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1mo ago
Purrple_Haze A New Chapter Begins 🦍🍬 | Gorilla Zkittlez – MSNL Seeds Time to kick off a brand-new diary, and this one comes with some serious promise. I’ve started Gorilla Zkittlez from MSNL Seeds, and the journey is officially underway. 🌱 I germinated two seeds using my trusted paper towel method, and both responded exactly how you want to see it — healthy taproots, quick reaction, and a very smooth start overall. Always a good feeling when genetics show their quality right from the first step. So far, everything is lining up nicely: 🔸 Two Gorilla Zkittlez seeds successfully germinated 🔸 Paper towel method as usual — simple, reliable, proven 🔸 Strong early vigor visible right from the start 🔸 Both seedlings off to an even, promising beginning It’s still very early days, but first impressions matter — and these girls are already giving off good vibes. If they keep this momentum, I’m expecting a fun and aromatic ride ahead. 🍭🦍 I’ll keep documenting every step as they settle in and start building their structure. Stay tuned — this one is just getting started 🌿✨
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Paper Towel
Germination Method
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Week 1. Vegetation
1mo ago
4 cm
Height
3 hrs
Light Schedule
25 °C
Day Air Temp
6.2
pH
No Smell
Smell
400 PPM
TDS
70 %
Air Humidity
22 °C
Solution Temp
20 °C
Night Air Temp
4.5 liters
Pot Size
40 cm
Lamp Distance
Purrple_Haze Double Trouble Begins 🦍🍬 | Gorilla Zkittlez – Week 1 The first week with my two Gorilla Zkittlez is in the books, and so far everything looks solid. Both seedlings have established well and are settling into their new environment without any major issues. 🌱 As expected, there’s already a small difference in development — one of them is clearly a bit ahead, showing slightly faster growth and more confidence early on. The second one is taking things a little slower, but nothing that raises concern at this stage. They both look healthy, with clean leaf color and steady progress. I’ll keep a close eye on how the height difference develops over the coming days. If the gap becomes more noticeable, I’m already considering using a SCROG later on to even things out and make the most of the space. That way, both plants can contribute equally and stay nicely level under the light. 🌿🕸️ For now, it’s all about letting them find their rhythm, build roots, and grow at their own pace. Week one is always about patience — and so far, Gorilla Zkittlez is off to a calm and promising start. Looking forward to seeing how their structure and vigor develop next. ✨
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Week 2. Vegetation
1mo ago
10 cm
Height
3 hrs
Light Schedule
25 °C
Day Air Temp
6.2
pH
No Smell
Smell
400 PPM
TDS
70 %
Air Humidity
22 °C
Solution Temp
20 °C
Night Air Temp
4.5 liters
Pot Size
0.75 liters
Watering Volume
40 cm
Lamp Distance
Nutrients 1
Green Power 5in1 - S&R Organics
Green Power 5in1
1 mll
Purrple_Haze Two Paths, One Tent 🦍🍬 Week 2 with my Gorilla Zkittlez brings two very different stories under the same roof. One plant is clearly in beast mode already — strong growth, healthy structure, and a confident push upwards. Exactly what you hope to see at this stage. 💪🌿 The second one, however, is taking a very different route. She’s looking a bit crippled and hesitant, with noticeably slower growth and less enthusiasm overall. Not ideal — but for now, she stays. Given that my Mimosa run already had a rough germination rate, I’ve decided to let her live and see if she finds her rhythm later on. Sometimes they surprise you. 🌱✨ Environment-wise, things are dialed in nicely: 🔸 VPD holding steady around 1.1, which seems to suit the healthy plant very well 🔸 Fed with S&R Organics 5-in-1, a complete organic fertilizer bringing nutrients, microorganisms, and mycorrhiza in one go No major interventions planned for now — I’ll keep conditions stable and let them show me what they’re capable of. If the growth difference becomes more pronounced, I can still adapt later with training or canopy management. For now, it’s a classic case of same genetics, different personalities. Let’s see how Week 3 treats them. 🍃
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Week 3. Vegetation
22d ago
14 cm
Height
3 hrs
Light Schedule
25 °C
Day Air Temp
6.2
pH
Weak
Smell
400 PPM
TDS
65 %
Air Humidity
22 °C
Solution Temp
20 °C
Night Air Temp
4.5 liters
Pot Size
1 liters
Watering Volume
40 cm
Lamp Distance
Nutrients 1
Green Power 5in1 - S&R Organics
Green Power 5in1
2 mll
Purrple_Haze Two Paths, One Strain 🦍🍬 This update is about both Gorilla Zkittlez plants from MSNL Seeds, and it’s a great example of how differently genetics can express themselves — even under identical conditions. The first plant continues to develop exactly the way I was hoping for. She reacted very well to the applied Low Stress Training and is now growing nice and bushy, spreading out evenly and building a strong, promising structure. The canopy is opening up beautifully, light penetration is improving day by day, and she shows zero signs of stress. 🌿✨ If she keeps this pace, she’s going to turn into a real eye-catcher later in flower. The second Gorilla Zkittlez, however, is taking a very different route. She’s still very small at around 7 cm, and her growth is noticeably slower. That said — she is growing. No decline, no worsening symptoms, just a plant that clearly wants to move at her own pace. Because of that, I’ve decided to let her live and see where she takes things. Sometimes patience is rewarded in unexpected ways, and as long as there’s forward movement, she deserves the chance. 🌱💚 Both plants are being treated exactly the same, sharing the same environment and nutrition. Feeding remains simple and consistent: 🌱 Feeding & Care 🔸 Green Power 5-in-1 by S&R Organics 🔸 Dechlorinated tap water 🔸 VPD: 1.1 This balanced organic approach continues to provide a stable foundation, allowing each plant to express herself naturally — whether fast and vigorous or slow and cautious. In the end, this grow is already proving to be a learning experience. Two plants, same strain, same setup — yet completely different growth patterns. And honestly, that’s part of what makes growing so fascinating. I’m curious to see how both Gorilla Zkittlez will develop over the coming weeks, each in her own way. 🦍🍬🌿
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Week 4. Vegetation
15d ago
25 cm
Height
3 hrs
Light Schedule
25 °C
Day Air Temp
6.2
pH
Weak
Smell
650 PPM
TDS
65 %
Air Humidity
22 °C
Solution Temp
20 °C
Night Air Temp
4.5 liters
Pot Size
1 liters
Watering Volume
40 cm
Lamp Distance
Nutrients 1
Green Power 5in1 - S&R Organics
Green Power 5in1
2 mll
Purrple_Haze 💪🌈 Gorilla Zkittlez – Strength Reveals Itself This past week turned out to be a really satisfying one for my two Gorilla Zkittlez, especially because expectations were quietly flipped on their head. The smaller plant, which had been lagging behind for quite a while, suddenly decided to show some character. Instead of stretching awkwardly, she focused on building a surprisingly thick, sturdy stem, and her overall posture has become much more confident. She may still be compact, but she’s no longer fragile — quite the opposite. A real little fighter. 💪🌱 The larger Gorilla Zkittlez continues to grow just as I’d hoped: healthy, balanced, and increasingly bushy thanks to the training. Both plants are now showing a deep, saturated green leaf color, which I absolutely love to see — clear signs that they’re comfortable, fed well, and happy in their environment. 🌿 Plant Development Highlights 🔸 Small plant: noticeable stem thickening and improved structure 🔸 Bigger plant: strong lateral growth and bushy form 🔸 Both: beautiful, rich green foliage with no signs of stress 🔸 Overall vibe: healthy, calm, and very promising I’m especially happy with how evenly they’re responding to the conditions despite their different sizes. The idea of SCROG later on still feels like a good option if the height difference persists — but for now, I’m just enjoying watching them settle in and gain strength day by day. 🌱 Feeding & Environment 🔸 GreenPower 5-in-1 fertilizer by S&R Organics 🔸 Includes microorganisms & mycorrhiza 🔸 VPD steady at ~1.1 🔸 Consistent environment, no fluctuations All in all, this week reinforced something I love about growing: plants don’t always follow our expectations — and sometimes the quiet ones surprise you the most. Both Gorilla Zkittlez are looking fantastic, and I’m genuinely excited to see how their structure and character continue to develop from here. 🌈✨
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Week 5. Flowering
8d ago
35 cm
Height
3 hrs
Light Schedule
24 °C
Day Air Temp
6.2
pH
Strong
Smell
650 PPM
TDS
60 %
Air Humidity
22 °C
Solution Temp
20 °C
Night Air Temp
4.5 liters
Pot Size
1 liters
Watering Volume
40 cm
Lamp Distance
Nutrients 2
Calmag - BioBizzWWO
Calmag
0.7 mll
Green Power 5in1 - S&R Organics
Green Power 5in1
2 mll
Purrple_Haze 🦍🍬 First Bloom Signals This week marks a very exciting milestone for my two Gorilla Zkittlez — both have officially entered their first week of flowering, and the change in energy is already clearly noticeable. Growth remains strong, structure is developing beautifully, and the first signs of true flower formation are now unmistakable. 🌸✨ What really surprised me is how intense the aroma already is. Even at this early stage of bloom, the tent is filling with a rich, sweet and slightly earthy scent that hints at what’s to come. If this is just the beginning, things are going to get very interesting over the next weeks. 🍬🔥 Both plants are growing nicely now, each in her own way, but overall well balanced and healthy. The previously smaller plant continues to build strength and confidence, while the larger one maintains her bushy, structured form. Together, they’re shaping a very promising canopy. Because I’m preparing for more space and improved light distribution, I’ve already ordered a second lamp, along with a larger tent, to fully support their upcoming bloom phase. The light hasn’t arrived yet, but once it does, it should help push flower development and overall performance even further. 🌞💡 🌱 Feeding & Environment 🔸 Green Power 5-in-1 by S&R Organics 🔸 Supplemental nitrogen 🔸 Cal-Mag addition 🔸 Extra phosphorus & potassium 🔸 Dechlorinated tap water 🔸 VPD stable at 1.1 The same proven feeding scheme as last week continues to deliver great results, supporting both vegetative momentum and the smooth transition into bloom. All signs point toward a very exciting flowering phase ahead. Healthy plants, strong aroma, and a stable environment — exactly the foundation I was hoping for. Let’s see how Gorilla Zkittlez unfolds from here. 🌿✨
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Week 6. Flowering
15h ago
43 cm
Height
3 hrs
Light Schedule
24 °C
Day Air Temp
6.2
pH
Strong
Smell
650 PPM
TDS
50 %
Air Humidity
22 °C
Solution Temp
20 °C
Night Air Temp
4.5 liters
Pot Size
1 liters
Watering Volume
40 cm
Lamp Distance
Nutrients 3
Calmag - BioBizzWWO
Calmag
0.7 mll
Bio-Grow - BioBizzWWO
Bio-Grow
2 mll
Green Power 5in1 - S&R Organics
Green Power 5in1
4 mll
Purrple_Haze 🦍🍬 Recovery & Renewed Momentum Both Gorilla Zkittlez have now reached their second week of flowering, and overall this week brought solid progress, healthy development, and an important learning moment. Structurally, both plants continue to build beautifully, maintaining strong vigor and a balanced canopy, with early flower sites becoming more defined by the day. 🌸✨ However, mid-week they showed a temporary slowdown in growth, lasting around three days. The cause became clear quickly: I had used a nutrient solution that had been standing for four days, instead of discarding it. The slightly strong smell already hinted that it was no longer ideal, and it appears this stressed the root zone, leading to a short pause in growth and slightly drooping leaves. 🌿⚠️ Fortunately, the solution was straightforward. After flushing the system with fresh, clean nutrient solution, the plants responded very positively. Since then, they have regained their upright posture, improved leaf tension, and overall lively appearance. Growth has resumed, and their energy level is clearly back where it should be. A great reminder of just how important fresh nutrient solutions and root-zone health truly are. 💧🌱 Now that conditions are corrected, both plants are once again actively stretching, stacking flower sites, and building structure. Their canopy remains well-balanced, and the early bloom development looks very promising. The aroma is also beginning to intensify — sweet, fruity, and slightly earthy, giving a preview of what’s to come. 🍬🔥 Overall, despite this small setback, the week ends on a very positive note. The plants have shown strong resilience, fast recovery, and excellent adaptability — all signs of healthy genetics and good environmental control. 🌱 Feeding & Environment 🔸 Green Power 5-in-1 by S&R Organics 🔸 Supplemental nitrogen 🔸 Cal-Mag 🔸 Extra phosphorus & potassium 🔸 Freshly mixed, dechlorinated tap water 🔸 VPD stable at 1.1 With the root zone stabilized and fresh nutrients in place, the foundation is once again perfectly set for strong flower development in the coming weeks. Everything is back on track, and expectations for this run remain very high. 🌿✨
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Natrona
Natrona commentedweek 11mo ago
Happy growing 🌱 💚 💫
Purrple_Haze
Purrple_Haze commented1mo ago
@Natrona, thank you 💚
All_our_small_plants
Viel Erfolg 💚 😽
DrGruen
DrGruen commentedweek 01mo ago
good luck😎
420DeepGrow
420DeepGrow commentedweek 57d ago
Mnsl have very good Seeds !!! Good luck with flower
Natrona
Natrona commentedweek 21mo ago
Yes, definitely a difference in vigor.
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