Flower has officially begun. This was the first full week under 12/12, and the stretch is already underway.
The canopy had been trained flat before the flip and that structure is really starting to pay off now. Instead of a few dominant tops, the whole bed is pushing upward evenly and filling in with multiple strong leaders.
During the week I made a few minor training adjustments to keep the canopy level and open up light penetration. The goal is an even field of colas rather than a few tall plants fighting for the light.
I also turned on the AutoPot system for these plants this week. The difference was noticeable almost immediately, and they have started drinking much faster.
Nutrient-wise I transitioned away from veg inputs and began using pre-bloom / transitional supplements to support the shift into flowering.
Some older leaves still show slight yellowing along the margins, but the new growth is vigorous and healthy and the plants appear to be handling the transition well.
I also captured a time-lapse during the week, which showed the canopy rising steadily and the plants tracking the light cycle with strong daily leaf movement.
The stretch is officially underway and the bed is filling in nicely.
Excited to see how these tops develop over the next couple weeks.