The flowering stage is progressing really well and Iβm genuinely happy with how sheβs coming along at week 7. The first brown pistils have already started showing on two of the branches, which confirms sheβs deep into her flowering cycle now β right on schedule for Glue Gelato Auto.
Next week Iβm planning to significantly increase the flowering nutrients β particularly Big One and Top Candy, which should really push bud size and resin production from here on. Around the middle of the week Iβll also do a proper defoliation, clearing out the fan leaves that are blocking light from reaching the lower bud sites. The canopy has filled in nicely but it needs opening up to let those buds really fatten up.
Water intake has increased quite a bit β Iβve stepped up from one liter to two, and even then the soil is nearly bone dry by early morning. That kind of uptake is a good sign β the roots are clearly healthy and the plant is working hard to fuel bud development. Iβll be watching closely to see if she needs even more as things progress.
Iβve also been doing regular branch adjustments, gently repositioning the roped branches to keep the canopy level and make sure every top is getting its share of light. Nothing too aggressive at this point β just keeping things tidy.
Week 7 feels like a critical stage now. Pushing the flowering nutrients harder from here should make a real difference in final bud size and density.