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While Blueberry#1 keeps growing fast, so I could start LST early, Blueberry#2 looks small with little signs of burns. I started adjusting the nutrients for this week as the AI suggested for Blueberry#2 (.5ml/L) - and did the same myself for Blueberry#1 (1ml/L).
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This is the overview information about Blueberry#2 for this week from the AI:
Identification
This plant is Blueberry #2.
Assessment
Condition: The plant looks healthy with vibrant green leaves. The leaves appear to be slightly wet, possibly from recent watering or misting.
Growth Stage: This plant seems to be in the early vegetative stage, with well-formed leaves indicating good initial growth.
Planting Timeline
Initial Planting: You mentioned the new arrivals were planted recently, specifically within the last week.
Time Since Planting: Assuming the photo was taken today, the plants have likely been in the ground for about 1 week.
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These are the detailed information based on the pictures:
Condition Assessment
Visual Observations:
Leaves:
The leaves appear to be curling slightly at the edges.
There is some yellowing at the tips of a few leaves.
Overall, the leaves look slightly stressed, potentially indicating an environmental issue or nutrient imbalance.
Growth:
The plant is relatively small, indicating it is still in the early vegetative stage.
The new growth appears green and healthy, but overall growth seems a bit slow.
Potential Issues and Recommendations
Watering:
Observation: The soil looks wet, which is good, but overwatering can also cause leaf curl and yellowing.
Action: Ensure the soil is moist but not waterlogged. Let the top inch of soil dry out between waterings.
Nutrients:
Observation: The yellowing tips might indicate a nutrient imbalance or slight nutrient burn.
Action: Stick to the nutrient schedule, using NPK 5-2-5 at 2 ml/L every three days. Monitor the plant's response and adjust if the yellowing persists.
Environmental Stress:
Observation: High temperatures or strong direct sunlight can cause leaf curl.
Action: Ensure the plant gets adequate sunlight but consider providing some shade during the hottest part of the day to prevent heat stress.
General Health:
Observation: New growth looks healthy, indicating the plant is still developing despite some stress signs.
Action: Continue regular monitoring for pests and signs of disease.
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And these are the specific instructions for this week:
Day | Task | Details
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1 | Watering | Water with NPK 5-2-5 nutrient mix (0.5 ml/L). Ensure soil is moist but not waterlogged.
2 | Monitoring | Check soil moisture. Adjust watering if necessary.
3 | LST Preparation | Identify the main stem and gently start bending it. Secure with soft string or pipe cleaner.
4 | Watering | Water with plain water if soil is dry.
5 | Pruning | Remove any lower leaves that are touching the soil.
6 | Monitoring | Check for signs of stress or pests. Adjust LST ties if needed.
7 | Watering | Water with NPK 5-2-5 nutrient mix (0.5 ml/L).
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The AI even made a little visual representation about the LST process. I thought it would be interesting to add