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7d ago
Fast flower mix pack
First light Light Emitting Diodes/600W
Boostgro
First light Light Emitting Diodes/600W
Boostgro
5x4.5 closet
Grow Tent
Hon&Guan 12" high carbon filter
Air Filter
Vivosun
Hydroponic Systems
Exhale Co2 bag
CO₂ Generators
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Substrate
Indoor
Room Type
FIMing
weeks 2
19 liters
Pot Size
Start at 2 Week
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Germination
21d ago
Balugabrell Noticed that Two of the four seeds sprouted at/around 2am on 01/26.
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Balugabrell
Balugabrellstarted grow question 21d ago
The first seed to sprout was leaning over to the side. I attempted to prop it up with garden wire.
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DogDoctorOfficial
DogDoctorOfficialanswered grow question 21d ago
Hey Buddy, first of all, congrats on the sprout, that’s already a win. Seedlings leaning over in the first days happens all the time, especially if: • The stem stretched a bit looking for light • The medium is still soft • Roots haven’t anchored yet So nothing unusual there at all. ⸻ About propping it up with garden wire Good instinct wanting to help 👍 The only thing to be careful with is not constricting the stem. If you’re using wire: • Make sure it’s loose • Don’t press against the stem • Think “guide,” not “support pole” A softer option (if you adjust it later): • A small stick / toothpick • Or gently mounding a bit more soil around the base That actually helps the stem strengthen naturally. ⸻ What will happen next (reassurance) As long as: • Light is placed correctly • Airflow is gentle • You don’t overwater The stem will: • Straighten itself • Thicken up • Root down properly in a few days Seedlings look fragile, but they’re tougher than they look. ⸻ Quick tips going forward • Don’t keep adjusting it constantly • Let it move a little (that builds strength) • Avoid heavy watering right at the stem You’re doing fine, this is a very normal first-grow moment, and you handled it with care. Welcome to the growing journey 🌱 It only gets more fun from here. Growers Love and keep us posted 👊
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Purrple_Haze
Purrple_Hazeanswered grow question 21d ago
That’s pretty common and nothing to panic about 🙂 Seedlings often lean early on because: -the stem is still soft -light direction isn’t perfectly centered -roots haven’t anchored yet -Using a bit of wire to support it is fine temporarily, just make sure it’s not tight or cutting into the stem. A few tips: -Bring the light directly above the plant so it doesn’t stretch toward it -Add a little soil around the base of the stem if possible — this helps it stand up and strengthens it -Once the stem thickens, remove the support They usually straighten themselves out within a few days 🌱
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Balugabrell
Balugabrellstarted grow question 21d ago
I got the light a little closer. A hour or so later, that seedling is standing on its own. I appreciate the guidance, fam.
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DogDoctorOfficial
DogDoctorOfficialanswered grow question 21d ago
Love that update 🌱💚 That’s exactly what you want to see, light dialed in, and the seedling did the rest on its own. Perfect example of letting the plant respond instead of overcorrecting. You read it right, made a small adjustment, and trusted the process. That’s how confidence gets built, grow by grow. Appreciate you coming back to share the result too, that helps others more than you might realize. You’re off to a great start. Growers Love and Keep going
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SundancerS
SundancerSanswered grow question 21d ago
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Week 1. Vegetation
14d ago
18 hrs
Light Schedule
27 °C
Day Air Temp
5.9
pH
420 PPM
TDS
70 %
Air Humidity
22 °C
Solution Temp
23 °C
Night Air Temp
18.93 liters
Pot Size
45.72 cm
Lamp Distance
Balugabrell I placed rockwool cubes in dwc at 12:28am 01/28/2026. They've been praying ever since. On 01/31/2026, I added an auto flower( gorilla cookies) in two gallon coco/perlite mix.
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Week 2. Vegetation
7d ago
18 hrs
Light Schedule
24 °C
Day Air Temp
5.9
pH
420 PPM
TDS
70 %
Air Humidity
22 °C
Solution Temp
23 °C
Night Air Temp
18.93 liters
Pot Size
45.72 cm
Lamp Distance
Balugabrell Plants seemed to be growing slower than I expected to begin this week but it picked up. I was able to fim the FF. The gorilla cookies auto is about ten days old.
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