Just got this clone, some tips?

kingtaco999
kingtaco999started grow question 5mo ago
I just got this clone Fluffer Nutter. Wanna make sure its healthy. First clone, any tips?
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Leaves. Color - Yellow
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00110001001001111Oanswered grow question 5mo ago
it's rooted, so it's like any other plant. Don't overthink it.
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7daysaweek
7daysaweekanswered grow question 5mo ago
Looks like it needs re-potting, feeding and higher light intensity. Treat it like you would a seedling.
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WonderJo
WonderJoanswered grow question 5mo ago
Here's what I got! Good luck 🤞🏻 I’ll keep this **plant-health / horticulture focused** and general. ### What I’m seeing in the photo Overall, this looks like a **fairly healthy young clone** 👍 A few small things stand out, none of them alarming: 1. **Lower leaf yellowing** * The oldest fan leaves at the bottom are paling/yellowing first. * That’s very common with clones as they transition from rooting → active growth. * Usually indicates **mild nutrient hunger** *or* the plant reallocating resources upward. 2. **Leaf posture** * Leaves are mostly flat and open (good sign). * No major clawing, tacoing, or drooping → suggests **watering and environment are mostly dialed in**. 3. **Color** * New growth is lighter green than older leaves, which is normal. * No spotting, burn, or deformation that would scream pests or disease. ### Is anything “wrong”? Nothing that looks like a serious issue. If I had to rank concerns: * **Very mild nutrient deficiency or underfeeding** * Possibly **root zone still establishing** (common with clones) No signs of: * Heat stress * Overwatering * Pest damage * Toxicity ### How to optimize growth from a clone (general best practices) These apply to **any cloned plant**, not just this one: #### 1. Root zone health is everything * Let the medium **dry slightly between waterings** * Avoid keeping it constantly wet — clones hate soggy roots * Gentle airflow helps oxygenate the root zone #### 2. Gradual nutrition * Clones need **lighter feeding than established plants** * Once you see consistent new growth, they can handle a bit more nutrition * Sudden heavy feeding is a common clone mistake #### 3. Light intensity * Clones prefer **moderate light**, not max intensity * Too much light too early slows root development * If growth feels stalled, backing light off slightly often helps #### 4. Environmental stability * Consistent temps and humidity matter more than “perfect” numbers * Big swings slow clones down #### 5. Structural optimization (optional) * Once it’s clearly established, **gentle training or topping** can encourage even growth * Don’t rush this — wait until the plant is actively growing and responding well ### TL;DR * ✅ Plant looks healthy * 🌱 Minor lower-leaf yellowing is normal for clones * Focus on **roots, gentle feeding, stable environment** * Don’t rush intensity — clones reward patience If you want, you can tell me: * how long it’s been a clone * what medium it’s in * whether it’s rooted firmly yet …and I can help you fine-tune things further.
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AestheticGenetix
AestheticGenetixanswered grow question 5mo ago
Let her get settled. And then feed her and get her in a proper environment. She will be fine and is mostly fine right now. She looks normal for being a clone that you received from someone
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JUNGLE_B4RNS
JUNGLE_B4RNSanswered grow question 5mo ago
Purple stems, purple petioles, clear stripes between the veins of the leaves = lack of magnesium from too intense light
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