Grandaddy Black Feminized grow diary (journal) week16 by StunFlower

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You should use the feed charts from GH to see how much you are supposed to feed. You are running too much bloom and calcium. Cal-mag at that rate is extremely high and you will start to see the lockout of other nutrients (potassium, magnesium, manganese and iron). I would get your PPMs/TDS around 500-600 (EC 1.0/1.2). You are over feeding and it is evident by how dark she looks. Also, you can see how she is eating by checking your buckets and seeing if the PPMs are rising or falling. PPMs rising means she is drinking more water and not enough nutrients, increasing the PPMs of the solution = overfeed. PPMs dropping mean the opposite. In hydro less is more 😃!!!! here is a feed chart: https://gh.growgh.com/docs/Feedcharts/GH_FloraSeries-REC_03216am.pdf . I would bring the Cal-mag down to 1.5-2.5ml/gal (depending on your water), and the micro, bloom, and grow to 50% recommended dosage, or 5ml/gal micro and grow, and 2.5ml/gal of bloom. The Cal-mag has nitrogen as well, so you should have plenty. Happy growing! 👊

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motaman311commented5 years ago

@stunflower, awesome. good luck! 👊

StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@@motaman311, Appreciate the support so much. 🙏 I've lightened up the mix as recommended.

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motaman311commented5 years ago

@stunflower, I would do the same. The difference, other than brands, is .1% magnesium and more nitrogen in the sensi cal mag. Botanicare is: N 2.00% Calcium 3.20% Mag 1.20% and Sensi is: N 4.00% , Calcium 3.20% Mag 1.10%. Calcium needs nitrogen to work, that's why all cal-mag products have some nitrogen in them. If you have RO water, then 2-3ml/gal, if tap/well then less, 1-2.5ml/gal. The best advice is watch how your plant reacts to the change.... if you start to see a calcium deficiency, which you definitely shouldn't, then increase accordingly. You will probably have to increase the calcium in flowering, but veg and early flower you should be ok with much less. Don't hesitate to ask questions if you have some.. we are here to help each other out! 👍

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NuggetPawncommentedweek 165 years ago

Nice harvest mate 👍 I doubt hollow stems equal a calcium def though... A hollow stem is actually advantageous. It means the plant uses less mass to grow tall. And a hollow stem is actually stronger and less prone to bending vs a normal stem. Think about how strong bamboo is 😊

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@NuggetPawn, Thanks for the info. Much appreciated. ✌️

NuggetPawncommented5 years ago

@stunflower, unfortunately the internet is full of broscience... hollow stems might actually be because of a deficiency of some sort, but that is mainly because most breeders try to produce strains with vigorous growth. So it’s just a byproduct of our ladies growing as fast and as tall as possible. If you ever need any info/help go on Cocoforcannabis.com. Some really experienced growers growing in all sorts of mediums. And it has a chat room. I found it a few months ago, never looked back 👍

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@NuggetPawn, Dang. That’s good to know. I had read that hollow stems were symptomatic of calcium deficiency. Happy to know it’s a plus.

MrGreenFingerscommentedweek 65 years ago

Looking real nice and healthy brother 🤩

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@MrGreenFingers, Thanks. I definitely won't be going as heavy on the defoliation from here on in.

MrGreenFingerscommented5 years ago

@stunflower, hehe dont worry, it will be a bush again in a few days lol, just dont go to crazy once flowering as leaf production will slow down

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@MrGreenFingers, Hey, thanks for looking in! Your styling skills have inspired me and I bit the bullet and opened her up. 🌳✂️

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NuggetPawncommentedweek 164 years ago

Wandered through here and then saw how you trim, very unique, I like it 😏

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StunFlowercommented4 years ago

@NuggetPawn, Ha ha. Thanks. Edward Scissor Hands meets Dr. Seuss. ✂️🌳

realeafZAcommentedweek 164 years ago

Wow very nice bro!! I can't wait to see how mine will come out. Hopefully anything close to yours🔥🔥🔥

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StunFlowercommented4 years ago

@realeafZA, Good luck with yours! It's a fantastic strain. 👍

MovingOncommentedweek 165 years ago

Usually after flipping the lights, you don't see any flowers for about 2 weeks anyway. Good harvest!

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@MovingOn, Thanks! Good to know. I'd read different things about how impactful (or not) light leak could be to flowering.

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MrGreenFingerscommentedweek 165 years ago

Oh yeah bro, I do love me some berry tasting weed! Sounds delightful, now you just gotta refrain from dipping your hand in the jar until cured 😮

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@MrGreenFingers, Yes, that will be a challenge because the first taste was so surprisingly nice. I've come this far though - I'll try to hold on. In the meantime, I'm keen to get my magic butter machine going with some of the nice trim and popcorn buds I collected. 👍

ThatoneAKguycommentedweek 135 years ago

Without the tribulations you wouldn’t know you’re alive lol. Looking pretty damn good all things considered. Should be a great finish

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@ThatoneAKguy, Thanks. In that case, I definitely feel alive! 😅

MrGreenFingerscommentedweek 75 years ago

Time for another haircut already, I swear they love it! ✂️

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@MrGreenFingers, Ya, I was thinking I should get in there one more time. I'm still blown away how fast she filled out.

JinksyGrowscommentedweek 65 years ago

Just found your diary and your GDB is looking great! Looking to grow this next round and am looking forward to seeing how these girls will grow. Good growing and good luck👍✊

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@JinksyGrows, Thanks! I'm keen to see how this turns out. All the best with yours! 👍

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Wicked_Stixcommentedweek 55 years ago

Love those fat leaves. She looks pretty stout. Mine is at 2 weeks now. Will be happy if I can get similar growth rate on her. Good luck in flower!

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@Wicked_Stix, Thank you so much! I am frankly surprised how stout both plants I have going are compared to my first growing attempt earlier this year. I'm thinking the more powerful air pump I've added to aerate the water has made the biggest difference this time around. I hope I can keep things manageable through the stretch in my limited grow space. 🤞

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Athoscommentedweek 35 years ago

2.04 EC is really high for this stage. Most strains do not go over 1.8 EC at peak flowering. Reduce the feeding to half that amount. Notice how dark green is the color of the foliage? That is too much nitrogen (grow nutes) What you are seeing is "the claw", a clear sign of too much nitrogen. Cheers.

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StunFlowercommented5 years ago

@@Athos, Thanks so much for your feedback. Much appreciated. Your diagnosis seems to be the popular consensus. I'll cool my jets and dial back the nutes. 👍

MrGreenFingerscommentedweek 135 years ago

Pity about the broken branches but still look like she will produce some nice buds for you! 😉

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