Week 9 - First Week of Flowering ๐ธ
The dark period has ended, and these ladies came back into the light fully energized and ready for action! Itโs just the first week of flower, and theyโre all praying, stretching, and absolutely thrivingโfilling up every inch of the tent. This grow space is officially packed from wall to wall, with each plant competing for its share of light and showing off some of the biggest, healthiest leaves Iโve seen yet! ๐ฑ
A few strategic plucks here and there have kept airflow smooth and light penetration balanced. Those big leaves? Theyโre a sign of happy, healthy growth. Large leaves help the plant capture maximum light energy, essential during this stage, especially as they start focusing on developing those flowers. When plants grow huge, vibrant leaves like these, it means theyโre well-nourished and content in their environmentโa true testament to the well-balanced conditions weโve got going in the tent!
Flowering Parameters ๐ก๏ธ
Room Environment:
โข Temperature: 26.7ยฐC
โข Humidity: 63.3%
โข CO2: 960 ppm
โข VPD: 1.29 kPa (prime zone for flowering health!)
Lighting:
โข Light Intensity: 835 PPFD (ideal for boosting flower growth)
โข Solution: pH 5.96, TDS 460 ppm, temp 21.1ยฐC
โข Medium: Moisture: 100%, TDS: 520 ppm, Temp: 21.6ยฐC
Carbon Filter Installation & Smell Management ๐ฌ๏ธ๐ฑ
With the transition to flower, the scent profile is already starting to kick inโcrazy for the first week, right? ๐ธ To keep everything fresh and under wraps, Iโve set up a carbon filter system. Hereโs how itโs working: Iโve connected the filter to my Aerofan, which pulls air directly from the tent. This air is cleaned by the filter and released into the main room, where it then passes through another filter before exiting my space. This dual-filter setup means no scent escapes into the wild, keeping things stealthy and the grow room a peaceful, scent-contained environment. Perfect for anyone concerned about keeping their home free from that telltale aroma! ๐ถ๏ธ๐ฌ๏ธ
Enhanced Lighting with Emerson Effect ๐
This week, Iโve introduced an extra 15 minutes of red light at the beginning and end of each light cycle. Why? Well, this red boost taps into the Emerson effect, enhancing photosynthesis efficiency, especially during the flowering stage. By stimulating a little extra wake-up and wind-down light, weโre mimicking the natural sunrise and sunset experience for these plants, which can help reduce flowering time. Not only does it encourage smoother transitions into day and night, but in theory, itโll help these ladies finish a bit faster, while giving them a little nudge to build more substantial, quality flowers. ๐
Nutrient Adjustments ๐ฑ
Now that weโre in flower, Iโve swapped out the Start Booster for P-Boost and TopBooster to specifically support flowering needs. Hereโs why:
โข P-Boost brings in additional phosphorus, vital for energy transfer and cell division as the plant channels more resources into budding sites.
โข TopBooster supports the flowering phase by improving flower quality and density, helping to build those big, aromatic buds weโre after.
These changes bring the nutrient mix in line with whatโs most beneficial at this stage. All this precise dialing in is easy to manage thanks to the TrolMaster system. From pH to nutrient scheduling, the TrolMaster ecosystem and ThinkGrow LEDs have been the ultimate teammates in this grow journey, giving me real-time data, fine control, and peace of mind. ๐ฏ
(Not introducing UV light just yet, but stay tuned as thatโs coming soon for an added boost!)
Looking Forward ๐
Next week, weโll be upping the reds, giving us an even greater chance of activating those flowering signals for a smoother, faster transition through the cycle. Iโll keep tweaking and fine-tuning every parameter to make sure these ladies get exactly what they need to thrive.
Big thanks to the TrolMaster system for keeping everything in balance and optimized, along with the supportive Grow Fam following this journey! Your enthusiasm, advice, and support are a huge part of this growโs success. Keep following for more updates, and stay tuned for whatโs next! ๐ฟโจ
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Meanwhile, TrolMasterโs Smoke Detector is an essential safety device, especially in spaces with electrical equipment, lights, and heat-generating components. This detector can be set up to alert me instantly via the TrolMaster app if any smoke is detected, allowing me to respond immediately to any potential issues. Fires and smoke are rare in controlled grow setups but having this safety measure provides peace of mind and lets me focus on the plants without constant worry. Itโs an incredible tool for any grower prioritizing safety and proactive monitoring.
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