Strawberry Banana (Green Nuggets Seeds)

Stretching, Training, and Defoliation Madness! Hey growers! We’re officially 14 days into flower, and the garden is looking absolutely stellar. After flipping to a 12/12 light cycle, the plants are really starting to stretch, and we’ve been busy making adjustments to keep everything on track. Here’s what went down this week: Environment Details: Maintaining the right environment has been a top priority, and things are dialed in pretty well: Daytime Temps: Holding steady at 27˚C (80.6˚F), which is perfect for photosynthesis and keeping those plants thriving during the stretch. Humidity: Sitting at 55%, which keeps the plants happy while avoiding excessive moisture that could lead to mold or mildew. Lights: Running full power on the LEDs, keeping about 40-50 cm (16-20 inches) of distance from the canopy. Training Update – SCROG in Full Effect: I’ve been putting in some work this week! With the stretch in full swing, I’ve been tying down branches like a mad scientist to fill out the SCROG net and ensure all the bud sites get equal exposure to light. The horizontal growth is coming along beautifully—those secondary branches are shooting up to catch the light, which means some serious bud stacking is on the horizon. The SCROG is working wonders for evening out the canopy and maximizing light efficiency. So far, the plant response has been excellent—almost no signs of stress from the training. Defoliation – Bye Bye Leaves: This was also the week for some heavy defoliation. I cleared out two full bags of leaves from the lower canopy! Why? To improve airflow, reduce humidity pockets, and redirect the plant’s energy toward the upper bud sites where the magic happens. Flower Development: At 14 days, the plants are transitioning beautifully into flower: Pistils: White hairs are popping out all over the nodes, forming the first flower clusters. Trichomes: A frosty layer is starting to develop on the sugar leaves—early signs that resin production is kicking into gear. Stretch: The plants have gained a solid 10-15 cm (4-6 inches) in height this week, typical for this stage of flowering. What’s Next? For Week 3, I’ll be focusing on: Continuing SCROG adjustments to obtain an even canopy. Monitoring trichome and pistil development as the buds start stacking. Keeping the environment steady—holding 27˚C and 50-55% humidity to avoid any hiccups. Final Thoughts: This grow is shaping up to be something special! The plants are responding great to training, the SCROG net is filling in nicely, and the flowers are starting to take shape. Clearing out those leaves has the tent looking clean and ready for serious bud production. Can’t wait to see what Week 3 brings—drop a comment if you’ve got tips or questions. Let’s keep this grow rolling! 🌱✨