Week 1 Flowering: The Stretch is On! ​Update: We’ve officially wrapped up the first week of flower (Day 8 since the first 12/12 flip). The girls have really hit their stride and the stretch is in full effect—it’s amazing to see how much they’ve picked up speed over these past few days. Nebula and Caramba are looking strong, with that deep, healthy green color I love to see. ​Training & Defoliation: I’ve been heavy on the maintenance this week. I’ve done a solid round of defoliation below the ScrOG net to ensure maximum airflow and direct all that energy into the bud sites. Every now and then, I’m also plucking a few larger fan leaves from the canopy if they're shading the lower growth too much. It’s all about getting that light penetration dialed in from the start. ​Climate Challenges: It’s been a bit of a battle with the temps lately. I’ve been dealing with some heat spikes in the garage, which is definitely the biggest challenge right now. I’ve just made a major setup change—venting the exhaust directly outside the garage. It’s already showing signs of improvement, and it's a huge relief to know I'm not just recirculating that hot air. ​I’m currently running HPS, but I’ve got my eyes on the prize: a new LED setup is coming in 2-3 weeks. I’m confident that will be the game-changer I need to stabilize the microclimate. Just gotta push through this heatwave until the upgrade arrives! ​Current Vibe: Despite the climate hurdles, the plants are showing great resilience. They’re thirsty, happy, and starting to form those early bud sites. I’m keeping a close eye on the VPD and staying consistent with the feeding. Can’t wait to see how they fill out that net as the stretch continues! ​Stay tuned, more to come!