**Week 8 - Third Week of Flower**
Things are getting wild in the Donutz tent! After the insane stretch last week, the plants have turned the space into a full-on jungle. The start of Week 8 called for drastic measures, and the results are setting the stage for explosive bud production.
**Key Updates**:
- **Aggressive Defoliation**: On Day 1 of the third flower week, the plants underwent a *brutal* defoliation. Every bud site that had started to develop its own leaves was stripped of its fan leaves, allowing light to flood the canopy. Even the smallest sites now have excellent exposure, giving them the best chance to mature into chunky nugs in the coming weeks. Despite the intensity of the trim, the plants are resilient and primed to bounce back strong.
- **Boosted Nutrients**: To support the plants after the stress of defoliation, I added another 5-6g of Greenhouse Feeding Bloom per plant. This ensures the soil stays nutrient-rich and gives the plants the resources they need to recover and thrive.
- **Watering**: Still rocking reverse osmosis (RO) water, ensuring clean and efficient hydration without any surprises.
**Observations**:
- The canopy is significantly cleaner and more open, with light now reaching deeper into the lower sections.
- The plants are handling the defoliation well, with no immediate signs of stress or shock.
- Bud sites are already looking promising, with visible development and an even distribution across the canopy.
**Looking Ahead**:
The next few weeks will be all about letting the plants recover and watching the buds stack up. With improved light penetration and a fresh dose of nutrients, everything is lined up for some impressive development.
The Donutz are thriving, and the Florida Gang vibes are at an all-time high — the tent is set to deliver big!