Hello again, GrowDiaries family! 😎
We’ve entered Week 13 and the Critical is reaching the finish line with incredible elegance. Autumn colors have taken over the leaves, a sign that the plant is moving its last reserves into the flowers.
📏 Measurements & Training
-Height: 40 cm. Solid and very heavy structure.
-Canopy Management: Airflow is perfect. The 12°C night temperature is helping the plant show off those spectacular autumn tones.
-Visual Check: I’ve checked the trichomes closely: they are finishing their transition from transparent to milky. No amber yet, which indicates we are right at the peak of THC production. The pistils (hairs), however, are showing advanced oxidation.
🌡️ Environment & Climate Challenges
-Temperature: Maintaining 12°C at night and 27°C during the day.
-The Strategy: I’m sticking with lukewarm water for watering. During this ripening phase, it’s vital that roots don't lock up due to the cold, ensuring the trichomes finish turning milky uniformly.
-Humidity (RH): Locked at 40%. With buds this dense, low humidity is my best insurance policy.
💧 Watering & Organic Strategy
-Nutrition: We are in the home stretch. This has been the last week of nutrients to prepare for the imminent root flush.
-Pest Control: The cinnamon barrier has been a resounding success. The substrate reaches the end of the cycle completely clean.
🌿 Flower & Resin Evolution
-Diamond shine! ❄️ The resin is now much more opaque and dense. The aroma is pungent and sweet, the typical fragrance of a Critical at its optimal point.
A huge thank you to all the growers who are following this diary and for all your support and comments! It's a pleasure to share this journey with such a great community. Happy growing to everyone! 😉👍