Grow Diary Stardawg

In Week #5 (Early Flower - Week #2), Stardawg measured just over 35" in height. Vertical growth was slowing down but space in the tent was becoming limited, making it clear I’d need to manage structure and airflow more aggressively moving forward. I performed a round of targeted defoliation to open up the plant’s lower sections and improve light penetration and airflow.

Light intensity was set at an average of 850 PPFD, delivering a DLI of 35. The light source remained 13" from the canopy, and I continued adjusting every few days to maintain that distance. Temperatures remained stable throughout the week - 80°F during the day and 70°F at night - with a consistent soil temperature in the mid-70s and relative humidity averaging 50%.

Nutrient strategy remained conservative this week. Runoff was closely monitored and maintained in the target range of 1,000–1,200 ppm. I only fed once this week and otherwise provided 4 liters of plain, pH-adjusted water per day + CAL-MAG (pH ~6.4). One watering was missed mid-week, and some minor signs of stress became visible, but the plant bounced back quickly once watered.

Gypsum was top-dressed to support calcium and sulfur availability heading into mid-flower. Aromatic development was still low this week but expected to ramp up soon as the plant transitions into late flower.