Day 36.
As I previously mentioned, I grow plant in my own mixed super soil blend. The bottom third of the pot is filled with super soil, and the top two-thirds are filled with Biobizz All-Mix soil.
As I've observed, the Biobizz All-Mix is performing well so far. There's no need to use extra nutrients yet.
Avoiding the use of any nutrients to promote maximum organic flower growth.
I've continued to water the plants with clear, pH-balanced tap water.
The pH level of the water is 6.1.
The temperature of the water is 22°C.
The temperature of the dark/light time is 21.2/27.5 °C.
The humidity level of the dark/light time is 59/44%
The light intensity at the closest point from the lamp to the flower is 360 μmol/m²/s.
During the dark period, I sprayed the flower with a water mixture containing one-quarter a teaspoon of Epsom salt per one litre. I will continue this process until the flower begins to bloom.
The flower is progressing well, with no other updates.
Day 38.
I've continued to water the plants with clear, pH-balanced tap water.
The pH level of the water is 6.1.
The temperature of the water is 22°C.
The temperature of the dark/light time is 21.2/24.4 °C.
The humidity level of the dark/light time is 57/50%
The light intensity at the closest point from the lamp to the flower is 375 μmol/m²/s.
The flower is progressing well, with no other updates.
Day 40.
The photoperiod is being adjusted from 18 hours of light and 6 hours of darkness to a 12-hour light and 12-hour dark cycle, thereby initiating the induction of flowering.
I've continued to water the plants with clear, pH-balanced tap water.
The pH level of the water is 6.1.
The temperature of the water is 22°C.
The temperature of the dark/light time is 21.3/26.2 °C.
The humidity level of the dark/light time is 57/46%
The light intensity at the closest point from the lamp to the flower is 355 μmol/m²/s.
To optimise light distribution within the grow tent and encourage more uniform lateral branching, the Screen of Green (ScrOG) was adjusted.
The flower is progressing well, with no other updates.
Day 42.
This experiment aims to investigate the effect of carbonated water on root growth in a plant cultivated in a nutrient-rich substrate. This constitutes the second observation within this experimental record. The hypothesis posits that dissolved carbon dioxide within the carbonated water will stimulate enhanced root development.
Potential Benefits:
Enhanced CO2 Availability: The dissolved carbon dioxide within the carbonated water may be absorbed by the root system, potentially stimulating photosynthesis and subsequently enhancing overall plant growth.
Increased Nutrient Solubility: The acidic nature of carbonated water can potentially increase the solubility of certain soil-bound nutrients, making them more readily available for plant uptake.
Stimulated Root Development: Some research suggests that the presence of dissolved carbon dioxide in the root zone may stimulate root elongation and branching, leading to improved root system architecture.
Potential Risks:
Abrupt pH Change: The sudden decrease in soil pH resulting from carbonated water irrigation may induce root shock, potentially leading to nutrient imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, and in severe cases, root tissue damage.
Disrupted Nutrient Balance: The increased acidity can alter the availability of essential nutrients, potentially leading to nutrient deficiencies or toxicities due to an imbalance in nutrient uptake.
Inhibition of Beneficial Microorganisms: The acidic environment created by carbonated water may inhibit the growth and activity of beneficial soil microorganisms, such as mycorrhizae, which play crucial roles in nutrient acquisition and plant health.
Observations:
A decrease in soil compaction was observed in the topsoil following irrigation with carbonated water, potentially attributable to the disruptive effect of escaping carbon dioxide gas on soil particle aggregation.
The pH level of the sparkling water is 5.3.
The temperature of the sparkling water is 22°C.
The temperature of the dark/light time is 22.8/25.5°C.
The humidity level of the dark/light time is 59/52%
The light intensity at the closest point from the lamp to the flower is 445 μmol/m²/s.
The flower is thriving, nothing else to mention.
@Istjan96, Thank you for your wish. No, I have already grown the Tatanka strain previously a couple of times. I have one growth documented in my diary, and I also grew it two times without keeping a diary.