#1 and #2 have shown significant bud growth all around but are running into some issues
#1 has turned particularly yellow/light green with some leaves turning purple
#2 is much greener but has more of the brown/burn looking spots on most of its bigger leaves. One of the smaller colas leaves surrounding the site are completely purple.
The buds on each look healthy but #1 is becoming concerning. #2 while healthier is hopefully not turning as bad as #1 so far.
Really would have liked to give them a compost tea but still have yet to brew one as finding a spot where its possible has been challenging atm
Might try to topdress with more EWC and see if this helps at all
When looking at the trichomes on some of the buds from #1 and #2, there was surprisingly a good amount of milky trichomes observed. A lot remain clear still but to see a good number of milky ones was nice to see yet. Hopefully this indicates being closer to harvest than initially anticipated.
Any help identifying what is wrong is greatly appreciated. To reiterate from previous weeks, this is just 5 gallon pots of Roots Organic Original Mix, some Parboiled Rice Hulls, and top dressed with Earthworm Castings. Fed nothing but rainwater or dechlorinated tap water with some Organic Blackstrap Molasses every few waterings. This being the case, it is assumed that there is some deficiency mixed with the smaller pots aren't allowing a proper microbial ecosystem to form and thrive.
#3 is still vegging, although when looking closely had some very small pistils showing which will continue to be monitored. Leaves are looking fairly healthy minus the burn/brown spots on a lot of the larger ones. This has seemed to be an issue from the get go with #3.
@BudBoutique, Thanks man, I'll give a follow back! Yeah I agree, I think some jar time will help for sure. By the time the next run is finished I should have a better way to control the drying environment. Gonna dry the next run in the grow room which has a controller and is easier to regulate temp and humidity. Soooo stoked for these Big Body Gelati from Covert! You too bud, smoke up!
@CannabisFarmerGuyDude,
appreciate your long answer bro. Yeah im same not always exactly 60/60 but just curing them a few more weeks make them more better. Just get them darkness and low temp and burp as usual. And trust me 4-8 weeks make a huge difference even though its not easy to keep hands away haha have a super stoney weekend buddy - will follow u straight :)
@Seedsman, oh definitely familiar with pH and absorption rates, but since I am avoiding sulfate based, soluble, ionic, fertilizers/nutrients and didn't provide them with adequate container size or high quality soil (just in Roots Organic), I don't think there is much that can be changed this late in the cycle unless I want to introduce some bottled solution. Had they been in say at least 15 gallon or preferably 30 gallon containers, with a compost based complete soil that provided the plants everything they could need for the entire cycle and more, the effects of slightly too alkaline water would probably be negligible. Next run is already set up for this so all these issues should be avoided next time!
@CannabisFarmerGuyDude, that sound a bit high... ideal would be under 7.0
Have you read any table of absorption of elements depending on Ph? It would be good for you to see the optimal ranges, there are many on Google if you haven't done so. 🙏
@Seedsman, was able to get a pH off the runoff this morning. Was reading 7.6 so while a little more basic than ideal, that wouldn't cause too many issues would it?
@Seedsman, Thank you! It has been eradicated, thankfully it was less severe than initially expected. Only lost a few pieces of a couple colas but saved the rest. Did a massive defoliation and inspection right after this last post so the last week or so should go smooth. Also was able to move them to the new grow room so the humidity and temp are a lot easier to manage. Have humidity sitting around 40-45% now and temp consistently around 75-77F which is a lot better and should prevent any new issues from coming up the last week or two. The buds that are remaining are really dense and frosty!! Can't wait to try it!