Blue Dream (Barney's Farm)

MichaelTheBarnOwl Blue Dream Grow #7, Entry #2 Days Since Emergence: 8 The first week focused on seedling establishment and the transition into early vegetative growth. Light intensity increased from approximately 305 PPFD to 395 PPFD over the course of the week. Light height remained unchanged, and UVA has not yet been introduced. Water volume increased from 0.25 L to 0.5 L per plant, while nutrient concentration increased from approximately 340 PPM to 485 PPM. Cal-Mag increased from 2 mL/gal to 3 mL/gal, and silica was introduced at 1 mL/gal by the end of the week. Plant height increased from approximately 0.50 inches to 2.25 inches. Approximately 1–1.5 inches of additional medium was added around the stem midway through the week to provide support and encourage rooting below the cotyledons. The final height measurement was taken after a portion of the stem had been buried and therefore understates total vertical growth during the week. The first node is established, the second is expanding, and the third is emerging. Growth rate is increasing as the plant transitions into early vegetative growth. Environmental conditions remained warmer and drier than optimal for this stage, but no associated issues were observed. The first topping is expected within the next week, with a second topping planned during the following week prior to the transition to 12/12.