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Ive noticed that during winter I only need to wate...
ElPresidentestarted grow question 6 years ago
Ive noticed that during winter I only need to water the plants once a week or so.
Is that OK for a SpaceBucket with a ufo led?
What's better? several small waterings or a big one once a week?
Im using 1,25L a week, should I try to break that quantity to 2 waterings?
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Athosanswered grow question 6 years ago
99% or so of the water the plants drink is later transpired. Because of your low temperatures, the plant is transpiring very little and so, its needs of water are greatly reduced. It is not a matter of UFO vs HID vs whatever; if you can raise your temperatures, then your plants will start drinking more water, the ideal situation is to water for 4 to 5 days. For your temperatures 1.25 liters a week is too much; I would give it half a liter and expect it to last 3 or 4 days. Having the soil wet too long can (and usually will) attract bugs.
If you can raise your temperatures, you will see an increase in growth (or bud development) speed; try to lower your exhaust fan speed or have it on a timer (15 in on / 15 min off).
Experimentgreenanswered grow question 6 years ago
Both options are ok. Plants need oxygen as well as moisture, so getting that dry period is important. It helps to strengthen the roots and help them grow, as they're reaching for water. Unless your plant is very tiny like a seedling, I believe many growers suggest watering to where you at least get some runoff, at least that's what I've read in various books etc. As for winter...difference in heat and humidity will always play a role in watering practices.
Happy and Healthy growing. 💚:flag-us:🌱
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Kindbudzanswered grow question 6 years ago
Several small watering can potentially be more beneficial to the plant especially in soil as to not ever water the plant but is not absolutely nessicary. And yes soil does retain water very well so it is not uncommon for someone to only need to water once or twice a week. Hope this helps and good luck!
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Stickanswered grow question 6 years ago
Hi @ElPresidente! Several small waterings are always better, this helps to avoid overwatering and will allow you to have a better understanding of how your plant reacts to water/nutrients/dryness. Happy growing!
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