Ztrawberries Auto FBs

Report from week 1: The plants are doing well and have reached a height of about 7 cm. However, since the stems were slightly thin and started stretching (“leggy growth”), fresh soil was added to support the stems and reduce plant height. The lamp was set to a distance of 30 cm and will remain there until the plants stop stretching excessively. The water containers were removed from the tent, and the exhaust fan was turned on to regulate the climate. Additionally, two fans were activated to ensure sufficient air circulation and strengthen the stems. The daytime temperature is stable at around 23.5 °C, with the humidity maintained at 65%. During the first days, the soil around the plants was only sprayed with water. Now, approximately 0.3 liters of water is given every two days to meet the plants’ moisture needs.

Report from week 2: The plants have now reached a height of 12cm, look healthy, and the leaves are developing excellently. The lighting remained at 25% (50 watts), providing ideal conditions for growth. The daytime temperature remains stable at 23.5°C. Watering was maintained at 300ml every two days, keeping the soil sufficiently moist. After the exhaust fan was turned on, the humidity initially dropped to 50%. To counter this, four water containers were placed inside the tent, raising the humidity back to 65%. So far, no fertilizer has been used, and no training has been applied, as the plants are still drawing all necessary nutrients from the soil. They have responded well to the added soil and are now developing noticeably thicker stems. Overall, the plants are thriving and well-prepared for vigorous growth in the next phase.

Report of week 3: The plants have continued to develop excellently and have now reached a height of 21 cm. The stems have a stable diameter of approximately 12 mm and appear very robust. The leaves are forming abundantly, showing healthy and vigorous growth. Humidity was consistently maintained between 55-60% throughout the week. At the beginning of the week, the plants were watered with 500 ml every two days, but by the end of the week, this amount was increased to 1 liter every two days to meet their growing water needs. The lighting was increased to 75% (150 watts) by the end of the third week to further promote growth. Additionally, the plants were fertilized for the first time using the BioBizz schedule, with 2 ml of BioBizz Grow per liter of water. By the end of week 3, the plants reached the Scrog net, marking the start of training in the coming week. The plants are in excellent condition and well-prepared for the next phase of growth.

Report of week 4: The plants have now reached a height of about 30 cm, developed an impressive number of leaves, and have sturdy, massive stems with a diameter of approximately 2 cm. Some roots are already starting to push through the grow pots. The first flower sites have also appeared, and it has been confirmed that all three plants are female. The lighting remained at 75% (150 watts), and the plants continue to be watered with 1 liter every two days. Humidity was consistently maintained between 50-55%. Fertilization followed the BioBizz schedule, using 2 ml of BioBizz Grow and 1 ml of BioBizz Bloom per liter of water. This week focused heavily on training. The branches were carefully guided through the Scrog net, and a significant amount of defoliation was done below the net, resembling a lollipopping technique. Looking back, I would hang the Scrog net slightly lower and start training earlier, around week 3, to optimize the net’s usage. At the moment, the tent looks a bit sparse and disorganized, which is completely normal after defoliation and training. I expect the plants to recover well over the next week and to fully focus on the flowering phase.

Report of week 5: The plants experienced a strong growth spurt this week and stretched significantly. They are now 60 cm tall and have developed numerous new leaves as well as many flower sites, indicating a promising flowering phase. At the end of week 5, the light was set to 100% (200 watts) to provide maximum energy for flower development. The plants were very thirsty this week and were watered with 2 liters every two days. Fertilization followed the BioBizz schedule with 3 ml of Grow and 2 ml of Bloom per liter of water. Humidity was stable at 55% during the day. No further training was applied this week to avoid stressing the plants during the flowering phase. The fan leaves that were shading the flowers were carefully repositioned to ensure the flower sites received full light exposure. Toward the end of the week, some yellow tips on the leaves were observed, which indicates a slight overfertilization. Therefore, in the coming week, fertilization will only occur with every second watering, while clear water will be used in between. Despite this small adjustment, the plants appear very healthy and vigorous overall, allowing them to fully focus on flower development.

Report of week 6: The plants continue to develop excellently and have now completed their stretch. They have reached a final height of 75 cm. The leaves are in great condition, and the yellow tips that were previously visible have significantly improved. The buds are also progressing well, starting to grow larger and fuller. The lighting remains at 100%, with daytime conditions at 24.5°C and approximately 50% humidity. To maintain 50% humidity despite the dense canopy, the exhaust fan was increased to 50%. The plants continue to receive 2 liters of water every two days, with every second watering including 2 ml of Grow and 4 ml of Bloom per liter. This adjustment was made to reduce a potential nitrogen surplus while still providing optimal support for bud development. This schedule allows the plants to recover between nutrient feedings. No additional training or defoliation was carried out this week. Occasionally, larger fan leaves were gently moved to improve light exposure to the buds. The plants are now fully in the flowering phase. Height growth has stopped, and the development of buds and plants has slowed down. However, this is exactly as expected, as the plants can now focus their energy on filling out the buds and ensuring they mature properly over time.

Report of week 7: The plants have completed their height growth at 75 cm. However, the buds have significantly increased in volume this week and are developing exceptionally well. Additionally, many trichomes are visible, all of which are still clear. I discovered the cause of the yellow tips and the upward-curving “taco” leaves: the light intensity was too high. To address this, I increased the lamp distance to 35 cm. Watering remained unchanged, with fertilization during every second watering using 5 ml of Bloom and 2 ml of Grow per liter of water. The exhaust fan continues to run continuously, and daytime conditions are stable at 23.5°C with 45-50% humidity. The plants are overall in excellent condition. The buds are expected to gain even more volume and continue to develop over the coming weeks.

Report of week 8: The buds look excellent and have continued to increase in volume this week. The plants are in outstanding condition. The trichomes have also made noticeable progress: about 50% are still clear, while the other 50% have developed a slightly milky appearance. It is expected that the trichomes will turn mostly milky in the coming days, indicating further ripening. This week’s care focused on keeping the humidity consistently below 50%, mostly between 40-45%, to provide optimal conditions for bud maturation. Daytime temperatures remained stable at 24-25°C, and the lamp distance settled at 35 cm. Watering was carried out every two days. At the beginning of the week, the plants were watered with 2 liters per plant, including a fertilizer dose of 5 ml Bloom per liter of water. From the middle of the week onward, the fertilizer was completely discontinued, and the plants were given 3 liters of clear water per watering. This resulted in a drain of about 10-20%, which was removed afterward. This process was intended to flush excess fertilizer and salt deposits from the substrate and gradually transition the plants into the autumn phase. I have realized that I used slightly high fertilizer amounts for an automatic strain during this grow. I plan to avoid this in my next grow. Flushing with drain helped prepare the plants for the final stage of flowering. The plants are now showing their first autumn-like changes. They are beginning to draw nutrients from the lower leaves into the buds, causing the leaves to discolor. The buds themselves have also developed an autumnal and very appealing coloration, highlighting their advanced ripening stage.

Report of week 9: This week, autumn has fully set in, and one of the plants has developed a beautiful purple coloration. The leaves of the other two plants have turned slightly yellow, which is a good sign as the last nutrients are being drawn from the leaves into the buds. The flowers look excellent and are now in the final ripening phase. The main buds already have some amber trichomes, while the majority are milky, indicating a good level of maturity. On the side buds, most trichomes are milky, but some are still clear, meaning they need a little more time. The buds have become extremely dense and have continued to gain volume. There is also a noticeable increase in resin production, giving them an even frostier appearance. The aroma has intensified as well—the main buds are starting to release a sweet, fruity strawberry note, while the overall scent is a strong and potent cannabis aroma. Watering was done every three days with 3 liters during the first half of the week to continue flushing out excess nutrients. After that, the schedule was adjusted to 2 liters every two days. To further enhance ripening, both the frequency and amount of water will be gradually reduced in the coming days. The lighting remains unchanged at 100% power with a distance of 35 cm. The relative humidity is maintained at 40-45%, and the daytime temperature is stable at 25°C. The harvest is planned for about 12 days from now, giving the plants enough time to fully mature and transfer the remaining nutrients from the leaves into the buds. This ensures that no residual nutrient taste remains in the flowers, preserving the full terpene profile and allowing the plants to reach their maximum potential—both in terms of flavor, aroma, and potency.

Report of week 10: The autumn process has fully set in. The leaves continue to change from yellow to brown and are slowly drying out. This is a good sign, as the plant is now breaking down its last nutrient reserves. The buds look fantastic, with some developing a slight purple hue. On the main buds, about 20% of the trichomes have turned amber, while the side buds are almost entirely milky. The smell is now extremely intense and builds great anticipation for the final product. Watering was gradually reduced this week. At the beginning, the plants received 2 liters of water, followed by 1.5 liters four days later, and today, for the last time, only 0.5 liters. From now on, the plant will receive no more water, allowing it to use up its final resources. To protect the valuable trichomes, the light intensity was reduced to 75% (150W) at the beginning of the week. The plants have transitioned into autumn very well, with much of the green foliage already gone. This helps break down chlorophyll before harvest, leading to a smoother and more flavorful final product. At this stage, it’s all about maintaining stable conditions to ensure high-quality results. Harvest is planned for the weekend. Until then, the plant will remain without water so it can fully deplete its remaining resources. This time, a 48-hour dark period before harvest will be tested to maximize the buds’ full potential.