Week 8 Plant Growth Summary
Lighting:
Light schedule remains under review, currently around 16.67 hours as part of the ongoing reduction plan. The goal is to reach 15 hours of light by the week of May 26, aligning with civil twilight to avoid triggering early flowering during the eventual outdoor transition.
Irrigation & Feeding:
Began the week with 4 gallons of nutrient solution in the reservoir (standard feeding levels).
Midweek, the reservoir was flushed and cleaned, then refilled with 3 gallons of plain water at pH 6.5 to help balance conditions.
Training & Maintenance:
Performed light pruning of lower leaves showing signs of nutrient burn or receiving insufficient light.
Continued low-stress training with soft ties to open up canopies and encourage light penetration to new growth.
Blueberry Muffin was topped this week to encourage bushier growth.
Overall Plant Health:
Both plants are looking healthy and responding well to training. Adjustments are continuing in anticipation of the mid-May transplant outdoors.