Barney's Farm going Jealousy

SgtWeed 📅 Week 1 — VT1 to VT7 (October 18 – October 24, 25) Topic: Germination & Initial Root Growth On October 13, the Jealousy seeds were placed in water, October 16 after germination into pots, October 17 moved into the tent. VT1 begins on October 18. Substrate: Biobizz Lightmix. Lighting set very moderately for young plants to avoid stress. First watering only with tap water (EC 560 μS, pH 7.6), no additives. No abnormalities, plants are developing a stable foundation and strong cotyledons.

SgtWeed 📅 Week 2 — VT8 to VT14 (October 25 – October 31, 2025) Topic: Establishment & Root Zone Development Light intensity gradually increased to keep internodal distances compact. First nutrient applications as planned: Root Complex + light TNT Complex for youth development. Temperature kept stable, humidity in the optimal range for early veg (65–70%). Visible: Rapid development of the first three nodes, strong coloration, no signs of stress.

SgtWeed 📅 Week 3 — VT15 to VT21 (01.11. – 07.11.25) Topic: Vegetative growth is accelerating Continuing with a moderate fertilization program focusing on root and nitrogen supply. On November 1st, another watering: EC 1051 μS, pH 6.4, TNT at 2.5 ml/l (adjusted value). Plants show a very stable habit and are starting to actively develop side shoots. Climate management further optimized, air movement increased (4 clip fans). No diseases, no pests, no deficiencies visible.

SgtWeed 📅 Week 4 — VT22 to VT28 (11.08 – 11.14.25) Topic: Topping & Structural Shaping On November 11, all plants were topped at Node 6 → a central milestone for the later flowering structure. Right after that, the light was reduced to 207 W (PPFD 370–430 µmol/m²/s at 58 cm) to minimize stress. Plants are responding optimally: No deformities, no burns, no slowed growth processes. The root zone continues to stabilize, and the plant body is realigning cleanly. Target structure: Even canopy for later maximum lighting.

SgtWeed 📅 Week 5 — VT29 to VT35 (November 15 – November 21, 2025) Topic: Final Preparation for Stretch & Lollipopping Visual Inspection: The plants show strong main stems, new side shoots are forming, but still relatively short and compact. Light intensity increased in stages → last set to 324 W at about 600 PPFD. On November 21, final intervention: Lollipopping performed Right after that, watering with Hesi Bloom Complex instead of TNT, N-P-K perfectly adjusted for stretch/transition. Nutrient solution: EC 1536 µS, pH 6.3, water temperature 24 °C. On the same day, the programming was changed to 12/12, with lights out now from 08:00–20:00, starting BT1 at 8 PM. Plants are vigorous and responding steadily – perfectly prepared for the stretch phase and hormonal transition.

SgtWeed 🌸 Week 6 – Flower Week 1 (BT1–BT7) Strain: Jealousy (Barney’s Farm) Medium: Biobizz Lightmix Pot Size: 11 L Setup: 120×120 Box · Phlizon FD6000 · MarsHydro Exhaust · Quartz Sand Top Layer · Neem Preventively --- 🔄 Phase Change – Start of Flowering (BT1) After completing the lollipopping and stabilizing the structure, the ladies officially started BT1 on November 22nd. The flip happened when: the structure was fully developed the root system had well established in the 11-L pots the lower areas were already neatly cleared no stress symptoms (drooping, discoloration, deformities) were visible Light at BT1: about 412 W PPFD ~640–690 µmol/m²/s at the top canopy Distance around 60 cm Goal: controlled stretch without light stress – enough pressure to push growth, but stable in color and shape. --- 💡 Light Management in Week 6 During the first week of flowering, the power was slightly increased: current power: 454 W Distance: about 60 cm PPFD: 720–770 µmol/m²/s at the top crown The plants are stable under this light pressure: no curled leaf edges no lightened leaf tips Leaf surfaces matte, deep green Stretch is visibly starting, internodes remain controlled --- 💧 Watering & Nutrient Solution (BT4) Watering day this week: BT4 Watering rhythm: every 4–5 days, strictly according to pot weight Amount: 3 L per plant in 11-L pots Drain: about 10%, no signs of salt buildup Nutrient solution according to Bergrow (Early Bloom / Stretch): Hesi Bloom Complex: 2.5 ml/L Canna CalMag Agent: 0.6 ml/L Canna Mono Magnesium: 0.45 ml/L Canna Mono Phosphorus: 0.30 ml/L Canna Mono Potassium: 0.35 ml/L (SuperVit and Root Complex optional in low dosage) Measured values of the finished solution: EC: 1.585 mS/cm pH: 6.4 Solution temp.: 23.3 °C Macronutrients (mg/L): N: 124.8 P: 56.4 K: 140.3 Ca: 127.5 Mg: 48.7 S: 34.2 Focus: early generative phase / stretch – N moderate, P and K clearly increased, Ca/Mg with Ca:Mg ≈ 2.6 : 1 nearly ideal. --- 🌱 Plant Condition in Flower Week 1 Color: deep green, no signs of over-fertilization Growth: stretch has started, node distances remain controlled Structure: lollipopping is complete, top canopy appears even Substrate: drain values unremarkable, no visible salt edges Pest prevention: fungus gnats well under control with Neem + quartz sand barrier The plants are calmly and steadily accepting both light pressure and nutrient solution. --- 📌 Conclusion Week 6 / Flower Week 1 The transition into flowering has gone smoothly: Structure is solid Roots are fully in the medium Light is in the optimal stretch window Nutrient solution is clearly set for generative growth, without being excessive The foundation for a controlled, productive stretch is laid. Next step: against BT8, the next watering with a slightly increased P/K focus and gradually reduced N values, if the plants continue to remain so stable.

SgtWeed Bloom Week 2 (BT8–BT14) – Stretch is on, Canopy at ~60 cm Stage: BW2 – Flip to 12/12 on November 22nd. The Jealousy are now in the middle of the stretch, the tent is full, and the height has noticeably increased. Growth & Height 4 Jealousy outside: at the end of BW2 ~55–60 cm above the pot edge 2 Jealousy in the middle: just below that 1 own cross (Dankberry × Chimera Cut): smaller, but vigorous The canopy is now almost completely covering the 120×120 cm area, internodes remain compact – controlled stretch instead of asparagus. Light & Climate Lamp: Phlizon FD6000 Weekly Progress: Start: ~450 W, about 720–770 PPFD End: 484 W, ~780–820 PPFD at 58 cm distance Temperatures: Day: 23–25 °C Night: 18–20 °C Humidity / Dehumidification Since BW2, a 30-l dehumidifier has been running in the room, set to 40% RH, so that the tent can remain stable at around 55% RH. No signs of light stress: Leaves are deep green, no tip burn, no taco leaves, new growth only slightly lighter. Watering & Nutrients Medium: Biobizz Lightmix, 11-l pots Watering rhythm: about every 4–5 days, ~3 L per pot with ~10% drain Nutrients (mineral according to Bergrow): Hesi Bloom Complex + Canna CalMag Agent + Canna Mono P/K/Mg Target values solution (rounded): N ~120 mg/l P ~55–60 mg/l K ~140–160 mg/l Ca ~125–130 mg/l Mg ~50–55 mg/l EC solution: ~1.6 mS/cm, pH 6.3–6.4 Drain-EC: 1.58–1.62 mS/cm → no visible salt buildup. Care Measures Light, selective defoliation (4–6 fan leaves per plant) to bring light deeper. Quartz sand top layer + previous neem treatment keep fungus gnats in check (only a few visible finds). Conclusion Week 2 BW2 brings the expected boost: height around 60 cm, canopy well filled, climate stable due to the dehumidifier, nutrient and light management on point. In BW3, the stretch is expected to end; fine-tuning of the light towards ~850 PPFD is planned, along with a one-time stronger defoliation around BT17–BT19, when the final structure is established.

SgtWeed Flowering Week 3 – Stretch End, Full Canopy & First Hermie Check Strain / Setup 5 × Jealousy (Barney’s Farm) 1 × Own Cross (Dankberry × Chimera Cut) in the middle 11-L Lightmix, mineral (Hesi + Canna Mono, CalMag, pH– Growth with HNO₃) BT1: 22.11. → this week: approx. BT15–21 --- Growth & Structure Stretch is finishing in FW3, only a few cm of growth day by day. Current height: approx. 60–63 cm from the pot edge. Canopy is closed, all main shoots are up in the light, no spindly growth. The two middle Jealousy plants, which were previously "lazy" when drinking, have perked up – pots are now drying normally. The own cross in the middle remains a bit shorter but looks extremely vigorous and is intentionally getting more light than the Jealousy. --- Light & Climate Lamp: Phlizon FD6000 (LED) Beginning of FW3: ~506 W, approx. 720–770 PPFD at about 58–60 cm distance. Middle of the week: Increased to 521 W, Jealousy canopy at approx. 820 PPFD, Own cross in the middle at approx. 920 PPFD. After significant defoliation & hermie decision: Power reduced again to approx. 462 W, now around 800 PPFD at the crown canopy – intentionally a bit more conservative to alleviate stress. Climate: Day: 25–26 °C Night: ~21.5 °C RH: 50–55 % in the tent A 30-l dehumidifier is running in the room at 40 % to keep the tent stable. So far, no signs of light stress: no taco leaves, no lightened tips, leaves are matte green; new shoots are slightly lighter, typical for flowering. --- Watering & Nutrient Solution Watering is done by pot weight, not by calendar. The plants in the front and middle rows needed to be watered earlier this week, while the back ones stood for 1–2 days longer. Nutrient solution (typical for FW3): EC: 1.60–1.70 mS/cm pH: 6.3–6.5 (adjusted with HNO₃) Temperature: ~21 °C Macro profile (rounded, slightly varying depending on mix): N: 110–120 mg/l P: ~56 mg/l K: 160–170 mg/l Ca: ~127 mg/l Mg: ~50–55 mg/l S: ~40 mg/l → clearly generative oriented: moderate N, P/K significantly increased, Ca/Mg in the sweet spot (approx. 2.3–2.5 : 1). Drain (examples for FW3): EC: mostly 1.6–1.8 mS/cm pH: 6.1–6.5 Thus, no relevant salt buildup, substrate chemically balanced. --- Defoliation & Hermie Management In the second half of FW3, a larger, one-time defoliation was performed: Removed about 15–30 fan leaves per plant Focus: large sun leaves that were shading the bud sites Leaves that were growing into other shoots Additionally: removed weak, low-lying shoots taken out stunted stem flowers / larf from the shaded area Goal: Light and air into the interior, focus energy on the well-lit tops. Hermies: One Jealousy (front right) repeatedly showed male sacs, some well hidden. After several finds, the entire plant was consistently removed from the tent. Another Jealousy had two isolated sacs – removed, plant remains under observation. This significantly reduces the risk of seed formation in the remaining stock. --- Conclusion FW3 Stretch practically completed, final height approx. 60–63 cm. Canopy full, but well controllable – ideal basis for the main flowering. Nutrient profile generative, drain clean, pH in target range. One-time larger defoliation completed, problem hermie removed. Light currently at ~800 PPFD for the Jealousy, a bit more pressure on the own cross. From FW4, the focus should now be fully on bud development, resin production, and fine-tuning of EC/light – the structure for that is in place.