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As you enter Week 9 of your cannabis grow, this is typically the ripening phase for many autoflowers or photoperiod strains with shorter flowering periods. Here’s how to manage your plants effectively and integrate the use of Athena Fade if applicable: Key Focus Areas Trichome Inspection Monitor trichome development to determine harvest readiness. Look for milky trichomes transitioning to amber, which indicates peak THC potency. Use a jeweler's loupe or digital microscope for accuracy. Nutrient Adjustments If using Athena Fade, introduce it into your feeding schedule. This product helps to reduce nitrogen, enhance terpene profiles, and improve the quality of the final yield. Gradually decrease other nutrients to encourage the plant to use its stored resources, leading to a smoother smoke. Watering Reduce watering slightly to avoid excessive moisture in the root zone, which can lead to root rot during this critical stage. Ensure runoff is minimal to maintain optimal coco EC levels. Environmental Controls Temperature: Maintain around 24°C during the day and allow slight nighttime drops to mimic natural autumn conditions. Humidity: Lower to 50-45% to reduce the risk of mold and improve resin production. Lighting: Keep lights at a high PPFD (700–900), but ensure proper distance to avoid bleaching or heat stress. Support for Heavy Buds Use stakes, ties, or netting to support colas as they bulk up during these final weeks. Using Athena Fade Athena Fade is designed to optimize flavor, aroma, and overall quality. Here’s how to integrate it: Timing: Start using Fade in the nutrient solution at the beginning of Week 9 (or when 10–14 days from harvest). Dosage: Follow the recommended guidelines from Athena for your setup. Typically, this involves adding Fade to your water or nutrient solution at full strength. Goal: It helps to clear out excess nutrients (especially nitrogen) and enhances senescence, where plants naturally fade in color. Observations to Record Color Changes: Leaves may start yellowing naturally as nutrients are depleted. Trichome Status: Log daily observations of trichome colors. Aroma and Resin: Note any increase in terpene intensity and resin stickiness.