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Thanks for the reply. Ive noticed CalMag mentioned constantly on grow forums. Is that because of the problem you described? I want to make sure I'm understanding you correctly. Are you saying I should add lime until I reach a neutral pH? Thanks againShort on soluble calcium. Everyone growing weed on the internet is, especially under Led.
They add the bare minimum of lime to those bagged mixes,like 8 cups per yard. And probably no microbes to make it available.
All bagged soil grows look the same under Led. Good photosynthesis but the juices aren't flowing. The calcium doesn't match the npk at all for slow drinkers.
Led leaf temps are low, causing poor uptake of mass flow nutrients. Boron calcium phosphorus is the chain of command being most affected. Boron probably isn't short in any soil.. Phosphorus definitely isn't short in Cannabis branded stuff.
Ph is progressive, 8 cups gets them to 5.5-6, but you'll need another 30+ cups to get up to 7. At neutral, microbes and plants will make sugars and acids to break down the calcium compounds and create a healthy slightly acidic ph gradient in the soil.
Finishing time is completely dependent on nutrition. That thing has barley started blooming. The fastest strain I've grown was 10-11 weeks from seed. 6 weeks sounds unreasonable.
Except everyone using hard water.Short on soluble calcium. Everyone growing weed on the internet is, especially under Led
Lime is a mineral salt. Add water and it becomes Calcium and Carbonate ions in the soil solution. Microbes don't interact with it much at all.They add the bare minimum of lime to those bagged mixes,like 8 cups per yard. And probably no microbes to make it available.
I concur with @ComfortablyNumb.Any response is appreciated.
I have been wondering about FFOF. Results aren't the same. You've just validated my suspicions. I was talking about it with the guy I usually see when I'm in Grow Generation.I would change the soil. I do not care for FF. Their new formula sux dog meat.
Other than that, a slight watering issue. Nothing else.
Basic Watering
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You said I need to diagnose before adding anything (which makes perfect sense). To my untrained eye, she looks pretty healthy. In other words, I don't see a problem that needs diagnosing. That's why I'm here. You guys with expertise see no telling how many things I don't notice. The consensus amongst those who replied to my thread seems to be that my plant needs more calcium. Would you take that as enough evidence for a diagnosis, and add gypsum? Or would you do something else to ensure the plant needs Calcium. If so, what would that be?Diagnose FIRST
LOL gooks like it has another 4-6 weeks to go.Also wanted to ask if anyone was willing to take a guess on how long until completion? I know with such limited info, it would be just a guess . Seed was advertised as 6 weeks from seed to harvest. I've learned most seed banks estimate is realistically how long it will be flowering, not "seed to harvest". It's been visibly flowering for 2 weeks. This past week the white hairs seem to be increasing exponentially each day. To anyone willing to guess, does 4 weeks til harvest look about right ?
Looks like the site describes using this at the time of planting. Is this something I can top dress my current plant with, or are you recommending it for future plants? I'm all for boosting trichs, anything to increase maximize bud quality.You do not have a calcium problem. That plant looks great.
start checking your trichomes.
If you want to boost trich production, give it some sticky icky.
We use this on our tomatoes also. The flavor is intense.
Sticky Icky-Enzyme Blend
Sticky Icky supplements your soil’s naturally produced enzymes, to give you a shortcut and a boost to radical oil and resin production.—including enzymes that “stress” your plants, sending them into oil-producing hyperdrive. This doesn’t hurt the plant...or your pocketbook, for that matter!dakine420.com
You can top dress it in before planting while you are cooking the soil. If you are already planted, then 1/4 teaspoon in a gallon of water and feed it that way. We do not use it for VEG. We give the first dose at flip, and once a week from then. We used to mix it in but I think the VEG cycle is quicker without it. We have not been using it that long, But I do see improvements in trich quantity.Looks like the site describes using this at the time of planting. Is this something I can top dress my current plant with, or are you recommending it for future plants? I'm all for boosting trichs, anything to increase maximize bud quality.
I made the suggestion of gypsum over lime because it's a readily available source of calcium and has minimal effect on pH. I do not mean just add it to add it. I would only add it if you are using the same brand soil, are running the same strain, and had prior calcium issues. Then, I'd mix it directly into your soil prior to your next run at about a 1/2 tablespoon per gallon of soil. An over abundance of calcium can affect the uptake of other nutrients (potassium) so only use it if you actually need it.I want to thank all you for responding. Let me make sure I understand all the advice.
In a nut shell:
-the FFOF soil I heard raved about so much "sux dog meat" currently lol.
- I should possibly add some gypsum to m soil- I need to adjust my watering habits
I presume gypsum would be added as a top dressing to avoid disturbing the roots? Either that, or your giving me advice for my next plant which I'll be starting quite soon.
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YES! Finally, someone else who gets it.I'm not a fan of throwing everything including the kitchen sink into your soil in hopes that something will stick. You usually end up with toxic soup that way.
You can top dress it in before planting while you are cooking the soil. If you are already planted, then 1/4 teaspoon in a gallon of water and feed it that way. We do not use it for VEG. We give the first dose at flip, and once a week from then. We used to mix it in but I think the VEG cycle is quicker without it. We have not been using it that long, But I do see improvements in trich quantity.
You guys have been incredibly helpful. Particularly, ComfortablyNumb & MIGrampaUSA. I'd been hesitant to post on any grow forums. I'm really glad I did & encourage others who are debating it to do so. I'm feeling more confident about what I'm doing. The over/underwatering info gave fantastic pointers. Getting experienced eyes on pics of your plant, as a beginner, is really valuable instead of reading generalized articles. Generalized articles with surprisingly contradictory info at that. Thanks again.YES! Finally, someone else who gets it.
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