Week 6 Flower Report: Maturation in Full Swing!
đ Welcome to the week where the magic of maturation takes center stage! đ
The garden has reached a pivotal moment as the trichomes are bursting with potential. Each one a glittering universe, they are the undeniable stars of this show, taking over every surface with their frosty brilliance. ⨠Watching them evolve is like witnessing art being created in real time â itâs a reminder of the beauty and patience this craft demands.
Trichomes: The Frosty Frontier
This week, the focus is all about those frosty beauties!
⢠Trichomes are the key indicators of ripeness and cannabinoid production. Watching their progression from clear to cloudy to amber provides the ultimate insight into maturity.
⢠Currently, weâre seeing a fantastic mix of cloudy trichomes with some clear still hanging around â a perfect sign that theyâre gearing up for their final push.
⢠Fun fact: Trichomes serve as the plantâs natural defense mechanism, protecting it from UV rays and pests while being our treasure trove for cannabinoids and terpenes.
Spectrum Tuning: The Science of Light
Light plays a major role in shaping the maturation process, and this week, weâve dialed in the spectrum for optimal results. Hereâs the breakdown:
⢠Whites: Running at 77% to maintain robust overall growth and trichome density.
⢠Deep Reds, Far Reds, and UV: Maxed out at 100% to mimic the end-of-season spectrum, signaling the plants to finish strong.
⢠Deep Reds: Enhance photosynthesis efficiency through the Emerson effect.
⢠Far Reds: Promote stretch and flowering hormone production.
⢠UV: Stimulates trichome production for an extra boost of frost!
Weâve also added a timing twist:
⢠Reds & UV start 15 minutes before whites to simulate sunrise.
⢠Reds & UV finish 15 minutes after whites to mimic sunset, creating a more natural light transition.
These subtle timing tricks help reduce stress while optimizing light absorption, ensuring every photon counts! đ
Environmental Conditions: Precision is Key
Here are the dialed-in parameters for the week:
⢠Temps: 26.3°C
⢠RH: 70.1%
⢠CO2: 800 ppm
⢠VPD: 1.03 kPa
With these numbers, the ladies are thriving in their sweet spot, absorbing nutrients efficiently while maximizing trichome development.
Lighting Power:
⢠Lower layer at 800 PPFD and the upper layer shining bright at 1500 PPFD. The canopy coverage is perfect for even development throughout the garden.
Nutrition: Balanced and Boosted
Weâve stuck with the tried-and-true nutrient mix this week but with some strategic adjustments:
⢠Removed Breaking Powder to focus on trichome maturity.
⢠Introduced K-Boost at 0.5 ml/L, giving the plants the potassium edge they need to pack on weight and enhance terpene production.
⢠Feeding solution details:
⢠pH: 6.2
⢠TDS: 755 ppm
⢠Temp: 20.6°C
In the Autopots, the medium stays perfectly hydrated at 100% with:
⢠TDS: 580 ppm
⢠Temp: 22.2°C
Shoutouts and Gratitude
A huge shoutout to the amazing genetics and these incredible ladies, and a big thanks to Trol Master, Aptus Holland and Pro Mix for the stellar products that are elevating this grow to new heights! đąđŞ
To all growers out there, remember: Patience is the secret ingredient. Watch, learn, and trust the process â the results will always amaze you.
Hereâs to another week of growth and gratitude. Onwards to Week 7 with hearts full of joy and gardens full of frost! đđ
Growers Love,
Your Grateful Gardener
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