HELP! from an expert would be nice.
- Thread starter newgrower92
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you are looking good, The pot you have it in is kind of large for such a young plant. The plant is establishing its root system now, consentrating on root growth rather than foliage growth. Thats why people generally start out their young ones in dixie cups or other small containers and transplant several times befor the final pot. I know its frustrating watching them grow slowly, but on the good side C-99 is an excellent choice for a sativa grow. I've grown it for several years and been very happy with its easy care and good yeild.
newgrower92
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thanks guys so basically to sum it up keep the light closer. should i be misting the leaves at all? and should i be getting more lights to put on the sides of it. i only have 1 cfl 60w equvalint to 13w emitting 800 lumens and 6500 k
lime73
Weed Modifier
yes you can mist...and more light on the sides will definitely help.
newgrower92
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and misting them with my cfl light being about 2 inchs away wont burn my leaves?
ae86 grower
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it will get some spotting on the leaves if you mist when lights are on, but only with more lights one 6500k more than likely won`t hurt her..
also get a small fan blowing on her, just to help the stem thicken up, she`ll thank you for it....
also get a small fan blowing on her, just to help the stem thicken up, she`ll thank you for it....
newgrower92
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i only have 1 lightt right above her how long untill she starts forming branchs do you figure?
JASON79
Active Member
if have you got any more coco/soil fill the pot up to just under 1" from the top of the plant pot
this will increase the root mass soon and reduce the plant height, if you leave a gap of say 3-4" from the top of the pot it will trap the heat from the light
and dry the soil out
this will increase the root mass soon and reduce the plant height, if you leave a gap of say 3-4" from the top of the pot it will trap the heat from the light
and dry the soil out
newgrower92
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k i filled it a bit more but i dont want to put soil past the bottom 2 leaves the tear drop leaves or whatever there called and i added another cfl 6500k beside it
ae86 grower
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you can fill it to the first set of true leafs if you want too, the other bulb will help it thicken up if you top it, its simple just cut the top node off theres plenty of vids on youtube, and stick in a small fan and your away with it..
newgrower92
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k so i just cut off the top node wont that kill my girl shes still little?
Sean Tom
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why are you misting this plant? as long as you are watering the soil when needed then there is no reason to foliar feed. you started from seed I assume, the linear branching, so yes your grow is going almost as good as they can. I would add some Nitrogen fertilizer and I would also top it now. It will force it to grow more shoots down low therefore adding to the bushiness. and if possible get it in the smallest enclosure you can, ie cpu tower speaker box, or even bathroom closet insert. add some mylar to the inside. your lady will grow her ass off even with the light you have. trust me
Sean Tom
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Does a fan stop stretching of a plant? I know for a fact that adding more light/more intense light will stop stretching. A fan however is great for ventilation and also air blowing on the plant strengthens the stem. (will hold your buds better)
Sean Tom
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No topping your plant wont kill it because your plant has its first four nodes(branch spouts). plus in my opinion, your plant is over a month old. There are plenty of hormones to assist with the stress.
newgrower92
Member
ighttt is there any certain angle i have to cut it at the top or anything? and how long untill i see results from toppping her
ae86 grower
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you can cut at an angle if you want to re-pot the top, cutting at at angle will increase surface area for new roots, or cut straight across if just removeing the very top, to take a clone (top) hen cut at an angle, give it a dip in rooting powder or gel, then plant and cover with a dome (can be made from drinks bottle cut up, and wait for her to grow..
for this you will have to take at least 3 nodes off your girl tho, but its not something to worry about your in fact helping her...
for this you will have to take at least 3 nodes off your girl tho, but its not something to worry about your in fact helping her...
newgrower92
Member
im not gonna clone her so jus straight across and it should be fine? do i have to do anything after i cut off the top?
