New Grower First grow, 2nd attempt..All are welcome to follow

[jumper114]

0.5EC I reckon is too strong for seedlings. Is that using RO? Or you talking 0.5EC above base? Either way that is hot.

I finish girls no more than 0.65!

 

[Death The Cultivator]

0.5EC I reckon is too strong for seedlings. Is that using RO? Or you talking 0.5EC above base? Either way that is hot.

I finish girls no more than 0.65!

He's using ppm

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[Asher2019]

I start with RO water 0ppm. I'm using Flora Trio+ CalMag. This is where I'm at. I'm going to top feed them tonight to make sure ther new mix gets in, when the coco starts to dry out, I'll switch over to the resevoir and start bottom feeding.

 

[Asher2019]

Day 9

Good morning to anyone thats following. I top fed them the new mix last night. I'm not sure if they like it or not. It kills me that I lack the experience to know how to diagnose and treat any issues, but I guess that's why I'm here. When I compare to other experienced growers at Day 9, I'm not even close to what I see which is why I'm frustrated. It looks like they are still trying to grow but they are struggling and I now noticed spots forming on the leaves. Temp and RH is ok. PH in water is ok. The only thing left is what and how much and how often I feed them. Definitely feeling a little lost.

 

[NiceOption]

Day 9

Good morning to anyone thats following. I top fed them the new mix last night. I'm not sure if they like it or not. It kills me that I lack the experience to know how to diagnose and treat any issues, but I guess that's why I'm here. When I compare to other experienced growers at Day 9, I'm not even close to what I see which is why I'm frustrated. It looks like they are still trying to grow but they are struggling and I now noticed spots forming on the leaves. Temp and RH is ok. PH in water is ok. The only thing left is what and how much and how often I feed them. Definitely feeling a little lost.

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Hi there, nice set up!

I just came across this diary and thought I'd chime in as you're making some of the same errors I was! Firstly, you're stressing too much! They look fine so don't freak out about them.
The environment is sound and as you say the PH is good, although for seedlings they can be a touch fussy, you want to be between 5.8 and 6.0, not above and not below.

Most importantly, what's the ppm prior to adding the cal-mag? They look like they've very underfed to me. 500ppm is recommended but you can shoot a little higher without frying them. I have some seedlings now that are needing 700ppm. It's not a set formula, they're hungry and they're telling they need feeding.

As others have mentioned, coco is not soil and contains absolutely nada, they need a little food from the get go.

I would also look at some sort of root feed. GH is hugely lacking in this department. Grab yourself some Great White (or something similar) asap and get feeding those roots. It's too late to mix in the medium but they're pretty much all water soluble too.

How is your tap water? For a first grow i wouldnt stress too much using RO etc, it can complicate things and depending on the quality of your water, it can actually provide quite a useful buffer.

If you can be bothered, I would also do away with any sort of system and get watering them by hand. You'll develop a much better feeling for the plant's needs and form a closer bond. It's great to have a system should you need it, but automating things from the get go will restrict you long term and you'll probably take longer to get the hang of anything.

I'm not the first person to say "keep it simple" here, but really, keep it simple!

Also ignore everything that General Hydroponics say to do, they give terrible advice, but it sounds like you've already ignored the label so that's something!

You might wanna keep the seedlings under domes (clear cups) too, they like it humid and as you've planed directly into the final pots, they might be finding things a little dry.

Anyways, you're doing well so don't worry about it too much, they'll be fine with a little more food.

I'll take your invite to follow along too!

 

[hope2grow]

I'll 2nd that.. don't freak out too much.. yes they are a bit small for 9 days but all is by no means lost my friend.. I know jack about Coco so can't help unfortunately but I'm subbed for the ride.. just chill a bit bro.. development is slowest at this stage anyway

 

[420Forever]

Hi there, nice set up!

I just came across this diary and thought I'd chime in as you're making some of the same errors I was! Firstly, you're stressing too much! They look fine so don't freak out about them.
The environment is sound and as you say the PH is good, although for seedlings they can be a touch fussy, you want to be between 5.8 and 6.0, not above and not below.

Most importantly, what's the ppm prior to adding the cal-mag? They look like they've very underfed to me. 500ppm is recommended but you can shoot a little higher without frying them. I have some seedlings now that are needing 700ppm. It's not a set formula, they're hungry and they're telling they need feeding.

As others have mentioned, coco is not soil and contains absolutely nada, they need a little food from the get go.

I would also look at some sort of root feed. GH is hugely lacking in this department. Grab yourself some Great White (or something similar) asap and get feeding those roots. It's too late to mix in the medium but they're pretty much all water soluble too.

How is your tap water? For a first grow i wouldnt stress too much using RO etc, it can complicate things and depending on the quality of your water, it can actually provide quite a useful buffer.

If you can be bothered, I would also do away with any sort of system and get watering them by hand. You'll develop a much better feeling for the plant's needs and form a closer bond. It's great to have a system should you need it, but automating things from the get go will restrict you long term and you'll probably take longer to get the hang of anything.

I'm not the first person to say "keep it simple" here, but really, keep it simple!

Also ignore everything that General Hydroponics say to do, they give terrible advice, but it sounds like you've already ignored the label so that's something!

You might wanna keep the seedlings under domes (clear cups) too, they like it humid and as you've planed directly into the final pots, they might be finding things a little dry.

Anyways, you're doing well so don't worry about it too much, they'll be fine with a little more food.

I'll take your invite to follow along too!

I'll 2nd that.. don't freak out too much.. yes they are a bit small for 9 days but all is by no means lost my friend.. I know jack about Coco so can't help unfortunately but I'm subbed for the ride.. just chill a bit bro.. development is slowest at this stage anyway

x2 ppp

 

[Asher2019]

Day 10

I want to start by saying thanks again for all of the input. I haven't watered the girls since Thursday. I was afraid I was watering too much so it was suggested that I sit back, smoke a joint and let them dry out. I was planning on watering them tonight a few hours before lights out. I welcome any input from the community. Temp and humidity are fine. One of the girls looks really sick, but I lack the ability to diagnose:

The rest look ok for the most part. I think a little small for 10 days, but again, what do I l know. Here are the rest of them:

 

[420Forever]

sit back, smoke a joint

:smoking: ppp

 

[Illini4life]

What nutrients and feed, like strength of each are you using? These girls look like they are showing deficiency somewhere. I'm sure with some more info maybe we can help give you suggestions to help you get the nutrients dialed in better!