Gelato-K

Week 5 – Plant Update What a difference a week makes! After last week’s topping, I was expecting the plant to bush out more—but instead, she decided to shoot for the stars! 🌱✨ Growth Explosion The vertical growth this week has been insane. She’s stretched significantly, with strong and healthy stems. The side branches are catching up as well, giving her a balanced and vigorous structure. Clearly, she’s enjoying life right now. What I Did Light Distance: Adjusted the light to maintain an optimal distance (around 30–40 cm) to prevent excessive stretch. Nutrients: Increased phosphorus and potassium slightly to support stem strength and prepare for future flowering. Support Training: Added a bit of low-stress training (LST) to control the height and encourage lateral growth. Observations The topping seems to have triggered an incredible growth spurt. No signs of stress or deficiencies—just a plant that's eager to grow! She’s now around 20% taller than last week. Next Steps I’m keeping an eye on the height to make sure she doesn’t outgrow the tent. Depending on her behavior next week, I might need to consider additional LST or supercropping to manage her canopy. Conclusion This girl is determined to reach for the top! Excited to see how she develops as she transitions to the next phase. 🌟 Any advice on managing stretch during this phase? Drop your tips below! 👇 Stay tuned for more updates! 😊