniably clear that there is a difference in health. Vegging is definitely a lot easier than flowering, but I’m hoping to have temperatures under control soon (local weather temps should be getting cooler in a month or so). - [23:57]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 234.0g --- It’s been 6 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [+00:08]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 323.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Wow she’s tall! - [+00:10]: Decided to top her. --- Using a pair of clean trimmers, cut her top growth in half. --- Really wish I had the room for more plants, these toppings are perfect for clones. --- Anyways, --- Mulched the trimmings. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [+00:23]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- The veg growth in this tent has truly kept my spirits up and has also shown what the difference temps can make during each phase of growth. It’s way too damn hot to flower, but absolutely perfect for veg. - [+00:40]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 06 - Saturday - 08/17/24 - Total Days: 173 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 87.5°F [30.8°C] - Humidity: 75.2% - VPD: 1.09 kPa - Soil %: [40, 32, 37, 37] ----------------------------------- - [20:54]: Quick night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Hot as always and the humidity is high! But growth is looking good! --- Buds are continuing to chunk up and swell with growth! --- The GGC2024 plant is still growing along. Growth can definitely be better, but I think she is going to make it to harvest! - [20:56]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [20:59]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 40% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 31% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 28% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 24% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:04]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:07]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 364.4g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [17:17]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 480.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [21:21]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Veg growth is looking great! --- A bit of stress showing at the very top, but the plants seemed to have fully recovered from the topping earlier in the week. Nice! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. --- Time for another round of watering for all the 5-gallon pots! - [21:30]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:54]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:00]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 07 - Sunday - 08/18/24 - Total Days: 174 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 87.1°F [30.6°C] - Humidity: 75.1% - VPD: 1.07 kPa - Soil %: [40, 32, 36, 31] ----------------------------------- - [19:40]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Growth is looking good! Still burnt but that’s okay. --- Not sure if the 18/6 is reason, but bud growth is just swelling up! --- The heat has continued to be an issue for the flowering girls but the added humidity really seems to have helped. - [19:44]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:47]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 40% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 27% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 35% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 39% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [20:18]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [20:39]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp of: --------- Lotus Cal/Mag --------- Bio-Phos ------ Added 1/4tsp of Horticultural Coconut --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [21:01]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [21:01]: Decided to add more support strings. --- Using more cotton twine, --- Gently secured a few more top buds. - [21:25]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking absolutely incredible my ladies! --- I think I can safely say that I somewhat understand both the seedling and veg phase. Now just have to get flowering dialed in. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:27]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Another summer week done! --- Been quite impressed with bud growth on some of the phenos (#2 and #4). --- Now with a little over a week until harvest, getting stoked for the next cycle! Need to start planning a trellis layout soon. [END OF WEEK 24|17]

Introduction - Week 25|18 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9647.73, Another hot yet simple week in the garden! Under the 18/6 light schedule, buds have definitely been ripening up and looking fatter each day! Also the terpenes are starting ramp up and the aroma is getting quite loud! Checked the trichomes again early in the week and decided to harvest next week! Also am going to need to submit my final entry for the GGC2024 event soon! The veg tent has been raging with growth! Been struggling to keep these plants from getting too close to the light. Had to top and super-crop the plants from getting too tall. Oh yea. Two more days until harvest! Set a course Ensign. Maximum warp! Engage! [START OF WEEK 25|18] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 25|18 - Full Bloom Wk9 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 25|18 - Full Bloom Wk9 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 18 - Full Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 17 - Full Bloom Wk9 08/19/24 → 08/25/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~26 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~400 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 28.58 mol/m²/d PPFD: 441 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.10 kPa Soil %: [42.0, 44.4, 35.9, 39.4] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 08/19/24 - Total Days: 175 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 88.2°F [31.2°C] - Humidity: 75.4% - VPD: 1.10 kPa - Soil %: [37, 45, 35, 42] ----------------------------------- - [21:19]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Hot and humid, but growing along nicely! --- Buds are swelling up quite nicely! Frosty and purple with a definitely fuel-like terpene profile! Wow! --- #4 is looking healthier and the leaf damage has seemed to have stopped. --- The same is noticeable for #2. Most of her leaves are still healthy. Some are even turning purple. Nice! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking pretty burnt, but she is still growing. Buds are noticeably larger, so she seems to be liking the higher humidity levels. - [21:21]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:23]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 40% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 32% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 28% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 31% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:41]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:45]: Checked on the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow! The veg growth is just out of control! --- These girls have been topped several times and yet continue to explode with growth! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:49]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Hmm. - [21:52]: Found another malfunctioning soil sensor. Damnit Ensign.. --- This time it was the original #2’s sensor. --- Just like the last one, --- Removed the soil senor and wiped off the soil. --- Then fully disassembled the unit and placed the pieces into a Ziploc bag with a few silica packs. --- I hope this works. Regardless, I have an extra one. But don’t want to use it if I don’t have to. Placed the bag into the tent’s side-pocket pouch for warmth. --- Will check back tomorrow. Day 02 - Tuesday - 08/20/24 - Total Days: 176 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 88.4°F [31.3°C] - Humidity: 75.5% - VPD: 1.11 kPa - Soil %: [39, 45, 36, 42] ----------------------------------- - [18:05]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Another toasty night, but growth is growing! --- Buds are just stacking! Ooo yea! --- The GGC2024 plant is also burnt, but she’s still getting larger. Growth can clearly be better, but buds are starting to mature up nicely! Still have no chance at winning, but simply making to harvest will be more than good enough for me! - [18:07]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [18:09]: Checked on the malfunctioning soil sensor. --- Placed the batteries back in. --- Aye nice! The unit seems to be working now! - [18:11] Placed the sensor back into the original #2’s soil. --- So far the last malfunctioning unit has yet to glitch out again. --- Hoping the same for this one. Again, totally my fault so going to keep growing onwards. - [18:12]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 26% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 23% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 21% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 29% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 26% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [18:19]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [18:32]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [18:41]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 376.8g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [18:49]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 485.2g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [18:53]: Checked on the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Growth is continuing to stretch upwards! Wow! --- Pretty sure I’m going to need to top again soon. - [18:56]: Took the total weight of an original #2 pheno. --- She weighed 200.8g --- It’s been 5 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [19:10]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 337.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [19:21]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [19:45]: Repeated this process again for the #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [19:46]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Time to clip another bud sample for the microscope! --- It’s been 7 days since the last checkup. - [19:55]: Using a pair of trimmers, I gently clipped a small bud sample from each plant. --- Both samples were clipped from a bud sites from the lowest or smallest nodes. --- Using a USB microscope, I carefully examined each bud sample for trichomes. - [20:01]: First the #1 pheno! --- Wow! Trichomes were looking pretty damn cloudy! Most areas look completely opaque and white a tiny bit of clear. Couldn’t really find any amber trichomes. - [20:05]: As for the #2 pheno, --- Trichomes were similar to #1 with mostly cloudy with some clear. There was also a tiny bit of ambering starting to form. - [20:08]: Last but not least, the #4 pheno, --- Trichomes were mostly cloudy with some clear throughout. No signs of amber trichomes. --- Based on both the trichomes and the locations where there the samples were taken, still planning on harvesting in exactly one week! --- Ah yea! 7 days until harvest! --- If all goes well, next week will be the big harvest week for this grow with the final chop on Tuesday! --- As far as the next grow, been gathering the components for my first scrog grow! --- Recently visited the local home improvement store for 1” PVC piping and corner fittings. Also got some 1” self-drilling screws (wanted stainless steel but could only find zinc which should be fine but may start rusting). Also got a tape measure and a PVC pipe cutter. --- Already received the mason string for the scrog netting via Amazon so should have all I need now to start building! --- Eventually plan to build the scrog frame and will do a test install (have a set of flag-pole clips that I’m hoping to use). --- Getting hyped! --- Maximum warp Ensign! Engage! Day 03 - Wednesday - 08/21/24 - Total Days: 177 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 88.7°F [31.5°C] - Humidity: 75.6% - VPD: 1.11 kPa - Soil %: [45, 45, 38, 42] ----------------------------------- - [22:00]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Still hot and humid in the garden but growth is improving! --- Hyped on the bud growth! Buds are swelling and looking purple and frosty! --- The GGC2024 plant was looking okay. Could be way better, but buds are thickening up and looking good. Onwards! --- Oh! Recently tried the bud samples from the first trichome check and wow! The terpene flavor is definitely on the earthy fuel side! Ooo yea! --- Overly hyped for this grow cycle and even more stoked for the next! --- Let’s go! - [22:03]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [22:06]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 39% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 25% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 38% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [22:13]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [22:23]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Wow! Leaf damage aside, bud growth is continuing to impress! #4 has several branches with colas maturing and stacking up nicely! Ooo yea! - [22:38]: Checked on the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking absolutely incredible my girls! Some yellowing which may be due to all the new growth, but wow! Perky and healthy looking to me! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [22:46]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:09]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:24]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Ooo yea! --- With 6 more days until harvest, really need to start planning out the next grow. --- Since I am also drying in the same tent, I have about a month before the next cycle, getting stoked! With Fall weather approaching, I’m hoping by the next cycle, the local weather temps will be lower and more manageable for flowering plants. --- So far planning on flowering out all 6 phenos in fabric pots, but will be keeping clones of the best two. So far, this is #2 and #4, but this may change after the smoke. --- Onwards Ensign! Day 04 - Thursday - 08/22/24 - Total Days: 178 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 87.8°F [31.0°C] - Humidity: 74.9% - VPD: 1.11 kPa - Soil %: [42, 44, 37, 41] ----------------------------------- - [16:45]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Hot and humid, but the garden is looking good! --- Burnt leaves aside, bud colas are starting to form and fatten up! Nice! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking burnt but buds are growing along. - [16:47]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [16:47]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 38% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 36% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 31% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [16:56]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [17:00]: Checked on the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow the girls are getting tall! --- Growth looks great! Green and happy! --- Getting a bit too close to the light again. Probably going to top again. --- Going to water the transplanted clones. - [17:07]: Filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #2’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [17:17]: Repeated this process again for the original #1 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [17:21]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Ah yea! Only 5 more days until the big chop! --- Hyped! --- Oops! --- Almost forgot to take the weekly reading! --- Let’s go! - [18:02]: Took general PPFD readings. --- #1 was around 410 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 26.57 mol/m²/d --- #2 was around 441 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 28.58 mol/m²/d --- #3 was around 132 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 8.55 mol/m²/d --- #4 was around 427 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 27.67 mol/m²/d --- Raised the GGC2024 plant to about the same height as the rest of the canopy. --- Then checked the PPFD readings which was around 433 μmol/m²/s which gives a DLI of 28.06 mol/m²/d - [18:14]: Took the weekly height and light distance measurements. --- #1 was about 35.25" tall. --- #2 was about 34.5" tall. --- #3 was about 20.5" tall. --- #4 was about 35.5" tall. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 11.25" tall. --- #1 was about 10.5" away from the grow light. --- #2 was about 11" away from the grow light. --- #3 was about 15" away from the grow light. --- #4 was about 13" away from the grow light. --- Also checked the GGC2024 plant which was about 14.5" away from the grow light. --- With the big harvest day less than a week away, these will be the final readings for this grow cycle. --- Wow what a grow season! --- Summer cycles are always rough but with the added humidity, this one has been the most intense. --- Just gotta keep growing forward! Day 05 - Friday - 08/23/24 - Total Days: 179 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 87.2°F [30.7°C] - Humidity: 74.6% - VPD: 1.10 kPa - Soil %: [46, 44, 32, 41] ----------------------------------- - [22:39]: Late night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Another hot night in the garden! With a few more weeks before fall, hoping that the local weather cools down soon. --- Growth is looking great! Leaves are still burnt. --- Buds are still looking great and are multiple colas are forming! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking pretty good. She is still looking stressed, but buds are still growing. Growth can always be better, but still stoked none the less! As a beginner, I honestly did not expect to make it this far. --- Looking back at my past grows, this is by far going to be the largest harvest I’ve ever had! --- Ooo yea! Only 4 more days until harvest! --- Already planning out the next cycle and will be assembling the custom scrog net soon. --- Anyways, - [22:41]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [22:44]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 38% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 26% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 21% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 28% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 24% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [22:57]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [23:08]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp Lotus Cal/Mag --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [23:18]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. --- Ooo yea! Buds are just wreaking with terps! Definitely am getting a gassy fuel-like profile! --- Also bud growth definitely looks ready for harvest! --- For this cycle, going to let these ripen up a bit longer than usual. --- As an aspiring breeder, I’m searching for my first keeper! --- The added time for harvest will further stress the cultivar and is a good ways to check for intersex traits. --- Any males or seeds found are an immediate disqualification from the possible candidates. - [23:21]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 365.4g --- It’s been 3 days since her last watering. --- Going for a dry weight of around 235g before watering back to around 325g --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:36]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 486.0g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [23:40]: Checked on the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow! These girls are stretching! --- Time to top again! - [23:47]: Using a pair of clean trimmers, --- Gently removed more top growth. - [+00:35]: Done! --- Tried to lower the canopy while keeping the top sites as level as possible. --- Also super-cropped a few branches. --- Growth for the most part is nice and green! There were a few yellowing leaves towards the bottom, but plan to top dress soon which should help. --- Anyways, --- Found a few solo cups that need watering. Let’s go!! - [+01:28]: Took the total weight of a #1 pheno. --- She weighed 227.5g --- It’s been 8 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [+01:40]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 336.1g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [+01:41]: Repeated this process for an original #1 and #2 pheno. --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g - [+01:46]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Veg Tent [3x3] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Vegetative [18/6]' Schedule for the grow light. ------ Increased the MAX from 1 to 2 - [+01:48]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Wow what a night! --- Gotta keep growing forward! Onwards Ensign! Day 06 - Saturday - 08/24/24 - Total Days: 180 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 85.7°F [29.8°C] - Humidity: 74.0% - VPD: 1.08 kPa - Soil %: [43, 44, 33, 39] ----------------------------------- - [21:12]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Looking absolutely incredible my ladies! --- Bud colas are ripening up quite nicely! --- The GGC2024 looks burnt but buds are looking good! --- Still hot and humid in the garden, but just going to continue on! - [21:14]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [21:20]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 38% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 41% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 33% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 28% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 40% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [21:31]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 2 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [21:43]: Checked on the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Growth is looking great my girls! --- Hmm, noticing a bit of yellowing on #1’s top growth. Can this be heat stress from the light? --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:45]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:07]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Wow! A lot is happening fast! --- Only 3 more days until harvest! --- Continuing to plan out the next cycle which will be a scrog of 4 phenos. --- Since this is also my first pheno hunt, am overly stoked to start my first smoke testing! This is of course all in the name of science. Hyped to potentially find my first keeper! If not, then that’s okay. The hunt will continue on for my unicorns! Day 07 - Sunday - 08/25/24 - Total Days: 181 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 85.4°F [29.7°C] - Humidity: 73.5% - VPD: 1.08 kPa - Soil %: [42, 44, 40, 29] ----------------------------------- - [19:39]: Night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Ah yea! Looking quite done my girls! --- Bud colas are looking purple and thick! --- Really stoked to try both #4 and #4! The frost is just insane! --- The GGC2024 plant is looking about done as well. Buds are looking nice and frosty! --- Only 2 more days until harvest! Ooo yea! - [19:43]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [19:45]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 37% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 26% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 32% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] - [20:00]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), --- Poured 4 cups of the solution down EB1’s fill tube. --- Poured 3 cups of the solution down EB2’s fill tube. - [20:09]: Filled a pitcher with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/32tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp Lotus Cal/Mag --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. - [20:15]: Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [20:18]: Took the total weight of the GGC2024 (a #1 pheno). --- She weighed 413.7g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:30]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 503.5g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:32]: Checked the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Looking nice and perky! --- There does seem to be something going on with #1 with her top leaves, but everything is looking good! --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [20:44]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/16tsp Lotus Cal/Mag --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:07]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:10]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Wow what a grow week! Almost harvest time! Been hot this summer, but still growing forward. --- Anyways, --- Onwards Ensign! --- Set a course for harvest! Engage!! [END OF WEEK 25|18]

Introduction - Week 26|19 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9666.86, Ooo yea! Another grow cycle has been completed! Harvested the 4x4 tent and now starting the dry phase! As usual, going to be logging the entire process until the final dry weight. Absolutely surprised on the harvested wet weights and am stoked for the final dry weights! Been focusing my attention more on the 3x3 veg tent and plan to start prepping them for the next grow cycle! If all goes well, for the next grow log, plan to dive straight into scrogging and will only be vegging for a week or two before flipping to flower! Thankfully the local weather seems to finally be cooling off. Still warmer than I’d like for drying, but gonna keep growing forward. Since this week was mainly a dry week, may start trimming by the end of next week. This grow is flying by at warp speed! Anyways, onwards to next week! [START OF WEEK 26|19] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 26|19 - HARVEST Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 26|19 - HARVEST Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 19 - Full Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 18 - HARVEST 08/26/24 → 09/01/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~26 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~400 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 28.58 mol/m²/d PPFD: 441 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.13 kPa Soil %: [34.7, 30.0, 37.1, 33.0] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 08/26/24 - Total Days: 182 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 87.1°F [30.6°C] - Humidity: 74.5% - VPD: 1.10 kPa - Soil %: [37, 30, 38, 35] ----------------------------------- - [22:59]: Late night check on the 4x4 flower tent. --- Garden is looking heat burnt, but buds are looking frosty! --- Wow! Bud growth is really purpling up! --- These plants look more than ready to be harvested! --- May have went a bit far for #2, but stoked none the less. - [23:03]: Checked down both fill tubes. --- Both reservoirs were completely dry! - [23:05]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 37% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] --- 38% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 30% - [CH04 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 34% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 42% - [CH08 SCP - Global Grow Cup 2024 #1] --- Since tomorrow is harvest day, not going to water anything. - [23:09]: Checked on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Ooo yea! Veg tent is continuing to rage with growth! Although I think the top is getting a bit of light burn. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [23:13]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Ooo yea! --- Recently tried the batch of samples from the second trichome check and am overly hyped that there is a potential keeper! Getting definite fuel and earthy terpene profiles! --- One. --- More. --- Day! Day 02 - Tuesday - 08/27/24 - Total Days: 183 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 87.2°F [30.7°C] - Humidity: 72.5% - VPD: 1.20 kPa - Soil %: [37, 30, 37, 28] ----------------------------------- - [17:42]: HARVEST DAY! --- Ooo yea! Garden is looking ripe and ready for harvest! --- Bud colas are just stacked and frosty! --- Wow what an adventure this grow season has been! --- The weather is still hot and humid in the garden, but local weather does start to feel like it’s cooling down. I think. --- Gotta keep on growing! --- Before the harvest, decided to adjust the tent environment for drying. - [17:53]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Switched the 'Flower [12/12]' Schedule to 'Drying [0/24].’ --- For the Grow Light (Mars Hydro FC-6500): ------ The Mode is temporarily set to ‘Continuous On Mode’ ------ The Max value is set to 1 --- For the Exhaust Fan (AC Infinity CloudLine T6): ------ The Mode to ‘Continuous Auto’ ------ The Humidity HIGH trigger’s value is set to 70% ------ The Humidity buffer value is set to 3% --- For the Humidifier (AC Infinity CloudForge T7): ------ The Mode is set to ‘Continuous Auto’ ------ The Low value is set to 53% ------ The Minimum/Maximum value is set to 0/8 ------ The Temperature buffer value is set to 3% - [18:17]: Going to defoliate a bit. --- Using a pair of clean trimmers, --- Removed as many of the damaged leaves as possible. --- Focused mainly on #2 and #4. - [19:33]: Also defoliated the GGC2024 plant. --- Removed the soil sensor, garden wires, and binder clips. --- Time to film the final submission video! - [20:12]: Using my phone’s camera, I filmed a video showing off the plant from all angles along with measuring of several buds. Also had to show the roots by lifting the plant out of the container. --- For the final submission, also needed to take 8 photos. - [20:35]: Finally, time to HARVEST! --- Going to be harvesting all 6 plants, but will be logging weight data for only the main plants. --- Using a basic hacksaw, --- Cut the base of each plant and hung them upside down. --- This time, going to do two trim passes. Going to try wet trimming. --- Using a pair of clean trimmers, defoliated all of the damaged leaves. --- Also removed most of the fan leaves. --- Mulched the trimmings onto the top soil of both EarthBoxes. --- Each plant was attached to the light using garden yo-yos. --- Also raised the light up a bit more. --- Pretty much raised it as high as it will go (just under the carbon filter). --- Once the plants are fully dried, will do a second (dry) trim pass before curing in glass jars. --- Okay! Time to weight the main 3 plants! --- One at a time, - [23:14]: Using a fish hook-scale, --- Took the wet weight for #1: ------ She weighed 6.2oz (175.76g) --- Took the wet weight for #2: ------ She weighed 9.3oz (263.65g) --- Took the wet weight for #4: ------ She weighed 19.4oz (549.98g) --- Also took the wet weight for the GGC2024 plant. ------ She weighed 1.1oz (31.18g) --- #4 clearly is the winner for both overall health and biomass. --- She weighs more than the combined total of the rest of the 3 phenos. Wow! --- The 5-gallon fabric pot has crushed two 9-gallon EarthBoxes. Both surprised and impressed! --- Getting even more hyped for the next grow! All the plants will be growing in 5 and 7-gallon fabric pots. --- Anyways, --- Since I’m harvesting a full tent, going to hang them stationary and won’t be using any spinners. --- Just like the last dry cycle, going to be leaving the soil in the tent. --- For air circulation, have a fan both above and below the drying plants. --- The top fan is angled up towards the ceiling while the bottom fan is angled down towards the floor. --- Hopefully this will create enough in-direct air movement to prevent molding or bud rot. - [23:22]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Drying [0/24]' Schedule for the grow light. ------ Switched the Mode from ‘Continuous On’ to ‘Continuous Off’ --- Another grow cycle complete! --- Now for the 10-14 day slow dry. --- Let the drying begin! - [23:32]: Checked on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Looking great my ladies! Growth is looking green for the most part. --- Starting to see some deficiencies, but have been intentionally neglecting and starving these plants to stretch out the phase. --- Still need to wait a good two weeks before placing these girls into flower. This may seem like a lot of time, but while working a fulltime job, my perception of the passage of time has been accelerated. Days tend to blend together and weeks have been flying by at warp speed! --- Anyways, --- Had to swap out the batteries for a soil sensor. --- Also relocated and renamed two of the sensors. - [23:47]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 34% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 21% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 28% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 29% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 22% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Going to need to charge and swap out the battery again soon. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. --- Going to water the plants in the 1-gallon pots. - [23:55]: Filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #2’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [+00:08]: Repeated this process again for the original #1 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [+00:09]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Smooth sailing for the next month or so. I hope. --- During the next two-week dry cycle, going to shift my focus to the vegging ladies. --- Also need to start assembling the scrog net soon. --- Tomorrow begins the first day of drying! Day 03 - Wednesday - 08/28/24 - Total Days: 184 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 82.8°F [28.2°C] - Humidity: 69.2% - VPD: 1.16 kPa - Soil %: [34, 30, 36, 36] ----------------------------------- - [22:10]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Day one of drying! --- Looking quite nice! --- No signs of mold. --- Really glad that I decided to wet trim. Even though I’ll probably have less trim-shake for smoking, the wet trimming should make the dry trimming a lot easier. - [22:12]: Checked on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Growing along green and happy! There is still some sort of leaf stress, but growth looks perky! --- Top growth is still also a yellow. May need to raise the light up a bit more soon. - [22:17]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 34% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 27% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 24% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 23% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 26% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 36% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Obviously the values for CH01 and CH02 are now somewhat irrelevant, but the sensors are still in the EarthBoxes. --- Time for another full round of watering! Going to water all three of the 5-gallon pots. - [22:34]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:07]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:14]: Filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #2’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:20]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #1 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Still need to water all three solo cups, let’s go! - [23:21]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 238.6g --- It’s been 5 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [23:57]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 345.8g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. --- Repeated this process for the other original #1 along with the original #2 pheno. --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g - [23:58]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 04 - Thursday - 08/29/24 - Total Days: 185 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 82.3°F [27.9°C] - Humidity: 69.3% - VPD: 1.14 kPa - Soil %: [34, 30, 36, 35] ----------------------------------- - [18:11]: Evening check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Drying along nicely! --- Day 2 of drying and still no signs of mold. Great! --- Still warmer than preferred, but humidity levels look good. - [18:15]: Checked on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Looking good my girls! --- Top growth still looks a bit yellow. --- But wow growth is just exploding! These ladies are getting too tall again! - [18:18]: Decided to raise the light up. --- Using the rope ratchets, gently raised the light up a few more inches. --- The light is now just under the propagation dome. - [18:34]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 34% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 39% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 47% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. --- Going to continue to raise the overall soil moisture levels for the fabric pots. Time for another round of watering! - [18:48]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [19:15]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [19:20]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 05 - Friday - 08/30/24 - Total Days: 186 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 82.3°F [27.9°C] - Humidity: 69.4% - VPD: 1.13 kPa - Soil %: [34, 30, 35, 36] ----------------------------------- - [21:05]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Day 3 in the dry tent and everything is looking great! --- Buds look mold free and moisture levels look good. To hopefully help with the higher dry temps, am using slightly higher humidity levels. - [21:14]: Checked on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Growth is looking pretty good! --- Still some slight leaf issues, but overall growth is looking perky and green! - [21:22]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 34% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 41% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:26]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 06 - Saturday - 08/31/24 - Total Days: 187 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.5°F [27.5°C] - Humidity: 70.5% - VPD: 1.06 kPa - Soil %: [34, 30, 35, 32] ----------------------------------- - [21:46]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Looking good! Still no mold! --- Been 4 days since harvest and all plants are drying along nicely. - [21:48]: Checked on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Growth is just raging! Wow! --- Still can see some top leaf damage, but plan to top once more anyways. --- Just going to let it grow! - [21:54]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 33% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 34% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 32% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 29% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 38% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Full round of watering is needed, let’s go! - [22:41]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:41]: Repeated this process again for #3, #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:47]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 07 - Sunday - 09/01/24 - Total Days: 188 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.8°F [27.7°C] - Humidity: 69.0% - VPD: 1.13 kPa - Soil %: [33, 30, 43, 29] ----------------------------------- - [19:59]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Ooo yea! Drying along quite nicely! --- Day 5 and everything is looking frosty! --- Can really smell the chlorophyll in the air! --- This is good because the breakdown process has begun. Nice! --- Almost halfway through the dry and still no signs of mold. --- Not much else to do but wait. - [20:05]: Checked on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Ooo yea these girls are stretching! --- Growth has pretty much almost reached the light again! --- Still going to wait a bit longer before topping. - [20:07]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 33% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 42% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 37% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Time for another round of watering! - [20:16]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [20:47]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Pretty simple week in the garden! --- Although the vegging plants are really starting to get too big. Need to top soon. --- Anyways, Onwards to next week Ensign! [END OF WEEK 26|19]

Introduction - Week 27|20 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9685.98, A pretty simple dry week! Not much to do but wait! Been pretty warm in the dry tent but nothing I can do. Regardless, buds are drying along very nicely! Ooo yea! Also got some Zaza genetics for the seed collection! Plan to eventually incorporated these into my first breeding project. But one impossible task at a time. Back in the 3x3 tent, did a pretty heavy defoliation and lollipopping before top dressed all fabric pots. Also raised the grow light up a bit. This week was mainly tending to the veg tent and been trying to increase the soil moisture averages. By the end of the week, growth really started to ramp up! Plan to end this log soon. But plan to continue on in the next one! Keep growing forward Ensign! Onwards to next week! [START OF WEEK 27|20] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 27|20 - Dry Wk1 Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 27|20 - Dry Wk1 Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 20 - Full Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 19 - Dry Wk1 09/02/24 → 09/08/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~0 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~0 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 0.00 mol/m²/d PPFD: 000 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.32 kPa Soil %: [32.9, 31.0, 40.3, 33.9] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 09/02/24 - Total Days: 189 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 83.3°F [28.5°C] - Humidity: 67.9% - VPD: 1.23 kPa - Soil %: [33, 31, 40, 28] ----------------------------------- - [19:02]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Ooo yea! Day 6 in the dry tent wow these plants look incredible! --- No mold and the buds are looking beautiful! --- Can already tell that the wet trim really is going to make the dry trim a lot easier! --- Absolutely stoked for the final weights! - [19:10]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Growth is looking out of control! --- Top is still a bit light or heat burned, but the rest of the growth is perky and green! --- They’re getting too close to the light! Need to top, but not quite yet. --- Might super-crop? --- Hmm. --- Oops! Swapped out the battery for a soil sensor. The replacement is low but will have to do. - [19:11]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 33% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 25% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 40% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 36% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] - [19:31]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [19:55]: Repeated this process again for the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:01]: Decided to also super crop the top canopy. --- Using my fingers, I gently bent the tops of all branches above a certain height. --- Tried to lower the canopy by a good 4-6 inches. --- Plan to top soon nays, but need to stretch out the veg growth a bit longer. - [20:16]: Using premixed CalMag water (1/4tsp of Lotus Cal/Mag to 1 gal distilled water), filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto the original #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [20:25]: Took the total weight of the original #2 pheno. --- She weighed 294.4g --- It’s been 2 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [20:35]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 361.7g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [20:40]: Also watered both original #1 phenos. --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g - [20:46]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 02 - Tuesday - 09/03/24 - Total Days: 190 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 83.7°F [28.7°C] - Humidity: 68.1% - VPD: 1.25 kPa - Soil %: [33, 31, 39, 40] ----------------------------------- - [20:06]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Looking great! --- No signs of mold and sugar leaves are all pretty much crispy dry. --- Humidity levels look good --- Stems are not snapping yet which is good. Trying to go for a slow dry. --- Day 7 for drying which is about the halfway point. Could be a few days less or more. - [20:15]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow! All tops are all back to pointing straight up towards the light! --- Signs of what I think is heat stress caused by the light are still present, but most of the growth is nice and green! --- Still plan to top once more anyways. The damaged growth will be topped so not worried about the damage. - [20:17]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 33% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 39% - [CH04 FPT - G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 34% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] - [20:23]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto the original #2’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [20:29]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 03 - Wednesday - 09/04/24 - Total Days: 191 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 83.6°F [28.7°C] - Humidity: 68.3% - VPD: 1.23 kPa - Soil %: [33, 31, 38, 33] ----------------------------------- - [22:09]: Ah yea! --- Got more genetics for the toolbox! --- Ordered more beans for the seed vault! --- Got some ‘Dead Ops OG’ from ‘Zaza Genetics!’ --- These are my first regular seeds and received 13 viable seeds! --- The pack had 14 seeds, but one seed was cracked. --- As an aspiring breeder, I eventually plan to cross and stabilize my own genetics. --- So been learning a lot from both Za (Zaza Genetics) and Rasta Jeff (Irie Genetics). --- Like every great hobby, there are many levels. --- Well breeding is definitely on another level! --- Been learning as much as I can about Punnett squares, filial breeding, backcrossing, reversals, and selfing plants. --- Also the process of creating a stable genetic in-bred line with true heterosis has been a mind opener. --- Also learning the importance of F1 and F2 generations as breeding stock for pheno hunts. Apparently the F1 generation is the only generation where heterosis and genetic vigor can be found. As for the F2 generation, these are where the recessive traits are opened up. --- Similar to cannabis growing, natural agriculture can be referenced for cannabis breeding. The selective breeding process is similar to corn and even dogs. --- Learning about breeding has become my new obsession and feels like learning about growing all over again! --- Breeding is life goal so this is obviously going to be a process. One impossible task at a time Ensign. --- Okay! --- Anyways, - [22:38]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Looking good! Still no mold! --- Day 8 and looking frosty! --- The grassy chlorophyll odor is also starting to subside. Nice! --- Plan to start daily stem snap checks soon. --- Trim day is getting close! - [22:42]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Ooo wow! --- Okay! The veg tent is definitely out of control! --- Wow! Growth has exploded! - [22:52]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 33% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 38% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 29% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. --- Since I plan to top and top dress tomorrow, going to hold off on watering. - [22:55]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 04 - Thursday - 09/05/24 - Total Days: 192 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 85.4°F [29.7°C] - Humidity: 66.8% - VPD: 1.37 kPa - Soil %: [33, 31, 40, 31] ----------------------------------- - [17:00]: Evening check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Day 9! --- Buds are still frosty and looking mold free! --- Drying along and looking great! - [17:06]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Ooo yea! --- Wow these ladies are raging! --- Growth is getting out of control and the canopy is getting thick! Absolutely incredible! --- Wow! #4, #1, and the original #2 phenos have reached the light and seem a lot healthier. - [17:08]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 28% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 27% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 26% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 33% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Okay! Time to top and chop! --- Since this is going be the last topping before flipping to flower (I think), going a bit heavy on this one. - [17:12]: Using a clean pair of trimmers, --- Cut all top growth down a good 10-12 inches. --- Also defoliated and lollipopped the lower growth. --- Mulched the trimmings onto the EarthBoxes in the 4x4 tent. - [18:14]: In preparation for the next cycle, going to top dress all the larger plants now. Going very simple. --- For all four fabric pots, ------ Added 1/2 cup of BuildASoil Craft Blend ------ Added 1 cup of BuildASoil Worm Castings --- Using my fingers, gently tilled the top dress into the straw mulch. --- Time to water! - [18:37]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [19:02]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [19:05]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #3’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Going to also water both 1 gallon pots. Let’s go! - [19:16]: Filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto the original #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [19:23]: Repeated this process again for #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [19:35]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 05 - Friday - 09/06/24 - Total Days: 193 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 86.3°F [30.2°C] - Humidity: 68.3% - VPD: 1.34 kPa - Soil %: [33, 31, 44, 39] ----------------------------------- - [21:20]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Buds are looking nice and still no sign of mold! --- Day 10 and still looking great! - [21:36]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Nice! Looking good ladies! --- Growth is recovering from the topping and defoliation, but wow! For the most part, growth is perky! - [21:38]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 33% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 42% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 37% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 33% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 32% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 42% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:49]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:06]: Repeated this process again for the #1 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:07]: Decided to raise the light up even further. --- Raised it as high as I could. --- Without removing the propagation dome, the light is now at the highest I can place it. --- Nice! The garden now looks a lot better. Need to get a second fan for above canopy circulation. - [22:15]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 06 - Saturday - 09/07/24 - Total Days: 194 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 86.7°F [30.4°C] - Humidity: 68.1% - VPD: 1.36 kPa - Soil %: [33, 31, 41, 35] ----------------------------------- - [20:05]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Ooo yea! Looking and smelling quite nice! --- Day 11 and buds are starting smell a bit terpy! The chlorophyll odor is starting to be replaced by a kushy and earthy profile! --- Going to be trimming soon! - [20:09]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Drying [0/24]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Decreased the Humidity’s HIGH trigger value from 70% to 65% --- Adjusted the ‘Drying [0/24]' Schedule for the humidifier. ------ Increased the Humidity Low target value from 52% to 58% - [20:17]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Wow! Growth is looking perky and happy! --- There does seem to be a bit of yellowing on the #1 pheno, but all around growth is looking great! - [20:35]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 40% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 34% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 37% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 39% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] - [20:58]: Filled a pump sprayer with 5 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Repeated this process again for the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:02]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 07 - Sunday - 09/08/24 - Total Days: 195 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 87.9°F [31.1°C] - Humidity: 67.2% - VPD: 1.46 kPa - Soil %: [32, 31, 40, 31] ----------------------------------- - [19:59]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Smelling good my girls! --- Day 12 of drying and buds are frosty and mold free! --- If all goes well, will be trimming in two days! - [20:05]: Checked on #3 and the vegging clones in the 3x3 tent, --- Nice! Growth is looking great! --- Growth seems to be greening up! --- #1 still has yellowing new growth, but the rest of the plants seem to be greener and perky. - [20:08]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 30% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 34% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 35% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 36% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [20:11]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. [END OF WEEK 27|20]

Introduction - Week 28|21 Summary - Ensign's log, stardate 9705.11, Wow a lot has happened this week! Both trimmed and started the curing process for this grow. Was quite surprised with the final dry weights! Also did a full tent reset and reconfiguration for the next grow. Still need to build the trellis netting along with Oh! Also this will be the final entry for this grow log. Was planning on waiting another week before ending this log, but need to flip these girls into flower as soon as possible! Still have a lot to do! Set a course for a new grow cycle! Maximum warp Ensign! Engage! [START OF WEEK 28|21] ========================================================== Garlic Budder #1 - WEEK 28|21 - Trim → Cure → Reset → End Garlic Budder #2 - WEEK 28|21 - Trim → Cure → Reset → End Garlic Budder #3 - WEEK 21 - Full Veg Garlic Budder #4 - WEEK 20 - Trim → Cure → Reset → End 09/09/24 → 09/15/24 This Week's Estimated Goals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: ~0 mol/m²/d PPFD: ~0 μmol/m²/s VPD: ~1.2 kPa This Week's Meter Readings & Averages [Lights On: 16:00 - 10:00] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DLI: 0.00 mol/m²/d PPFD: 0 μmol/m²/s VPD: 1.31 kPa Soil %: [32.3, 30.3, 36.6, 35.1] ========================================================== Day 01 - Monday - 09/09/24 - Total Days: 196 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 88.1°F [31.2°C] - Humidity: 65.5% - VPD: 1.54 kPa - Soil %: [32, 31, 39, 25] ----------------------------------- - [22:10]: Night check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Day 13 and still no signs of mold. Nice! --- Buds are just glistening with frost! Wow! --- Also the terps are starting ramp up and getting a bit loud! Ooo yea! - [22:14]: Did a quick stem snap test, --- Bent a few branches and got some snaps! --- Not every branch snapped, but that’s okay. --- Screw it! Going to trim tomorrow! --- Going to further decrease the RH down a bit more. - [22:15]: Within the AC Infinity App, --- For the Main Tent [4x4] controller, --- Adjusted the 'Drying [0/24]' Schedule for the exhaust fan. ------ Decreased the Humidity’s HIGH trigger value from 65% to 61% - [22:23]: Checked on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Looking nice my girls! --- Growth is looking incredible! --- Even #1 is looking greener! I think. --- Anyways, - [22:25]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 39% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 17% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 34% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Time for another round of watering, let’s go! - [22:33]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:52]: Repeated this process again for both #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [22:58]: Filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [22:59]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Ooo yea! --- Tomorrow is the big trim day! --- If all goes to plan, will reset and start the new grow cycle next week! --- Lot’s to do! Getting hyped! Day 02 - Tuesday - 09/10/24 - Total Days: 197 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 85.8°F [29.9°C] - Humidity: 64.6% - VPD: 1.47 kPa - Soil %: [32, 31, 38, 43] ----------------------------------- - [16:24]: Evening check on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Looking good my girls! --- Growth is looking great! Wow! --- With about a week or so before the 12/12 flip (also the beginning of the next log), plan to fertilizer feed soon. - [16:26]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 31% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 38% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 31% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 34% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 31% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] - [16:31]: Upgrading the zip-ties on the S33 IonBoard grow light. --- Got some stainless steel clips. --- One at a time, --- Cut a zip-tie and swapped it out with a stainless steel clip. - [16:40]: Looking great! --- Definitely more durable than the plastic zip-ties. --- Both 1-gallons seem to need watering. - [16:57]: Filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added a pinch of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto the original #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [17:04]: Repeated this process again for the #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [15:15]: Evening check on the 4x4 drying tent. --- Ooo yea! --- Still no sign of mold and buds look done and ready for trimming! --- The terps in the air are also a bit louder than yesterday! --- Getting earthy and fuel-like profiles. Wow! --- It’s been a solid 14 days of drying. --- Time for the pre-trim dry weight! --- Using a fish hook scale, - [17:20]: Weighed #1, ------ She weighed 1.6oz (45.35g) --- Her harvested wet weight was 6.2oz (175.76g) which means she lost about 00% of water weight. --- Weighed #2, ------ She weighed 2.5oz (70.87g) --- Her harvested wet weight was 9.3oz (263.65g) which means she lost about 00% of water weight. --- Weighed #4, ------ She weighed 5.1oz (144.58g) --- Her harvested wet weight was 19.4oz (549.98g) which means she lost about 00% of water weight. - [17:26]: Also weighed the GGC2024 plant (solo cup), --- She weighed 0.5oz (14.17g) --- Her harvested wet weight was 1.1oz (31.18g) which means she lost about 00% of water weight. - [17:34]: Okay! Time to start trimming process! --- As always, using a trim tray along with a pair of trimmers to hand trim each bud. Let’s go!! --- Starting with #4, --- Using a pair of trimmers, - [17:54]: Gently clipped all the branches and placed them into the trim bin. --- Trimmed each bud before placing them into mason jars. --- Wow these buds are sticky! --- Had to clean the trimmers multiple times with isopropyl alcohol. --- Also the pre-wet trimming made the dry trimming a whole lot easier. - [20:35]: One plant done! --- Wow! Buds are just frosty with trichomes! Stoked to also see a bit of purple too! --- Anyways, --- Five more plants left. Let’s go! --- Repeated this process for the rest of the phenos. ------ [a few hours later..] - [+03:00]: Woo yea! Done! --- Made sure to mark each jar with the weight and date. --- Here are the final harvested dry weights for this Garlic Budder (from Humboldt Seeds Company) grow: ------ Pheno #1: --------- Trimmed weight: 15.1g (0.53oz) ------ Pheno #2: --------- Trimmed weight: 37.6g (1.32oz) ------ Pheno #4: --------- Trimmed weight: 73.8g (2.60oz) ------ GGC2024 (#1) pheno: --------- Trimmed weight: 2.2g (0.07oz) ------ Both the original #1 and #2 phenos: --------- Trimmed weight: 15.1g (0.53oz) --- This gives a total of 143.8g (5.07oz) in total! --- Also got some extra trim shake along with some dry sifted kief for later. Nice! --- As far as yield, this was not the largest, but still completely stoked! --- Just finished up with my last harvest (~155g) months ago. --- Since the next grow cycle is going be half the time (I hope), this should be more than enough to last until the next harvest. --- Wow what a day! --- Tomorrow begins the curing process, but will definitely start sampling a lot sooner! --- Another grow cycle complete! --- Plan to reset in a couple of days and will begin the new grow cycle in a week or so! --- Maximum warp Ensign, Engage! Day 03 - Wednesday - 09/11/24 - Total Days: 198 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 82.9°F [28.3°C] - Humidity: 65.6% - VPD: 1.29 kPa - Soil %: [32, 30, 37, 40] ----------------------------------- - [22:44]: Checked on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Wow! Growth is just raging! --- Looking quite nice! Growth is perky and ramping up again! - [22:46]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 32% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 30% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 37% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 39% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 30% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 27% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 28% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 39% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] - [23:12]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- All three solo cups seem to need water as well. - [23:44]: Took the total weight of an original #1 pheno. --- She weighed 227.8g --- It’s been 9 days since her last watering. --- Time to water! --- While on a scale, --- Gently misted her straw mulch with distilled water. --- Tried to keep the top growth dry. --- Misted 5-10 sprays. Waited a few seconds, then misted again. - [+00:06]: Repeated this process until the cup weighed 347.5g --- There was no runoff. --- Marked the watering date on the side of the cup. --- Placed her back into the tent. - [+00:08]: Repeated this process for the original #1 and 2. --- Tried to keep the saturated weight around 325-330g - [+00:12]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 04 - Thursday - 09/12/24 - Total Days: 199 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 83.9°F [28.8°C] - Humidity: 64.0% - VPD: 1.42 kPa - Soil %: [24, 22, 36, 37] ----------------------------------- - [10:38]: Ooo yea! Time for another grow reset! --- First need to remove the carbon filter and exhaust fan (AC Infinity T6 CloudLine Pro). The exhaust fan will be reconfigured to pull the air out of the tent instead of pushing it out. --- Did not need to remove the light (Mars Hydro FC-6500), but had to both lower and tilt it to a more vertical angle. --- This makes accessing the exhaust fan and carbon filter a whole lot easier. - [12:59]: Removed both the carbon filter and exhaust fan. --- Did not remove the exhaust vent. --- Made sure to cover the vent with a sheet of carbon filter material. Used a metal clamp to secure it. --- Also did a bit of cable management and re-configured some support straps for the top bars. --- Cleaned the exhaust fan and re-connected the exhaust vent (this time from the outside of the tent). Made sure the exhaust arrow was pointing the right direction. --- Placed the exhaust fan on top of the tent. - [14:03]: Now have the exhaust fan pulling air out of the tent. --- Now both the 4x4 and 3x3 tent have similar exhaust configurations. Nice! --- Also removed and tossed the rubber trellis netting but left the support bars (never actually used the rubber netting as a scrog net). - [14:55]: Raised the light up. --- Looking good! --- Can still raise it higher if needed but once the new plants are in the tent, will probably need to lower the light anyways. --- Lot’s more to do today! Let’s go! - [14:56]: Now that the tent is re-configured, going to start on emptying both EarthBoxes into fabric pots. --- First removed all of the top straw mulch and placed it into a bucket. Plan to re-use the mulch later. --- Also removed the soil sensors and any plant stumps. --- Using my hands, I gently loosened and mixed the top soil before placing it into a bucket (this soil still had some straw). --- Once the top soil was removed, about half of the under soil was placed into the bottom of each Grassroots fabric pot. Then, poured and layered the top soil into each of the pots. Lastly, placed the rest of the soil from both EarthBoxes into the fabric pots. --- Aside from the dry top soil, the rest of the soil felt moist but not wet. More on the drier side, but still nice. --- Anyways, - [17:16]: Cleaned the tent’s floor. --- First vacuumed the floor. --- Then, using some BuildASoil Formula EM-5 (All Natural Garden Cleaning Concentrate) at about a 1:3 ratio (or 1 out of 4 parts) with distilled water, --- Cleaned both the walls and floor of the tent. --- Also vacuumed the lung room. - [17:22]: Placed the fabric pots into the tent. --- There are three 7-gallon and two 5-gallon pots. --- Nice! Both EarthBoxes managed to fill each fabric pot with a good 3-4 inches of extra space for more soil. This should give plenty of room for transplanting. --- For the ACI pot, just broke up the top soil and mixed it the best I could. --- Once the plants are transplanted, if there’s more room, will top off with some fresh BuildASoil 3.0 potting soil. - [20:18]: Evening check on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Wow! Ooo yea! --- Growth is back and is already getting closer to the light again. --- Need to flip these ladies into flower soon! --- Anyways, --- Before checking the sensor data, removed the batteries from both EB1 and EB2 soil sensors. - [20:36]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 00% - [CH01 EB1 - Garlic Budder #1] - Null --- 00% - [CH02 EB2 - Garlic Budder #2] - Null --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 36% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 35% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 35% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] - [20:51]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [21:14]: Repeated this process again for the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [21:17]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. Day 05 - Friday - 09/13/24 - Total Days: 200 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 82.0°F [27.8°C] - Humidity: 67.7% - VPD: 1.18 kPa - Soil %: [36, 31, 36, 36] ----------------------------------- - [22:22]: Night check on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Woah! These girls are stretching upwards fast! --- Growth is really getting wild! Wow! - [22:26]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 36% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 31% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 32% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 30% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 30% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Gong to water in some microbes! - [22:42]: Filled a pitcher with 8 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/4tsp of Recharge --- Mixed the solution and set it aside. --- Filled a measuring cup with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/8tsp of Recharge --- Mixed the solution and poured it straight into a pump sprayer. --- Misted #4’s straw mulch, --- Focused on wetting the straw as evenly as possible. - [23:06]: Repeated this process again for #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:11]: Filled a pump sprayer with 1 cup of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/32tsp of Recharge --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto the original #1’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [23:22]: Repeated this process again for the #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [23:24]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Okay! --- Really want to wait another week before starting the next grow cycle, --- But these ladies are just raging with growth! --- This week will going to have to be the last log entry for this grow. --- Next week begins the new log and new grow cycle! Day 06 - Saturday - 09/14/24 - Total Days: 201 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.7°F [27.6°C] - Humidity: 68.3% - VPD: 1.15 kPa - Soil %: [35, 35, 35, 33] ----------------------------------- - [20:10]: Night check on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Wow looking great my girls! --- Raging and looking perky! - [20:14]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 35% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 36% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 31% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 46% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [20:22]: Filled a pump sprayer with 4 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/64tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] --- Gave the sprayer a good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:36]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. - [20:38]: Time for another board wipe! --- Wow what a journey! --- Looking back over the past 5 weeks, a lot got done! --- Finished flowering and harvested the entire 4x4 tent. --- Also dried and trimmed all the plants along with a full tent reset. --- Still more to do, but am already convinced that perpetual is the way to go for both yield and consistency. --- Aside for the extra equipment costs, the upkeep is about the same as a regular grow (although watering has definitely increased). --- Anyways, stoked for the next 5 weeks! If all goes well, should be about halfway through flower. --- Wow let’s go! Day 07 - Sunday - 09/15/24 - Total Days: 202 ----------------------------------- Daily Averages [~23:00] - Temps: 81.3°F [27.4°C] - Humidity: 68.6% - VPD: 1.12 kPa - Soil %: [35, 32, 35, 32] ----------------------------------- - [18:46]: Night check on the vegging 3x3 tent, --- Wow growth is starting to stretch and is bushing out! --- Plan to rotate these girls into the 4x4 next week so until then, --- Just going to let them grow wild! --- Oops! --- Swapped a battery out for one of the soil sensors. - [18:56]: Checked the Ecowitt soil moisture sensor data: --- 35% - [CH03 GFP - Garlic Budder #3] --- 32% - [CH04 G01 - Original Garlic Budder #1] --- 31% - [CH05 FPT - Garlic Budder #1] --- 29% - [CH06 FPT - Original Garlic Budder #2] --- 33% - [CH07 FPT - Garlic Budder #4] --- 41% - [CH08 G01 - Garlic Budder #2] --- The last grow cycle, been trying to slow down the veg growth, but now it’s time to start feeding these girls again! --- Going for a full feeding with a bit of coconut for added sugars. - [19:41]: Filled a measuring cup and pitcher with 12 cups of distilled water. ------ Added 1/16tsp of Quillaja Saponaria Extract [60] ------ Added 1/8tsp + 1/16tsp of: --------- Horticultural Aloe --------- Big 6 Micronutrients [+ Humic Acid] ------ Added 1/4tsp + 1/8tsp of Mycrobe Complete ------ Added 1/2tsp + 1/4tsp of: --------- Pure Protein Dry [Organic Fish Aminos] --------- Horticultural Coconut --- Mixed the solution and poured 4 cups straight into a pump sprayer. --- Gave the sprayer another good shake before spraying the entire solution onto #4’s straw mulch. --- Focused mainly on the straw. - [20:28]: Repeated this process again for both #1 and the original #2 pheno. --- Focused mainly on the straw. --- Wow this was the most I’ve ever had to mix one time. Need to get another pitcher. --- Anyways, --- Solo cups looked great and did not need watering. - [20:31]: Checked the humidifiers. --- Refilled the humidifiers with distilled water as needed. --- Wow what a grow! --- This is the final entry for this log. --- Another log complete! --- Time to start another! Next week will be a preparation week for the next grow cycle. --- Also the next grow will be a scrog run! --- Everything is happening at warp speed! --- Anyways, --- Until the next grow log, --- LLAP. [END OF WEEK 28|21]