Hello all, long time lurker, first time poster. Also a first time grower, and I need help. 
I can go into detail with my setup and routine if it is required, but I first thought it would be easiest, and most simple, if I just gave a basic outline to my problem. I've spent countless hours researching the problem, growing methods in general and how it's all done, before someone suggests Google!
I have, so far, attempted to grow 4 seeds (Sensi Northern Lights, Sensi White Diesel Haze, Dr K Bulk Smash Auto and Memphisto Sour Orange Diesel Kush). I have tried growing them in 2's - first I planted the SODK/NL, and second grow attempt was the WDH/BSA.
All 4 seeds have germinated no problem - first attempt I used Rockwool, second, Jiffy as I am going to use a mixture of Coco Coir/Clay pebbles as my growing medium. These were placed in a propagator to germinate with a dome on top (I have read mixed opinions on the use of a dome, however I have managed to germinate 4/4 seeds so far using it so until it doesn't work I guess I'll crack on with the dome!)
The seeds sprouted, and developed their cotyledons fine. Some were a bit stretchy, so I placed my T5 light closer to the tops of the plants, which seemed to solve that issue.
I have been spraying/misting the cubes/pellets every time they seemed dry, although I eased off after learning of the over/under watering stuff. I did this by misting the top, bottom and sides of the cube so as to not miss any areas. After a day or two of looking healthy (ish), they have all started to develop a purple stem, and none of them have ever made it past the first set of true leaves (which have never even got to develop). Their stems turn purple within 24 hours of the first sighting of the serrated leaves, and then within 72 they end up fallen over completely, like the picture. All 4 have gone the same way, so I'm wondering what I'm doing wrong??!!
Research would suggest damping off could be an issue, as could over/under watering, but I wanted to actually describe my issue, with pictures, and hopefully get some insightful advice from all you on-point growers!
I have also now decided to just germinate/plant the seeds straight into a 1.6L pot, with a mixture of coco and clay pebbles, to make things easier, and transplant when the time is right. Any tips for this would also be appreciated.
Grow room temp is around 24-26 centigrade, and around 50-60% RH. They were not fed any nutrients so far, and I have to admit, I wasn't paying a lot of attention to the PH of my water. After sprouting seedlings have been subjected to a low oscillating fan to aid in strong stems (ironically)
Thanks for your time, and apologies if this has been brought up before!
I can go into detail with my setup and routine if it is required, but I first thought it would be easiest, and most simple, if I just gave a basic outline to my problem. I've spent countless hours researching the problem, growing methods in general and how it's all done, before someone suggests Google!
I have, so far, attempted to grow 4 seeds (Sensi Northern Lights, Sensi White Diesel Haze, Dr K Bulk Smash Auto and Memphisto Sour Orange Diesel Kush). I have tried growing them in 2's - first I planted the SODK/NL, and second grow attempt was the WDH/BSA.
All 4 seeds have germinated no problem - first attempt I used Rockwool, second, Jiffy as I am going to use a mixture of Coco Coir/Clay pebbles as my growing medium. These were placed in a propagator to germinate with a dome on top (I have read mixed opinions on the use of a dome, however I have managed to germinate 4/4 seeds so far using it so until it doesn't work I guess I'll crack on with the dome!)
The seeds sprouted, and developed their cotyledons fine. Some were a bit stretchy, so I placed my T5 light closer to the tops of the plants, which seemed to solve that issue.
I have been spraying/misting the cubes/pellets every time they seemed dry, although I eased off after learning of the over/under watering stuff. I did this by misting the top, bottom and sides of the cube so as to not miss any areas. After a day or two of looking healthy (ish), they have all started to develop a purple stem, and none of them have ever made it past the first set of true leaves (which have never even got to develop). Their stems turn purple within 24 hours of the first sighting of the serrated leaves, and then within 72 they end up fallen over completely, like the picture. All 4 have gone the same way, so I'm wondering what I'm doing wrong??!!
Research would suggest damping off could be an issue, as could over/under watering, but I wanted to actually describe my issue, with pictures, and hopefully get some insightful advice from all you on-point growers!
I have also now decided to just germinate/plant the seeds straight into a 1.6L pot, with a mixture of coco and clay pebbles, to make things easier, and transplant when the time is right. Any tips for this would also be appreciated.
Grow room temp is around 24-26 centigrade, and around 50-60% RH. They were not fed any nutrients so far, and I have to admit, I wasn't paying a lot of attention to the PH of my water. After sprouting seedlings have been subjected to a low oscillating fan to aid in strong stems (ironically)
Thanks for your time, and apologies if this has been brought up before!
