squalino La Samouraï
Photoperiod vs Autoflowering: Photoperiod
Nutrients and System: BioTabs and AutoPot
Germination Day: Day 1
Lifespan: 1 day
Strain and Producer: Hokuzan by World Breeders
Genetic Summary and Lineage:
Hokuzan (World Breeders) is a hybrid created in collaboration with Hidden Group Genetics, resulting from a cross between Hokuzai and Fizzy Gum (combining elite genetics such as Slapz and Grapes N Cream).
Meaning of the name "Hokuzan":
In Japanese, Hokuzan (北山) literally means "Northern Mountain." It’s a name that evokes strength, resilience, stability, and a majestic stature, perfectly suited to this robust and resinous strain.
🌿 Substrate Preparation (BioTabs Nutrients)
Initial Mix:
50 g of Startrex,
5 g of Mycotrex.
Mix well with the substrate.
Set aside 3 handfuls of this mix for the planting hole.
Soil Enrichment:
Add 50 g of Silicium Flash.
Mix well and fill the pot.
Base Fertilization:
Insert 3 BioTabs (fertilizer tablets).
Push the tablets to different depths, spacing them about 10 cm from the future plant location and from each other.
Planting:
Fill the central planting area with the 3 handfuls set aside.
Plant the seed in the center.
💧 Water Preparation
Test and control the pH using the Milwaukee pH tester.
My tap water has a high pH, so I adjust it with Plagron pH Down.
The pH is strictly set to 6.3 for all initial manual waterings, as well as for the future 100-liter AutoPot reservoir that will be put into service in 3 weeks.
🏯 The Legend of the Hokuzan Fortress: the impregnable stronghold.
In the 14th century, the island of Okinawa was divided into three rival kingdoms. To the north, dominating the dense jungle and steep cliffs, stood the Hokuzan fortress (Nakijin Castle). Built atop a rocky ridge surrounded by a deep ravine, this fortress of pure strength protected the rulers of the Northern kingdom. For decades, its winding limestone walls seemed utterly impenetrable.
But let’s go back in time, long before the wars and stone walls… To a time when Hokuzan was just a wild and untouched mountain, shrouded by the mist of the northern peaks. It was on these sacred slopes, under the watchful gaze of the forest spirits, that the legend of a plant with mythical power was born, capable of withstanding the harshest elements… And it is this story that we will write together throughout this grow.
💡 Did you know?
In Japanese, the traditional word for hemp/cannabis is Taima (大麻). In Shinto spiritual tradition, cannabis was not simply regarded as a plant, but as the ultimate symbol of purity and protection against evil spirits. Even today, during the coronation rituals of the Emperor of Japan, he must wear ceremonial robes made exclusively from purified hemp fibers.
A huge thank you to World Breeders for sending me this beautiful strain! It is undoubtedly one of the most stunning genetics I have ever seen, and I am really looking forward to watching it grow. ❤️❤️
A big thank you also to everyone who is already following me and to those who will join this diary over time. Make yourselves comfortable, the show is just beginning! 💚🌱
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Used method
Directly In Substrate
Germination Method
1
Week 1. Vegetation
9d ago
1/7
9 cm
Height
18 hrs
Light Schedule
26 °C
Day Air Temp
6.3
pH
No Smell
Smell
57 %
Air Humidity
23 °C
Night Air Temp
20 liters
Pot Size
0.1 liters
Watering Volume
100 cm
Lamp Distance
Nutrients 1
Bactrex
1 mll
squalino La Samouraï
Strain & Breeder: Hokuzan by World Breeders
Germination Date: September 9, 2026
Age: 7 days
Plant Height: ~9 cm
Environmental Data: (Identical to opening parameters)
📅 Daily Journal (Day 1 to 7)
Day 1: No nutrient input.
Day 2: No nutrient input.
Day 3: No nutrient input.
Day 4: Watering with 1 g of Bactrex in 1 L of water (divided for 3 plants).
Day 5: No nutrient input.
Day 6: No nutrient input.
Day 7: No nutrient input.
📝 Weekly Description
She's growing super well! Her stem is getting stronger day by day to support her height and her already well-developed beautiful leaves.
💡 Did you know...
the Discovery of Cannabis in Japan
Cannabis (known as Taima) is one of the very first plants to have been cultivated in Japan, dating back to the Jōmon Neolithic period (over 10,000 years ago!), long before rice cultivation arrived. The early inhabitants made clothing, unbreakable ropes, and fishing lines from its incredibly strong fibers.
📜 THE ANECDOTE:
The Legend of the Ninjas
In Japanese folklore, the rapid growth of cannabis is used for the agility training of apprentice Ninjas! The young student had to plant a hemp seed and, each day, jump over the sprout. Since the plant can grow several centimeters a day during the peak season, the Ninja had to jump higher and higher each day to keep up with its growth rate. It was the perfect test to develop their relaxation and agility!
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A big thank you to World Breeders for this superb Hokuzan genetics that is starting off beautifully, and thanks to everyone who follows and will continue to follow this journal! 💚🌱
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Week 2. Vegetation
2d ago
1/9
14 cm
Height
18 hrs
Light Schedule
25 °C
Day Air Temp
6.3
pH
No Smell
Smell
57 %
Air Humidity
21 °C
Night Air Temp
20 liters
Pot Size
0.1 liters
Watering Volume
90 cm
Lamp Distance
squalino La Samouraï
Strain & Breeder: Hokuzan by World Breeders
Germination Date: September 9, 2026
Age: 14 days (Week 2)
Height: 14 centimeters (+5 centimeters)
📅 Daily Journal (Day 8 to 14)
Day 8: No nutrient input.
Day 9: No nutrient input.
Day 10: No nutrient input.
Day 11: No nutrient input.
Day 12: No nutrient input.
Day 13: No nutrient input.
Day 14: No nutrient input.
📝 Weekly Description
A second week of very vigorous growth! The plant is developing wonderfully with large, sturdy leaves and a very healthy green color. The main stem is thickening nicely, and the beginnings of secondary branches are already showing well in the leaf axils. The overall structure is very stocky and promising for the future!
THE ANECDOTE:
Hemp, the Plant Shield of the Samurai
While the plant is now heavily regulated in Japan, it was at the heart of the lives of samurai warriors during the feudal era!
The traditional weapons and armor of the Samurai had to be not only strong but also extremely lightweight to ensure maximum agility in combat. For this, Japanese armorers used pure hemp fibers (Taima) woven and compressed with natural lacquer to make some breastplates, protective straps, and helmet linings. The hemp fiber provided phenomenal resistance to cuts from sword blades (Katana), while remaining breathable.
A big thank you to World Breeders for this exceptional genetics that is already showing its strength, and a big thank you to all the readers and subscribers who are following this adventure! Stay tuned for more! 💚🌱
@PsicoOne, thank you, that's very kind. I'm glad that some people read it. I wanted to enrich the content about my plants, and it was the perfect opportunity to talk about Japan, which I didn't know much about either. 😌 I'm happy you read it! ❤️❤️❤️❤️