Week 7: Flowering Stage
Rising Temperatures and Growth
The weather has taken a positive turn, with temperatures rising again. This change should promote some nice growth in the ladies. The increase in warmth will help accelerate bud development, and I expect to see significant progress in the coming days.
Nitrogen Toxicity Banana Purple Punch
After the initial intervention two days ago, the situation has not worsened. I am monitoring the growth of the newly emerging leaves to ensure they do not continue to curl downward. The pH level of the runoff looks good, sitting exactly in the ideal range (6). I hope the plant recovers quickly and that growth and yield are not adversely affected.
Feeding and Watering Adjustments
With the warmer weather, I have adjusted my watering schedule to ensure the plants remain hydrated. I’m now giving each 11-liter pot 3 liters of nutrient solution to prevent salt buildup. This should help keep the plants healthy and promote optimal growth.
Pest Control
A few leaves have slight holes due to snail damage, but otherwise, there are no significant pest problems. The plants are still kept in the greenhouse overnight due to the high snail population. I don’t want to serve the ladies to the snails on a silver platter.
Bud Development
The buds are swelling nicely, and the resin production is increasing. The plants are showing significant signs of maturity, with the aroma intensifying. The trichomes are developing well, and I’m pleased with the progress so far.
Blue Dream: This strain has the largest buds so far, and the smell is the most intense.
Banana Purple Punch: The buds are also looking good, but the aroma is weaker compared to Blue Dream.
Gorilla Cookies: This plant has had a growth spurt and is showing beautiful tops with white hairs.
Tangie: After the initial pre-flowering, Tangie has not formed many buds and is still in the full stretch phase.
Low-Stress Training (LST) Update
I am no longer tying the plants down. Instead, I am bending some branches in different directions to ensure all the shoots receive sufficient light. I have removed very few large leaves but am tucking the leaves out of the way.
Happy growing my friends 🍀🥦