3 wks old
Looking good.ftcarer wrote:Quick update , re-housed & doing fineWappa's leaves stink already
One observation, why the mini stakes?
When I have used stakes, I waited until the last possible moment to determine if stakes are needed. Honestly, every time I grow I hope to use stakes. If I have to use stakes it usually means that the plant is top heavy with a big cola.
Other times it meant that the plant had stretched to a point that I had to bend the plant.I place two 1m/3ft stakes on opposite sides, butting against the side of the container. The idea being that when the plant becomes top heavy, I will be able to run a line or two between the stakes to support the stalk.
A word of caution: If you decide later on to remove the mini stakes, be aware that doing so may cause shock to the root system. Given the location of the stakes, the likely hood of this happening is significant.
Happy farming.
Hey DUR , the reason for the stakes is , went away last week mon-fri , didn't want to leave the system running or trust anyone to come in & keep an eye on them , they were to big for the windowsill after repotting , so only choice was set them up on a board on the bed with the curtains open to get as much light as poss, gave them a good water/feed & left them , fingers crossed .When we got back they were healthy enough but bending like mad towards the light, they went in to the tent as soon as i got back , the stakes were only1/2inch-1inch into the soil, just there until they straightened up which took 1 16hr light session & i've already taken them out job done , the reason they are so big is , all i could find at short notice 
Sending out the good vibes to those that need them right now
Next time give me a holla and I'll watch 'em for ya. 
A potential problem that plagues most solo indoor growers is having to leave the system unattended while away for an extended period of time. Shit happens sometimes that doesn't afford us much of a choice - either shut it down, keep it running, or do something similar to what you did.
The longest I have left my system unattended was for one weekend. During the entire time I felt a little stressed because of not knowing if everything was working properly. Sounds silly but shit does happen, even to the best and brightest. I could have shut the system down because it was only for one night and it wouldn't have any affect on the plants, but for some reason I decided not to - I won't be doing that again. My main concern is that something will go wrong with an electrical device which in turn could start a fire. This is also the reason why I run the system between 6pm-6am, someone always at home. Also makes for an interesting three to four weeks when the system is running 24/7. Modified greenhouse growing is looking better every time I think about indoor growing. I'll leave that to some other time.
Keep us posted.
A potential problem that plagues most solo indoor growers is having to leave the system unattended while away for an extended period of time. Shit happens sometimes that doesn't afford us much of a choice - either shut it down, keep it running, or do something similar to what you did.
The longest I have left my system unattended was for one weekend. During the entire time I felt a little stressed because of not knowing if everything was working properly. Sounds silly but shit does happen, even to the best and brightest.
I could have shut the system down because it was only for one night and it wouldn't have any affect on the plants, but for some reason I decided not to - I won't be doing that again. My main concern is that something will go wrong with an electrical device which in turn could start a fire. This is also the reason why I run the system between 6pm-6am, someone always at home. Also makes for an interesting three to four weeks when the system is running 24/7. Modified greenhouse growing is looking better every time I think about indoor growing. I'll leave that to some other time. Keep us posted.
If it's not one thing, then it's another. Geez.
I see you have a small problem, nothing that can't be fixed. Boner is probably right about over watering. How often and how much do you water the plants?
The plants are still small and don't require much water, and depending on the grow medium used, some provide enough nutrients and trace minerals to sustain a plant for several weeks.
Suggestion - From the pictures you have provided, the plants should only need about one liter of water every three to four days. You want to saturate the soil, but not so that water is flowing out of the bottom, at least not at this stage. The roots are still shallow, most likely not yet half way to the bottom. Allow the top inch of the grow medium to dry before watering again. When the plant is flowering, wait until the top two inches are dry before watering/feeding again. This technique works for me, may work for you as well.
Open this link, http://www.stonerforums.com/lounge/growfaq/97.html and look at Figure 5 Over Watering - Notice the discolored leaf on the bottom left plant, and one on the plant second from the top left. Also notice how the leaves droop, a definite sign of over watering.
Click on the Grow FAQ. You might find some useful information.
If possible, give us a pic of the entire plant as well as the problem area. It would help when trying to diagnose a problem.
Keep us posted.
I see you have a small problem, nothing that can't be fixed. Boner is probably right about over watering. How often and how much do you water the plants?
The plants are still small and don't require much water, and depending on the grow medium used, some provide enough nutrients and trace minerals to sustain a plant for several weeks.
Suggestion - From the pictures you have provided, the plants should only need about one liter of water every three to four days. You want to saturate the soil, but not so that water is flowing out of the bottom, at least not at this stage. The roots are still shallow, most likely not yet half way to the bottom. Allow the top inch of the grow medium to dry before watering again. When the plant is flowering, wait until the top two inches are dry before watering/feeding again. This technique works for me, may work for you as well.
Open this link, http://www.stonerforums.com/lounge/growfaq/97.html and look at Figure 5 Over Watering - Notice the discolored leaf on the bottom left plant, and one on the plant second from the top left. Also notice how the leaves droop, a definite sign of over watering.
Click on the Grow FAQ. You might find some useful information.
If possible, give us a pic of the entire plant as well as the problem area. It would help when trying to diagnose a problem.
Keep us posted.
Cheers ronlock not spying on me though are you ??/ hhhhmmm they are getting 1l every 4 days & i've been waiting until the top 1-2 inches are dry before watering again this is why i was unsure as to what was wrong , I know small things wrong can be the start of bigger probs but this is the only thing wrong i've noticed so i'm still a happy chappy
not spying on me though are you ??/ hhhhmmm they are getting 1l every 4 days & i've been waiting until the top 1-2 inches are dry before watering again this is why i was unsure as to what was wrong , I know small things wrong can be the start of bigger probs but this is the only thing wrong i've noticed so i'm still a happy chappy Sending out the good vibes to those that need them right now
ronlock? As in Sherlock?ftcarer wrote:Cheers ronlock
Spying? As in what I suggested is what you already have been doing?
If this is what you are doing, might I suggest doing it a little less?
Seems the plant needs even less water than 1lt every four days; this shouldn't be a problem, all things considered. With over-watering, and under-watering as well, recovery typically doesn't take that long, usually a week more or less depending on the size of the plant. I have over-watered plants before and this is what I did to recover them:
- I decreased the amount from 1lt to .5lts.
- I used a spray bottle to water the plants, medium mist setting, until the plants recovered, approximately one week. My plants were a little bigger than yours in the photo, so it may take yours a little less time.
Keep growing happy chappy.
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