kazz
Well-Known Member
Hi all. First time grower here. I've tried my best to read this site and figure out the problem on my own. But, I am going to have to admit defeat and look for other's opinions.
Seeds sprouted on 3/26/14. They were germinated on Rapid Rooter plug and transplanted to a 3" peat pot. The medium is 75% coco/25% perlite. They are watered with 5.8 ph water and received their first GH Flora series nutes early this week.
They were under CFL bulbs until 4/10/14 when they were moved under a 400w MH bulb that is around 15" from top of plants to glass in hood. Good ventilation and a small oscillating fan is in my tent. Temps were cool for the first week or so, but have stabilized in the low to mid 70's
The problem is twofold. First, they seem to be growing very slowly and second, the leaves a drooping down. This has been the case since they sprouted. I originally thought I was simply watering them too frequently, although the pot always felt feather light and the top of the medium was bone dry. So, I cut back on watering. Then, this past Monday, I accidently knocked over a plant (not pictured) and the medium poured out of the pot like sand. So, I honestly don't think they are overwatered. I've since switched to about every third day.
Here's a look at the two surviving plants:
Here's a closer look at the AK-48 seedling:
and of the Northern Lights seedling:
Finally, a shot of the interior of my 3X3 grow tent showing filter, light height, etc:
If anyone has any suggestions, I would love to hear them. Let me know if you need further information.
Thanks for looking!
Seeds sprouted on 3/26/14. They were germinated on Rapid Rooter plug and transplanted to a 3" peat pot. The medium is 75% coco/25% perlite. They are watered with 5.8 ph water and received their first GH Flora series nutes early this week.
They were under CFL bulbs until 4/10/14 when they were moved under a 400w MH bulb that is around 15" from top of plants to glass in hood. Good ventilation and a small oscillating fan is in my tent. Temps were cool for the first week or so, but have stabilized in the low to mid 70's
The problem is twofold. First, they seem to be growing very slowly and second, the leaves a drooping down. This has been the case since they sprouted. I originally thought I was simply watering them too frequently, although the pot always felt feather light and the top of the medium was bone dry. So, I cut back on watering. Then, this past Monday, I accidently knocked over a plant (not pictured) and the medium poured out of the pot like sand. So, I honestly don't think they are overwatered. I've since switched to about every third day.
Here's a look at the two surviving plants:
Here's a closer look at the AK-48 seedling:
and of the Northern Lights seedling:
Finally, a shot of the interior of my 3X3 grow tent showing filter, light height, etc:
If anyone has any suggestions, I would love to hear them. Let me know if you need further information.
Thanks for looking!
Well, that's what I thought I was doing. One reason I used the peat pots instead of a plastic one is so I could see the outside, touch the bottom, etc and get an idea of moisture level. But that theory is shot... Live and learn!
