29.11. F28
General Overview
• Flower Day 28 marks the end of Week 4, and the grow is still performing exceptionally well.
• The canopy is now thick, powerful, and fully developed — the SuperBuffCherry #26 is deep in mid-flower and showing strong bud formation.
• The main colas currently range between 80 and 90 cm in height, standing tall and sturdy.
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Canopy Management & Defoliation
• Due to the increasing amount of leaf mass and a rise in humidity, airflow became a concern.
• To counter this, a second oscillating fan was added inside the tent to improve internal air circulation.
• Additionally, a heavy defoliation session was performed to:
• Reduce moisture buildup
• Increase airflow around bud sites
• Lower the risk of mold or mildew
• Improve light penetration to lower and mid-level branches
• The canopy now breathes much more freely, and the plants responded well to the clean-up.
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Environment
• The main issue at the moment is high humidity due to dense foliage, which has now been addressed.
• Even with strong ventilation, the environment began showing conditions that could lead to powdery mildew (PM) if left unchecked.
• It’s not a confirmed outbreak yet, but the early signs and risk indicators are there.
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Plant Condition
• Aside from the mildew risk, the plants themselves are in excellent health:
• Strong structure
• Zero nutrient issues
• Deep green leaves
• Great hydration and vigor
• Visible flower stacking beginning across all tops
• BioTabs continues to deliver consistent, stable feeding without needing adjustments.