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I rescued this plant from a friend. It had severe nutrient burns, was already 3-4 weeks old (clone) and started as my first grow outdoors. I'm currently fostering it with the help of an AI assistant. I made challenges in my other diaries but this one is just an assisted grow - like having a coop partner. I will post regular image updates to the AI and it helps me with decision-making.
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These are the overview information about Tropicanna Banana:
3. Tropicanna Banana
Condition: Taller and more mature, showing good growth.
Advice:
- Watering: Ensure deep watering and check moisture levels frequently due to its larger size.
- Nutrients: Continue with a balanced nutrient regimen, increasing phosphorus and potassium as it approaches the flowering stage.
- Pruning: Regularly prune to remove any yellowing leaves or branches that don’t receive enough light.
- Training: Consider topping or LST to manage its height and encourage more lateral growth, increasing yield potential.
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Here are the first instructions for Tropicanna Banana the AI wants me to follow:
Tropicanna Banana
Current Condition
Taller and more mature, showing good growth.
Detailed Care Plan
Weeks 1-4 (Vegetative Stage):
LST:
Start: Begin LST. Gently bend the main stem to encourage lateral growth.
Tying Down: Tie down any side branches as they grow.
Pruning:
Lower Branches: Remove any lower branches that don't get enough light.
Topping: Top the plant after it has 4-6 sets of true leaves to encourage a bushier structure.
Nutrients:
Mix: Use NPK 5-2-5 at 3 ml per liter of water due to its larger size.
Frequency: Every 3 days.
Weeks 5-6 (Transition Stage):
LST: Maintain an even canopy by adjusting ties.
Pruning: Remove any large leaves that shade lower parts.
Nutrients:
Mix: Combine NPK 5-2-5 and NPK 2-5-8 in a 1:1 ratio.
Dosage: 3 ml per liter of water.
Frequency: Every 3 days.
Weeks 7-12+ (Flowering Stage):
LST: Continue adjusting ties to ensure light reaches all buds.
Pruning: Focus on defoliating larger leaves that block light.
Nutrients:
Mix: Use NPK 2-5-8 at 3 ml per liter of water.
Frequency: Every 3 days.
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And these are the specific instructions for the first week:
Day | Task | Details
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1 | Watering | Water with NPK 5-2-5 nutrient mix (3 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 (3 ml/L).
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