The Grow Awards 2026 ๐Ÿ†
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@Hydronaut
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Preparing to yank out top shelf and rejig things. I can only gain 4โ€ but it will be needed as this thing is running hard. Closer than 8-10โ€ to the LED light, and she WILL get cooked! Next Gen grow box gains almost 8โ€ in height with same dimensions, so problem solved. I may have to cut CO2 until stretch is over or just cut altogether. I got a close eye in her. Day 44: She's looking good, and stretching at a rate of 2"/day in her tin can. I did a light defoliation and cleaned up training wires. I'll leave her be from here on out; less some selective defoliation to keep sites open. I cut CO2 (which would have been helpful a bit earlier), and may turn back on at the end of week 8, time will tell. Day 46: She looks like she is 4+ days behind when compared to the other 4 autos I have grown. She will either catch up, take longer to mature, or I'm screwed because of the heavy defol. Flower development seems slow/odd. 10pm and sheโ€™s now 22โ€ tall and too close to the light. Flower productivity accelerating for sure. Maybe she will just catch up, and finish late? Bummer I had this one in quarantine. Day 48: leave symptoms developed further into dark rust spots very suspect to a calcium deficiency. I flushed for a few hours, cut Gro out all together and bumped Micro and Bloom. Increased CalMag from .8ml to 1.5 ml/gallon. Now observing. Day 49: Another day or two will tell but it feels like the deficiency is slowing as the progression on day 47-48 was an hour by hour progression. Throughout the week, and almost everyday, I have taken a dozen or so leaves throughout the canopy and the undergrowth. One day I defoliated her pretty good, but not super heavy. Massive leaf production and has crowded the plant/bud sites out in a matter of a day or two. Day 52: Looks like calcium or possibly potassium deficiency back in check. Newer leaves look good and no progression on older leaves.
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Decided to chop her as there was some crazy foxtailing and I wanted her to be dry and have had a few days cure so I can try it on Christmas day. Well that's the plan anyway .๐Ÿ˜œ She weighed in at 630g wet but that's arbitrary as that's all the stems also. The buds are all dense and very fragrant. Thick trichomes that left the cutters thick in resin after the wet trim.. They are hanging now at 16c and 49%. Back later to report on them..
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Thank you. Growing cannabis is an art that seems to evolve as you learn it. While it may only take a little knowledge to get started, It seems that this may take a life-time to perfect (doubt I'll ever make that category, but I will certainly try). So thank-you to the community that Shares, Comments, Follows, and Likes. Your efforts in any of these actions make these journals a worth-while and perfect way for us all to learn. I personally appreciate it. Also a huge Thanks has to go out to Grow Diaries for making this community even possible. Your efforts to supply the data storage alone is more than enough, but you the fact that you dont stop there and constantly try to improve the experience even more makes this my favorite community to to share on. And then lastly, but certainly not least, a heartfelt Thank-you to Fast Buds for selecting me as 2nd place in a photo contest and making these seeds available, I'll try my best to honor the gift and opportunity to grow these. Your sponsorship in keeping the community active here is an in-valuable learning tool of its own. And then your branding/research helps give me confidence in knowing that I am working with great genetics before I even start my grow. ---------------------------- Germination Start 2/13/24 to 2/18/24 2/19 to 2/25 Veg Days 1 to 7 Week 0 to 1 Germination took 6 days from dropping in water to transplanting into 1 gallon pots. 29hours in a glass of 6.3ph room temp RO water. Something I would only attempt if they were both floating. They were,so leaving them that long they were able to crack open. I then placed both in paper towels wet with the glass water and pasted to the sides of the glass for 3 days (1 day too long in retrospect). I placed in rapid rooter pods and closed with toothpick tips. They popped out from the pods 1 day later but I gave them 2 days before transplant. Video: Incubator water level is key for rapid rooter pods to wick properly during incubation. Transplant to 1 gal pots: I am using a 50/50, 50%perlite/50%soil with a .5lb of dolomite lime and a .5ml of flora micro added to .5 gallon of RO water (Im mixing 2 gallons of soil total so the water to soil ratio is 1/4 of the total medium volume) to achieve a soil tested ph of 6.4. I am using a 50/50 soil/perlite mix because I plan to use these in auto pots. I also used about 1 cup of the same soil mix water to pour around the plant after transplant; you can see how the perlite rises to the top where I did this. I sprayed two domes and covered - I plan to leave covered for the first week. Feed: I kept them under the domes and sprayed every day that I didnt feed them, to keep humidity up while I let them find water in the soil. By the end of the week I took the domes off and took pictures. Feed this week was another 1 cup of 6.3ph water 5 days after transplant. Feed plan next week will increase the amount to 2 cups of plain-no-nute water with about 4 days between feeds. I want to see the water run through so if I need to use more than 2 cups I will. The idea is to water deep and through, but then make them search for more before the next feed, hopefully spreading the roots out while doing it. Veg Plan: I plan on 8 colas for each plant. So that will be 3 topping days and a total of 7 cuts. I will want to cut the first time on day 21 if I have 5+ nodes. I will transfer to 5 gallon auto pots with-in 1 week of the first topping. Once I have 3 nodes of new growth past the first topping, I will top those two branches to the first node again. (that's 3 cuts total by this point) Then, after 3 new nodes of growth after that, I will do a last topping on the 4 branches. (4 new cuts added to make a total of 7 cuts and 8 colas) I will train the branches using LST/HST with tie downs as soon as I can after the first topping day to help maintain the branches growing where I want them to. I will also introduce an adjustable tomato ring after they have settled into the 5 gallon forever pots to provide support and mobility Hopefully all goes well, and I will have 1 to 2 weeks of growth before flip after week 8. I think it sounds more ambitious than it really is, but if you follow this journal, we will see together.
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Flowering day 74 since time switch to 12/12 h. Hey guys :-) Finally the time has come . The lady was harvested and hung upside down in the dry tent ๐Ÿ˜. Before that, she stood in the drying tent in complete darkness for 2 days and the large leaves were removed. The small leaves stay attached during the drying process so that they protect the buds and allow them to dry more slowly and evenly :-) . In the dry tent, the temperature is 18-19.5 degrees and the humidity is 54-58% ๐Ÿ‘. In this environment they are now allowed to hang for 10-14 days before they are fine-tuned and trimmed clean by hand. then after trimming they come to ferment for 6-12 weeks in dark jars with bobeda packs 62% to keep the perfect humidity. After a few weeks, the Boveda packs 58% are used so that they can slowly dry out :-) . Of course there is one last update after trimming. Until then, I wish you a lot of fun with the update. Stay healthy and let it grow ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ You can buy this Nutrients at : https://greenbuzzliquids.com/en/shop/ With the discount code: Made_in_Germany you get a discount of 15% on all products from an order value of 100 euros. ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ You can buy this strain at : https://www.exoticseed.eu/ Water ๐Ÿ’ง ๐Ÿ’ง๐Ÿ’ง Osmosis water mixed with normal water (24 hours stale that the chlorine evaporates) to 0.2 EC. Add Cal / Mag to 0.4 Ec Ph with Organic Ph - to 5.8 - 6.5 MadeInGermany
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Week 6 Well, I finally have 8 tops ๐Ÿ˜Ž. Now itโ€™s just a matter of keeping her growing strong and training the tops into the right position. After that is accomplished itโ€™s show time. I am going to guess that it will take a 7-10 days for me to get her where I like it at which point Iโ€™ll let her get a few nodes taller and then flip. Main-lining takes some extra time but it is worth it imo. Cooler internals are: 6.0 pH 0.4 EC 65 F solution temp. The tent is running 71 F lights on and 68 F lights off. Humidity is 36-38%. Onward!! ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿป
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Starting a new cicle. One of new money is 1 week younger. The Mid cicle is ready to flip The final cicle is near from harvest, maybe on 14th february. some crosses of a male Girl Scout cookies with : White widow, Industrial plant, White diesel and (White fire og x bubbakush )all made in 2014.
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**400 Gallon** fabric pot (Not 80 Gal) Yes thatโ€™s right, no nutrients in the water. The soil is rich. So right now we are just getting her established with her new fixers. (Field Peas)
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started this week off by changing it to 12/12 lighting once i see her start to bud i will change bulbs... will keep updated
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Went away for seven days had a friend come by and water the garden Absolutely exploded since Iโ€™ve seen them last very pleased with all of the plants except for mystery auto number one. It is disappointing me some but hopefully the top will bring more growth. Canโ€™t wait to see these continued to develop!!!
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Going off what other people say about 2x-3x growth during the preflower stretch I decided it's time to flip!
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Got me a cool little gadget, a jewelers loupe. How are the trichomes looking?
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The smell in the tent is simply delightful with the surrender of strawberries and pepper, it hurts the eyes very much! Plants washed, cut and sent to dry. Very good cycle this time. smoke report and results through 1 week. Thanks to everyone who followed!
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This is where we are at .. I don't know if I should cut the bigger leaves to help with energy ๐Ÿค”
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๐ŸŒธ WEEK 5 FLOWER โ€“ โ€œAiming for the Moonโ€ Hello, beautiful people! Itโ€™s been a busy stretch, but Iโ€™m finally back with another exciting update from our Permanent Marker girls โ€” and wow, what a sight they are right now. Both phenos are truly stunning in their own unique ways. โ€ข Pheno #1 is aiming for the moon โ€” nearly 2 meters tall, stretching with grace, and starting to show her first flashes of color. The top buds are swelling, pistils glowing bright white, and the early hues are giving us a glimpse of whatโ€™s to come. โ€ข Pheno #2 stays more compact around 120 cm, with equally gorgeous bud formation โ€” dense, balanced, and full of life. We did a light defoliation this week to open the canopy, helping airflow and light penetration reach deeper into the structure. The goal is simple: give the photons space to dance and the air room to breathe. The results are already visible โ€” the girls look happier, more open, and vibrant. ๐ŸŒฟ Environment & Feeding Conditions are stable now that the AC is up and running (finally!). Temperatures have dropped to a comfortable range, and both phenos seem to love it. We continue with our Aptus Holland organic program, using: โ€ข Regulator โ€ข Top Booster โ€ข CalMag Boost The pellets in the soil are still doing their silent magic, slowly releasing nutrients and keeping the system balanced. ๐Ÿ’ซ Bud Development This week, trichomes are starting to form more visibly, and the white hairs are shining under the lights. The buds are stacking up beautifully, especially on Pheno #1 โ€” her size and structure promise something truly special. The aroma is beginning to intensify, that sweet, deep tone of the Permanent Marker genetics revealing itself layer by layer. ๐ŸŒ A Quick Recap From germination in the CannaKan, through the lush veg powered by Aptus nutrition, under the ThinkGrow and Future of Grow LEDs, this grow has been a journey of precision, patience, and passion. Now, at week 5 flower, weโ€™re officially entering the heavy bloom phase โ€” where the artistry of the genetics truly begins to express itself. ๐Ÿ† Dognabis Cup Update The Dognabis Cup is officially in full bloom too! The welcome boxes have reached growers worldwide, and weโ€™re seeing the first unboxings and diaries popping up โ€” what a beautiful sight! To all participants: good luck and have fun! Remember, the more detailed and complete your diary, the better your chances of winning. This Cup is about sharing, learning, and growing together โ€” and Iโ€™m so proud to see it finally taking shape. ๐ŸŒฑ Whatโ€™s Next Next week, weโ€™ll be looking for more color expression, denser stacking, and the early glisten of trichome frost. Iโ€™ll also be keeping a close eye on the temperature balance as the buds pack on size. Huge thanks to everyone who follows this journey โ€” the sponsors, the community, the growers, the dreamers, the haters, the lovers โ€” every one of you makes this space alive. Until next week, stay lifted and stay curious. ๐ŸŒฟโœจ To grow is to share, to bloom is to connect โ€” and through every cup, seed, and story, we keep the garden alive. **THE DOGNABIS CUP OFFICIALLY STARTED** โฐ @everyone **The Dognabis Cup** is an independent, community-driven virtual competition designed to bring people together, celebrate and share the passion for cultivation. This competition is organized by DogDoctorOfficial and is not affiliated with any of other third-party platforms. More than 30 contenders will have to grow with the same genetics and using one of our Aptus Pograms (Premium, Clean, Super Soil). We can follow weekly updates ***(list will be updated all the time as more growers join)***: ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis#09P** (**P**hotoperiod) https://growdiaries.com/diaries/285981-grow-journal-by-sadhus ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis#09A** (**A**utoflower) https://growdiaries.com/diaries/286091-grow-journal-by-sadhus ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis #16P** https://growdiaries.com/diaries/285519-grow-journal-by-fabisfinest ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis #017P** https://growdiaries.com/diaries/285851-grow-journal-by-highgrower0711 ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis #18P **(**P**hotoperiod) https://growdiaries.com/diaries/265751-grow-journal-by-develgrow ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis #18A **(**A**utoflower) https://growdiaries.com/diaries/285549-grow-journal-by-develgrow ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis #21P** https://growdiaries.com/diaries/285531-grow-journal-by-mrs-larimar ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis#22A https://growdiaries.com/diaries/287996-grow-journal-by-daves-garden710 ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis #22P https://growdiaries.com/diaries/287990-grow-journal-by-daves-garden710 ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis #811A Jealousy Diesel Auto https://growdiaries.com/diaries/287216-grow-journal-by-philhsy ๐ŸŒฑ **Dognabis 19A https://growdiaries.com/diaries/289566-grow-journal-by-marijuanaut?lnk=2066296 ***Here are some other useful links:*** *Dognabis Cup on Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/dognabiscup/ *Explore Aptus Premium Programs:* https://aptus-holland.com/premium-programs/ *Explore Aptus Clean Programs:* https://aptus-holland.com/clean-programs/ *Explore Aptus Super Soil Programs:* https://aptus-holland.com/super-soil-programs/ Happy growing everyone ๐Ÿ’š โธป ๐Ÿ“ฒ Donโ€™t forget to Subscribe and follow me on Instagram and YouTube @DogDoctorOfficial for exclusive content, real-time updates, and behind-the-scenes magic. Weโ€™ve got so much more coming, including transplanting and all the amazing techniques that go along with it. You wonโ€™t want to miss it. โ€ข GrowDiaries Journal: https://growdiaries.com/grower/dogdoctorofficial โ€ข Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogdoctorofficial/ โ€ข YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dogdoctorofficial โธป Explore the Gear that Powers My Grow If youโ€™re curious about the tech Iโ€™m using, check out these links: โ€ข Genetics, gear, nutrients, and more โ€“ Zamnesia: https://www.zamnesia.com/ โ€ข Environmental control & automation โ€“ TrolMaster: https://www.trolmaster.eu/ โ€ข Advanced LED lighting โ€“ Future of Grow: https://www.futureofgrow.com/ โ€ข Root and growth nutrition โ€“ Aptus Holland: https://aptus-holland.com/ โ€ข Soil & substrate excellence โ€“ PRO-MIX BX: https://www.pthorticulture.com/en-us/products/pro-mix-bx-mycorrhizae โ€ข Curing and storage โ€“ Grove Bags: https://grovebags.com/ โธป Weโ€™ve got much more coming as we move through the grow cycles. Trust me, you wonโ€™t want to miss the next steps, letโ€™s push the boundaries of indoor horticulture together! As always, this is shared for educational purposes, aiming to spread understanding and appreciation for this plant. Letโ€™s celebrate it responsibly and continue to learn and grow together. With true love comes happiness. Always believe in yourself, and always do things expecting nothing and with an open heart. Be a giver, and the universe will give back in ways you could never imagine. ๐Ÿ’š Growers love to all ๐Ÿ’š
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โœŒ๏ธ๐ŸŽƒ Thank you for checking my cultivation. โœ‚๏ธ Last defoliation and LST to receive more light on buds.
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Bueno familia ya finalizamos, estas red hot cookies son una cepa bestial. La verdad que el secado muy bien 7 dรญas en Malla y a los botes, 45% humedad y 23 grados es la temperatura ambiental que han tenido en el secado. 4 plantas que se cultivaron en un armario de 1.20 pero estos ejemplares solo ocuparon 80x80. Asรญ que ya estรก cultivada esta gran variedad que es novedad este 2020, americana de la familia Cookies, la Tropicanna Cookies (Girl Scout Cookies x Tangie) con un porcentaje de thc entre los 17/25%, una bomba. Que decir de Agrobeta, lo peta ๐Ÿ’ช en cuanto a nutrientes. Un saludo y buenos humos.
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I had lots of issues with this as it was my first grow essentially and I kept running into VPD issues, whether it be too high of a temperature or humidity, but that is not the fault of the plant or genetics, just have a tiny cabinet to grow in so it's hard to dial things in. There is not much of a smell, it's kind of like a Michael's craft store, or potpourri? It's very subtle and kind of sweet, but it does not stand out. Hopefully, the smell will come out more once it's dried and starting to cure? We'll see. Also, I have no idea the amount of wet weight harvested, I just sort of cut the whole plant at the base and then hung it upside down. ๐Ÿ˜…
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Day in and exit fan 15 min off 15 min on Van is full on Night in and exit fan 30 min off 15 min on Van is off Lst tranings return Day 30 Grow powder 2gr/1L Short Flowering 2gr/1L 800ML Per Pot Day 32 No Nutrients 800ML Per Pot
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As of day 58 the grow is still going well! The buds are long, fragrant, and firming up. The blueberry aroma is getting stronger and stronger, and is just a fantastic terpene profile. I have been dialing up my bloom nutrients, and added raw yucca as a wetting agent. The yucca will be essential for my auto feed setup next grow, so I want to use it a bit with my hand watering first. The plant still has a ways to go, at least a few more weeks. But I have high hopes! Thanks for reading ๐Ÿ‘
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27/02/19 - This one is great, I popped the seed 24hrs after the gelato and this one seems to be developing its leaves a lot faster than the rest, so far really happy with DNA and with mills nutrients, itโ€™s a lot easier to mix and I no longer have to use ph down because once all mixed itโ€™s at a 5.8/5.9. ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿป 02/03/19 - Just transplanted all into their final pot, just in time I think as it looked like the roots were starting to circle at the bottoms of the pot, sprinkled half a tea spoon of Mykos on each hole prior to the transplant & fed them 2.5 litres each. I was going to saturate the whole pot but Iโ€™ll do that next feeding.