DogDoctorOfficial # 🍋 Pickle Lemon Haze F1 — Pheno A
## Germination Week | Aiming For The Moon
Hello GrowDiaries family! 👋🌱
Welcome to the very first entry for Pickle Lemon Haze F1 Pheno A.
Today marks the beginning of another journey inside the new Zamnesia tent project, where we'll be following these exciting F1 genetics from seed all the way to harvest.
Just like the Blue Waffle F1 diaries, this project is being documented individually for each phenotype. Although both sisters share the same genetics, environment, and treatment, every plant develops its own personality, pace, and story.
And from the very beginning, this particular girl already seemed eager to get moving.
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## A New Project, A New Adventure
This run is completely separate from my ongoing 12/12-from-seed project.
Instead of flowering from day one, these plants are being given the opportunity to fully develop under a traditional vegetative schedule.
Current plans include:
- 18/6 light schedule
- Full vegetative development
- Potential Low Stress Training (LST)
- Potential topping
- Possible Scrog implementation
- Structural development observations
- Full seed-to-harvest documentation
At this stage, however, everything begins with a healthy germination.
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## The Cannakan Germination Method
Like the rest of this project, Pickle Lemon Haze F1 Pheno A began life inside the Cannakan germination system.
The process remains intentionally simple.
The seed was placed into the system using only plain water.
No nutrients.
No additives.
No stimulants.
Just water.
After approximately 24 hours of soaking, most of the water was removed while maintaining enough moisture to create ideal germination conditions.
The seed responded quickly.
Very quickly.
Before long, a strong healthy taproot had emerged and was ready for planting.
Sometimes seeds take their time.
This one looked like she had a schedule to keep.
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## Why Only Water?
One question that often appears during germination is:
"Why not feed the seed immediately?"
The answer remains simple.
The seed already contains everything required for the earliest stages of life.
Inside that shell are all the energy reserves needed to establish roots and begin development.
At this stage, I prefer allowing the seed to use those natural reserves exactly as nature intended.
The objective is not to feed the plant.
The objective is simply to wake it up.
Water is enough.
Nature already prepared the rest.
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## A Taproot With Somewhere To Go
One of the highlights of this week was the impressive taproot development.
The photographs tell the story perfectly.
Healthy.
Bright white.
Strong.
Vigorous.
The kind of taproot that immediately gives a grower confidence.
Not every seed reveals its intentions so early, but this one certainly seemed determined to get moving.
After seeing that development, the decision was easy.
It was time for soil.
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## Into Plagron Lightmix
Once a healthy taproot had developed, Pheno A was transferred directly into Plagron Lightmix.
This remains one of my favorite starting substrates thanks to its excellent aeration and forgiving nature during early development.
After planting, the response was immediate.
Less than 24 hours later, the seedling was already emerging above the soil and searching for light.
The transition from seed to seedling happened smoothly and without complications.
Exactly what every grower hopes to see.
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## Why Use A Humidity Dome?
During the first few days after emergence, the seedling spent time under a humidity dome.
Young seedlings have only a very limited root system and therefore limited access to water.
Maintaining slightly elevated humidity helps reduce moisture loss while roots continue developing beneath the surface.
The humidity dome is not intended to become a permanent environment.
It is simply a temporary support tool during one of the most delicate stages of life.
As roots develop, the dome is removed and the plant begins adapting to normal growing conditions.
The goal is adaptation.
Not dependence.
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## Building The New Zamnesia Grow Tent Kit
This project is being grown entirely inside the new Zamnesia Grow Tent Kit.
One of the biggest surprises during setup was just how straightforward the assembly process turned out to be.
The entire system was assembled by one person.
Tent.
LED.
Carbon filter.
Inline fan.
Ducting.
Controller.
Cable management.
Everything.
Even with a few adjustments required due to space limitations, the entire setup was operational in less than an hour.
The instructions are clear, beginner-friendly, and easy to follow.
Build quality immediately impressed me.
The frame feels extremely solid, the materials feel durable, and the overall first impression has been overwhelmingly positive.
Now it's time to see what the plants think.
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## What's Included In The Kit?
The complete Zamnesia Grow Tent Kit includes:
- Grow Tent 100×100×200 cm
- Phytonaut LED Grow Light 320W
- Inline Duct Fan 150 mm
- Carbon Filter Air Purifier 150 mm
- Grow Environment Controller
- Grow Tent Clip Fan
- Flexible Ducting
- 24-Hour Timer
- Rope Ratchet Hangers
- Velcro Cable Management Accessories
Everything currently running inside this tent comes directly from this package.
No substitutions.
No upgrades.
No modifications.
This allows a genuine evaluation of the complete system exactly as supplied.
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## Environmental Conditions
For this first week, lighting was intentionally kept gentle.
Using a PAR meter, light intensity was measured at approximately:
~200 PPFD
Young seedlings simply do not require intense lighting.
The objective at this stage is root development and healthy establishment rather than maximum growth speed.
Environmental conditions remained stable throughout the week and the seedling responded beautifully.
Healthy posture.
Healthy color.
Steady development.
No signs of stress.
Exactly what we hope to see from a successful germination.
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## First Impressions Of Pickle Lemon Haze F1 Pheno A
Although still only at the very beginning of her journey, Pheno A has already made an excellent first impression.
Fast germination.
Strong taproot.
Rapid emergence.
Healthy structure.
Excellent vigor.
And perhaps most importantly:
Enthusiasm.
Some seedlings emerge cautiously.
This one looked like she was already planning next week's growth.
Of course, seedlings have a habit of surprising us later, so we'll let time tell the story.
For now, however, she certainly appears eager to get started.
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## Looking Ahead
Over the coming weeks we'll continue documenting every stage of development.
We'll follow:
- Root establishment
- Vegetative growth
- Environmental management
- Structural development
- Training decisions
- Nutrient progression
- Genetic expression
- And whatever unique characteristics this phenotype chooses to reveal
For now, Pickle Lemon Haze F1 Pheno A has completed a successful germination week and has settled comfortably into her new home.
The roots are growing.
The leaves are reaching.
And if these first few days are any indication, she may already be aiming for the moon.
Grower's Love everyone. 💚🌱🍋🚀
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Used method
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Germination Method
1
Week 1. Vegetation
12h ago
1/30
6 cm
Height
18 hrs
Light Schedule
26 °C
Day Air Temp
6.0
pH
No Smell
Smell
765 PPM
TDS
71 %
Air Humidity
24 °C
Solution Temp
24 °C
Substrate Temp
25 °C
Night Air Temp
0.3 l
Pot Size
0.3 l
Watering Volume
450 PPM
CO₂ Level
Nutrients 4
Hydro A
1.4 mll
Hydro B
1 mll
Hydro Roots
1 mll
DogDoctorOfficial Folder 14 — Pickle Lemon Haze — Pheno A
Week 1 Vegetation — Small Plant, Big Potential
Hello growers,
Welcome back to the Zamnesia Tent project.
As with the rest of this run, each phenotype is receiving its own individual diary. Even when plants share the same genetics, environment, feeding schedule, and care, they often reveal unique characteristics as they mature. By documenting them separately from seed to harvest, we get a much clearer picture of how each phenotype develops throughout its journey.
Today we are looking at Pickle Lemon Haze Pheno A, a young seedling that has quietly put together a very promising first week of life.
At this stage, the focus remains simple: healthy roots, healthy leaves, and steady development.
Everything else comes later.
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The Environment
Week 1 was all about providing consistency.
The Zamnesia ecosystem maintained stable environmental conditions designed to support strong seedling development while minimizing unnecessary stress.
Conditions throughout the tent averaged:
* Temperature: 26°C
* Relative Humidity: 71%
Lighting was introduced at a measured 250 PPFD, which is slightly more aggressive than many traditional seedling schedules but still well within a comfortable range for healthy development.
The fixture was operating at:
* 27% power
* Approximately 86 watts drawn from the wall
The goal is to allow the seedlings to establish themselves under meaningful light intensity from the beginning while carefully observing their response.
Air movement was provided by:
* Zamnesia extraction fan running at Level 5
* Circulation fan running at Level 4
Together they create a stable environment with gentle airflow and excellent air exchange.
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Feeding Program
Although the earliest days were supported using collected rainwater, this week marked the beginning of the nutrient program.
The seedlings have now received their first feeding consisting of:
* Plagron Hydro A
* Plagron Hydro B
* Plagron Hydro Roots
Mixed to:
* EC: 1.53 mS/cm
* pH: 5.96
* Water temperature: 24.2°C
The objective at this stage is not maximum growth, but healthy root development and a smooth transition into the hydroponic-style coco system that awaits next week.
So far, Pickle Lemon Haze Pheno A appears completely comfortable with the program.
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Preparing The Coco System
While the seedlings remain in their starter pots for now, much of this week’s work happened behind the scenes.
The Plagron Premium Grow Bags have been filled and hydrated in preparation for next week’s transplant.
Rather than flooding the coco all at once, hydration is being performed gradually through a reservoir-fed release system. This allows moisture to spread slowly and evenly through the medium, helping the coco expand naturally and uniformly.
Only distilled water has been used during this preparation phase.
By the time transplant day arrives, the medium should be fully hydrated and ready to welcome the developing root systems.
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Pickle Lemon Haze — Pheno A
For a plant this young, there is already plenty to like.
Growth has been compact and controlled throughout the week, with very tight internodal spacing and a sturdy overall structure. The plant is finishing Week 1 pushing confidently into its third set of true leaves while maintaining a balanced and symmetrical shape.
One of the first things that stands out is the leaf morphology.
Compared to some seedlings that display narrower early growth, this phenotype is producing noticeably broader and rounder leaves. The overall appearance feels dense and compact, giving the plant a strong and healthy look despite its small size.
A slight tip burn can be seen on portions of the first true leaves, but this appears to be purely cosmetic and limited to the earliest growth. New development is emerging cleanly, with healthy color, good vigor, and no indication that the plant is being slowed down.
In fact, if anything, the newest growth suggests the exact opposite.
The plant appears to have shrugged off that minor imperfection and continued forward without hesitation.
The stem remains sturdy, the leaf posture is positive, and overall growth is progressing exactly where it should be for this stage.
Perhaps the most exciting part is simply how uniform these F1 plants have been so far.
While individual personality will undoubtedly emerge later, the early signs point toward strong stability and excellent breeding work.
It will be fascinating to see what traits begin separating the phenotypes as they move deeper into vegetation.
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Looking Ahead
Next week should be a significant one.
The move into the hydrated coco grow bags will dramatically increase available root space and mark the beginning of a new phase in development.
With the roots no longer limited by the starter containers, growth should begin accelerating noticeably.
For now, however, the objective remains unchanged:
Healthy roots.
Healthy leaves.
Healthy growth.
And Pickle Lemon Haze Pheno A is checking every box.
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Thank You
A huge thank you to everyone following this journey and supporting these diaries.
Special thanks to:
* Zamnesia for the genetics, equipment, and support that made this project possible.
* Plagron for providing the nutrients and growing media used throughout the run.
* The GrowDiaries team for providing a platform where growers can document, learn, and share their experiences.
* And, as always, the incredible growing community whose knowledge, encouragement, and passion help make this hobby so rewarding.
Week 1 is officially complete.
The foundations are set.
Now the real adventure begins.
Growers Love and see you all next week as Pickle Lemon Haze Pheno A moves into coco and starts writing the next chapter of her story.
🌱🍋💚