1st grow!! *HQ Pics* HELP appreciated :)

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Setting:
Indoor, closet
2 plants (dank bagseed)
MG Organic soil (seedling) --> FoxFarm Ocean Forest (Veg)
Ferts: Grow Big (veg) Tiger Bloom (flower)
CFL set up (210w mixed spectrum ~6500k in veg *420w 2700k during flower)
Cardboard+mylar housing
Fans 24/7, passive ventillation (for now..)

Progress: (Only showing 1 out of 2 plants at start, because they both have looked practically identical while growing)

8-14-2010

(germination)

8-15-2010

(peek-a-boo)

8-16-2010

(taking shape)

8-19-2010

(om nom nom)

8-21-2010

(new leaves.. FYI sand on the topsoil corrected gnat/larvae issues I was having

8-23-2010

(looking good)

8-26-2010

(getting bushy)

8-26-2010

Plant #2(ignore the runt in the background)

 

8-29-2010

(Questionable leaf curling.. was informed that my temp 90F and humidity 25% is the cause.. trying to improve these conditions..)

Plant #2 8-29-2010

(same problems)

8-30-2010

(side stem shot)

9-2-2010

(curling is bad.. also some yellowing. I have 2 fans on high and the door open.. temp still 88-90F. Open jar of warm water in for 3 days, humidity still wont go higher than 30%)

Plant #2 9-2-2010

(looking better than #1)

9-2-2010

This was the runt growing off to the side, obviously very sick, is getting planted outside somewhere or given away.. either way it's getting it's ugly ass out of the room before transplant

9-2-2010

(Transplanted today! I hope they enjoy their new home.. I also set up a THIRD fan blasting on high... hopefully temps go down. Put a second open jar of water in there to get humidity up..)



(Peek at the set-up)




_\|/_ Again, thanks for taking interest! This has been a fun project so far. Please feel free to ask questions.. criticize.. or just rant and rave about what a n00b I am. It's all much-needed feedback!! Let me know if I left any vital info out. Everyone loves fresh healthy buds, with your help I just might succeed.

Will update often.
Peace!!

 

Thanks

Yeah I actually have that EXACT Moisture/PH meter.. the moisture meter works great and I dont have to shove my finger in the soil.. but the PH meter doesnt seem to do anything.. I'll leave it in the soil for 1-2 mins but the needle never moves. Stays on like 7+. Could that be accurate? Also, can it be used to test run-off water?

 

Day 19 from sprout
Veg. A


Veg. B


Not MUCH growth.. but some since I transplanted.. so I'm assuming the roots were in good shape. Obviously some mobile deficiencies happening there with both A and B in curling/yellowing, but the new growth has been a deep green.In A.. possible little leafy budsites??
It's been 72 hours since the transplant into the Hot, rich FoxFarm.. Could they be showing dominant strain characteristics in the long slender leaves? Or do I generally want to see wide leaves?

the moisture meter is still showing ok @ root level. Watered the new medium pre-transplant, let drain 15 mins, niiiice and moist.

The AC is now rigged to blow in cool air, but it's not very controllable..(thermostat doesnt trigger from the heat, so it's on and off) while lights on, the temp (at light/plant level), ranges from 83-95. could be a harmfull change?

While lights-off it's serene, perfect 71-78. Gentle fan breeze. Once the roots settle in and I see more growth I'll be adding some FF grow nute, low concentration at first. I plan on some veg time but not too long. 2-3 weeks would be pref. I hope my Veggies show vibrant growth!!

-peace

 

9/5/10


Veg. (A)


Nice top-view of (A). Leaf curling has decreased, definitely some growth, so I know the roots are settling and expanding in the new soil!

(B)


Not as tall as A, but clearly more bold green, and shinier leaves. Leaves are flattening out nicely is it continues to grow.


Closely check out this side shot of (A)


If you look directly in the center, right on the upper-stem.. dont those look like pistils?? Seems very early to show sex.. but I'm just going by what I see at this point.

 

9-7-2010

HQ side-view. Veg (A)



Day 22 from sprout, lights on 18/6. No nutes added (yet).

 

thought I'd throw up this shot of the EXTREMELY handy extension unit of the $15 temp/RH meter. Just sticks in there right @ plant level, so you know exactly how your leaves/buds feel.



I'm looking at 83-89F with lights burning, fans & AC. ~75 @ night. 38% humid. Both veggies seem to be resilient and O.K. with thier conditions.. so as much as I do want to decrease temps, I'm riding it out. (might consolidate down to one veggie when flowering is induced.. just to spoil it in all angles with light and dealing with it's size when blooming)



PM me if you need more details on the meter

 

hey GREAT explanation of the natural leaf curling. It does stay toasty in there with lights running. Trying to control the elements the best I can. And yes.. loving the new soil.. and no bug/insect issues AT ALL as some may think from rich organic soil.

had a gut feeling it was too early to tell sex.. those little things are very convincing I'm patient though, every change in growth is exciting. It's got plenty of time to mature. Will have to make a decision soon on consolidation.. With my area/resources I only want to focus on one budding beauty. Growth progression update coming when lights switch on.

VERY insightful post jpjp, +rep

 

Thanks a lot for the input!! It's actually very easy to remove the domes and just leave the bulb base, so I'll try it for a couple days to see what happens to the temp.. I suppose your right the reflectivity is a bit of overkill for now, I'm just trying to spoil my babies in light! But I don't want to stress them, either.

 

Growth update, 9-9-2010

(A)


Growth is definitely increasing!! Leaves are becomming more broad, flattened, and deep green. Very uniformed and structured.
(A) side profile

Sturdy stem

(B)


It's growth so far seems healthy.. but it's just SMALL in comparison with plant (A). Grows slightly crooked, and is not as tall or wide.

Temp ~83, RH ~35%

 

Had the lights suspended for watering, got a couple nice shots.


(A)




(B)



B has really filled out, straightened up, and is looking good. A is just a leaf-set ahead of B. With them both looking so healthy I can't get rid of one just yet.. I plan to sustain them both at least until pre-flower/sexing. To better my chances of getting a female. (Or 2 )

 

Hey thanks for the feedback. In weeks 1-2 they were stressed from heat/dryness, also they did not like the MG "organic" starter soil much.. but since transplant (8 days ago) they've really taken off.. I've improved the temp with more air circulation + AC being blown into the room. Also the low humidity is no longer a problem as the plants get larger.. the smell is starting to be an issue.. and at this point it doesn't even smell like bud, just a pungent plant smell. I'll need to start taking measures for this.



Today:

(A)




(B)

 

Thanks again, yes I can only hope Still debating on whether or not I could take care of two females to harvest.. I'd almost rather have one big happy plant then deal with the space/odor/light coverage for two.. and from what I hear, the flowering plant needs much more light.. so it may be for the best.