20.01. F1
Overview
The first week of flowering started off strong, with the plants transitioning into the 12/12 light cycle without any major stress. Structurally, they are well prepared for bloom and show a healthy overall appearance. However, this week also revealed a heavy thrips infestation, clearly visible through the characteristic small white spots on the leaves.
To counter this, I took action early and applied nematodes via watering on Monday, January 26th. This biological approach should significantly reduce the pest pressure over the coming days and prevent further damage as flowering progresses.
Summary
Despite the thrips issue, this week was mainly about stabilizing the flowering phase and reacting quickly to challenges. Catching the infestation early and responding with nematodes should pay off soon, and I expect visible improvement on new growth going forward. With the plants otherwise looking strong and well-established, the focus now shifts to recovery, consistency, and letting them fully settle into bloom. If all goes as planned, the coming weeks should show cleaner foliage and the first real signs of flower development.