Papayton | Gorilla Melon

Green_Zyphoria For this run, I’m hunting a keeper out of three Papaytons and one Gorilla Melon (Fast Buds bonus seed). ​They’ve spent the last 4 weeks in 2.5L pots under a Sanlight FLEX 10, getting an organic diet of Biotabs (1/4 tab each) plus Orgatrex, Bactrex, and Mycotrex. I just topped them above the 3rd node and put the tops into a humidity dome with some Clonex to secure the genetics. ​Now they are settled in the 40x40 tent under the STIXX 50. After a short time of recovery, I'll flip them straight to flower. (Gorilla Melon in the one on the left side in the back.)

Green_Zyphoria It has been a very easy and successful first week of flower. We have been on a 12/12 cycle for 7 days now, and the plants are responding perfectly. ​The stretch is in full swing, and the canopy is filling the entire space thanks to the previous topping. I’ve increased the light intensity of the STIXX 50 to 40%, delivering around 350 PPFD in the center. ​So far, the plants have received only plain water, as the Biotabs in the soil are doing a great job providing all necessary nutrients.

Green_Zyphoria The stretch is in full effect, and the canopy is filling out nicely with a deep, healthy green. I’m currently running the light at 40% (around 400 PPFD), which seems to be the sweet spot for now. Will increase light to 60 for the next week. No signs of flowering yet, but i keep a close Look since those genetics are not the most stable. I also try to keep the stress level as low as possible.

Green_Zyphoria End of week 3 and it’s time for some serious maintenance. As the stretch in my 40x40 tent has been quite aggressive, I decided to perform a radical lollipopping at Day 20. I removed the entire lower third of all plants to redirect energy to the top sites and, more importantly, to stop the vertical growth as I am almost hitting the LED. Starting next week, I will introduce BioTabs PK 5-8 (starting with a low dose) to support bud development. I will also gradually increase the light intensity to 80%, while closely monitoring the top canopy for any signs of light stress. And good news, no signs of herm until now :)

Green_Zyphoria End of week 4 and this small tent is officially reaching its capacity! To manage the height, I had to mount the Sanlight directly to the top frame without the ratchets to squeeze out every centimeter of headspace. ​One of the Papaytons (PP#1) just finished its stretch today, while the others have finally stabilized their height. Currently, the light is running at 80% intensity. If the distance remains stable over the next few days, I’ll flip it to 100%; otherwise, I’ll stick with 80% to avoid light burn. ​Feeding: At the start of this week, I gave them a light feeding: 5ml/L Bio PK and 2.5ml/L Orgatrex. They responded incredibly well to the boost—you can really see the flower development taking off now! ​Setup Note: Taking photos is a bit tricky at the moment as I had to relocate the fan to the side of the tent to make room for the lamp.

Green_Zyphoria Closing out Week 5 of bloom and the buds are developing a great structure with heavy resin production. The stretch has finally stopped, leaving the 40x40 tent maxed out. ​I’m currently running my Sanlight at 80% to maintain a perfect balance between intensity and stress. For nutrients, I gave a moderate dose of Orgatrex and Bio PK at Day 33, but otherwise, I’m sticking to plain water for now. ​The plants are looking vital, though Papayton #3 is showing some genetic sensitivity—yet she’s currently packing the densest flowers. Steady as she goes!

Green_Zyphoria Day 42 – End of Week 6: The buds are developing nicely and are starting to bulk up. It’s fascinating to see the different phenotypes expressing themselves more clearly every day. Papayton #3 is the absolute standout at the moment: she’s leading the pack in resin production and has developed an incredibly pungent aroma of fresh papaya, melon, and tropical fruits. Since the plants are still showing a very deep green foliage, we’ve decided to stick with plain water only for now. We are closely monitoring their progress and giving them the time they need to fade naturally for the best possible flavor.

Green_Zyphoria We’re officially entering the endgame! The tent is smelling insane right now. Mid-week, I gave everyone a final "soft boost" of PK. The only exception: the dark Papayton pheno. She’s already "full to the brim" and looks super saturated, so she's on plain water from here on out. Papayton #1: Pure "Rotten Fruit" funk. Super heavy and pungent! 🤢 Papayton #3 (Dark Pheno): Smells dark, fruity, and distinctly sour. Visually a beast with those black leaves. Papayton #2 (Fluffy): Still the "calm" one. Buds are a bit airier, and the scent is more subtle for now. Gorilla Melon: Smells great—sweet melon with that classic Gorilla kick, though not the loudest in the room yet. 🦍🍉

Green_Zyphoria Ending Bloom Week 8 and the girls are entering the final ripening stage. Due to the dense bud structure and current weather conditions, I’ve increased the internal airflow (AC Infinity up 2 levels) to prevent mold at all costs. Safety first! So far, everything looks pristine and the buds have reached an amazing density. ​The Papaytons are showcasing truly unique terpene profiles. Two phenotypes really stand out, although one of them (PP#2) is unfortunately a bit on the fluffier side in terms of bud structure, leading me to focus on the 'Black Pearl' (PP#3) for the future. ​Gorilla Melon is a total beast—an absolute bank! Over the last week, she has gained even more sweetness in her aroma. The frost is real. Can't wait for the final countdown!

Green_Zyphoria We are officially at the end of Flower Week 9 (Day 63). The resin production is incredible, and the trichomes are looking solid—mostly milky across all plants, including the Papayton and Gorilla Melon. However, I haven't spotted any amber yet, so I’ve decided to stay patient and push them a bit further. ​I am currently letting the soil dry out, giving only the absolute minimum amount of water necessary to keep them going. I’ve also slightly dialed back the light intensity to mimic the end of the season and preserve those precious terpenes. My current plan is to keep a close eye on them and aim for a harvest mid-week or by Day 70 at the latest. The 'fade' is looking beautiful!

Green_Zyphoria Performance & Structure ​Top Buds: The upper canopy performed very well, developing a solid and dense bud structure. ​Lower Canopy: Due to the 50W light limit, the lower buds remained smaller and less developed, but still maintained good resin coverage. ​Stability: Unlike the Papaytons, the Gorilla Melon remained completely stable and showed no signs of stress-related issues during the final dry-out. ​Terpene Profile & Resin ​Aroma: A beautiful and sweet scent profile where the fresh melon aroma is clearly in the foreground. ​Undertones: The sweet fruitiness is backed by a distinct "Glue" funk, giving it a complex and sticky-sweet character. ​Frostiness: Very high trichome density on the main colas, giving the buds a silvery, frosted appearance. ​Maturity ​Trichomes: Harvested with mostly cloudy/milky trichomes and about 5% amber. ​Effect Expectation: Due to the lower amber count compared to the Papaytons, this pheno is expected to provide a more uplifting and energetic hybrid effect.

Green_Zyphoria Harvest Report: Papayton (Phenos #1, #2, #3) ​Harvest Date: Day 68 & 69 Overall Impression: A solid harvest with a beautiful spectrum of colors and scents. The plants finished strong with a great "fade" and heavy resin production. ​Phenotype #3: The Elite Choice ​Maturity: This was the first to hit the perfect harvest window with 10% amber trichomes. ​Structure: Outstanding bud density – very compact and heavy flowers. ​Terpene Profile: An intense explosion of tropical fruits followed by a pungent gas/fuel aroma. ​Resin: Covered in a thick layer of sticky resin, even on the larger sugar leaves. ​Phenotype #1: The Heavy Yielder ​Growth: Showed an impressive bulk-up in the final week, adding significant flower mass. ​Terpene Profile: Very unique scent of overripe/rotten fruit – very loud and pungent. ​Resin: Slightly less "frosty" than PP#3 but still delivers top-tier quality and great bag appeal. ​Health: Very clean finish with no major issues throughout the final days. ​Phenotype #2: The Fluffy Pheno ​Structure: Developed a much airier and fluffier bud structure. ​Maturity: Harvested along with the others; while not as dense, it still produced a good amount of resin. ​Verdict: This one is the "lightweight" of the trio, not reaching the same intensity as its sisters.