24 October 2026. End of the third week after the flip to 12/12.
Flip date: 3 October 2026 — 21 days ago.
Height gain, 17–24 October: +7 cm, or 12.5%.
Looks like the stretch is over. I was expecting more growth, so I’m a little disappointed. Still keeping the diary going — curious to see how it turns out.
On Wednesday, I decided to check the runoff. The meter gave a low pH reading, but it isn’t calibrated, so I don’t have reliable figures to report. I also added 8 g of Bloom in a circular groove that day.
Fungus gnats are being a nuisance. I’m letting the soil dry out a little, and I’ve added perlite on top and put up traps.
I did end up gently spreading four branches towards the corners. Couldn’t help myself))) The plan to leave the plant completely alone isn’t going quite as well as I’d intended.
The lower leaves are yellowing under the canopy, where the light doesn’t reach. I’m wondering whether the feeding is a bit on the light side. Maybe I should have gone with 4 g/L, but that’s only a guess for now.
A few things I’m keeping an eye on. No major drama.