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Leaves getting darker

herbalistsswordstarted grow question 5 years ago

Noticed the leaves are turning a shade of purple. Is this normal or some nutrient issue?

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Justa_Retardanswered grow question 5 years ago

Doesn't look normal for the strain you're growing, so it's probably because of cold nights.. cold can make the plant switch out the chlorophyll for Anthocyanins.. - It's not really a bad thing, as it makes your plant capable of absorbing a larger spectrum from the sun, tho at a diminished capacity.

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