KannaBlisStan420
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Hi ya'll.
I've have a Black Indica clone that was doing well before my efforts to eradicate some spider mite buildup I caught in the nick of time. I used organic methods first, then stupidly Acetamiprid: a mould/fungus/mite killer. I've laid off any such treatments for the meantime as I'm in the second week of flowering. a cold wash under the shower head with slight pressure every other day for the past week is keeping notes at bay somewhat.
This baby was doing great out in the direct sun until after a neem oil spray (than wash after 30 mins dark lights so as not to burn my leaves in the light). Then another thorough wash down. The next treatment after 2 days was more chemical. I used Acetamiprid with a toned down mix in water (precious uses experience burnt my leaves so half doses play it safer), followed by a quick wash. BUT having seen a Deutch Welle documentary of Acetamiprid use on fruits and vegs that led to cancerous side effects. I stopped using Acetamiprid after that altogether. Cold wash is a hassle but Plant really shines green and sprouts soon after and no Chens involved to alter my plants natural chemistry.
The leaves at the lowest part began to turn yellow/brown but started at the tips and slowly worked their way inward. Green would diminish completely after 1 week. (See 3rd leaf comparison pic).
Someone suggested nute burn from an NPK of 5-15-45 at half dose for a 5 gallon pot (2 litres per 1/2 tsp NPK). My last nute feed was a week ago. I gently use this every other watering for the flowering cycle. That particular person suggested to just flush and water lightly minus any mutes altogether. I did that too but the problem doesn't seem to be improving, but now getting worse. The yellow/browning that was originally at the bottom of the plant has now shifted gears into the middle/center of the plant. I can see the 3/4 top of my plant tips slowly starting to react the same way even from simple watering. I avoid overwatering and drowning. It does get hot outside more than usual. But the soil isn't drying out as quickly and I know my root system is intact and not getting any severe rootbound issues.
It can't be the mite treatments. My run off is approximately 6-7 pH. I have only ph strips to get an idea. The rest I log in a diary with nutes/Watering and bug issues, etc. the top/middle leaves didn't get burnt at all as I was careful in dosage and an after spray/wash once 30 I felt was enough to suffocate the mites and wash the leaves off before any burns took place from neem and garlic oil (garlic was to destroy most of the mite eggs).
it can't be rootbound so soon becos I can't see any root tips popping out the pots drain holes I drilled all around for better drainage.
I was also told it might be a magnesium deficiency. I got some Epsom in crystallised form (the kind from chemist/pharmaceuticals, not the rock form). I noticed a healthier green in them but since I saw the problem hadn't diminished, I've laid off the mag-sulphate feed and still this is happening.
My last resort was an N-def. but I've gave this baby a very mild feed from the 5-15-45NPK I have. I can't find any other nute variety in my region. This was the best option I had for a flowering nute feed. I've used dry cow manure as the original soil fert which has been doing fine the last 3 months. Only a punch in the entire 5-gal soil mix (4th month flowering, entering week 3 as of today) .
In order of uploads it should be:
1) a fuzzy pic iPhone couldn't focus on in dark outside.
2) Second pic is the middle of the plant. I noticed the mid section 4 days ago was speeding up that yello/brown effect from the lower section to now the middle/mid plant height.
3) The third pic of 3 leaves shows a degradation comparison I plucked off the plant to get into some good light to see clearly for ya'll.
4) the last pic should have come first this was when I first noticed the condition near the lower part of the plant only 2 weeks ago.
What's going on here guys? This is my second grow and I was doing so much better with the clone than I did with the mother. Up until now. Ever since flowering came about this has started to creep in the last 2 weeks.
Im stumped and need to resolve this asap.
Point to note. You might not see it but the new growth at the bottom part of the plant, and at the very topmost are still a good green and healthy. Apart that I'm kinda clueless. Pls ask if I've left any key information out.
Thanks!
I've have a Black Indica clone that was doing well before my efforts to eradicate some spider mite buildup I caught in the nick of time. I used organic methods first, then stupidly Acetamiprid: a mould/fungus/mite killer. I've laid off any such treatments for the meantime as I'm in the second week of flowering. a cold wash under the shower head with slight pressure every other day for the past week is keeping notes at bay somewhat.
This baby was doing great out in the direct sun until after a neem oil spray (than wash after 30 mins dark lights so as not to burn my leaves in the light). Then another thorough wash down. The next treatment after 2 days was more chemical. I used Acetamiprid with a toned down mix in water (precious uses experience burnt my leaves so half doses play it safer), followed by a quick wash. BUT having seen a Deutch Welle documentary of Acetamiprid use on fruits and vegs that led to cancerous side effects. I stopped using Acetamiprid after that altogether. Cold wash is a hassle but Plant really shines green and sprouts soon after and no Chens involved to alter my plants natural chemistry.
The leaves at the lowest part began to turn yellow/brown but started at the tips and slowly worked their way inward. Green would diminish completely after 1 week. (See 3rd leaf comparison pic).
Someone suggested nute burn from an NPK of 5-15-45 at half dose for a 5 gallon pot (2 litres per 1/2 tsp NPK). My last nute feed was a week ago. I gently use this every other watering for the flowering cycle. That particular person suggested to just flush and water lightly minus any mutes altogether. I did that too but the problem doesn't seem to be improving, but now getting worse. The yellow/browning that was originally at the bottom of the plant has now shifted gears into the middle/center of the plant. I can see the 3/4 top of my plant tips slowly starting to react the same way even from simple watering. I avoid overwatering and drowning. It does get hot outside more than usual. But the soil isn't drying out as quickly and I know my root system is intact and not getting any severe rootbound issues.
It can't be the mite treatments. My run off is approximately 6-7 pH. I have only ph strips to get an idea. The rest I log in a diary with nutes/Watering and bug issues, etc. the top/middle leaves didn't get burnt at all as I was careful in dosage and an after spray/wash once 30 I felt was enough to suffocate the mites and wash the leaves off before any burns took place from neem and garlic oil (garlic was to destroy most of the mite eggs).
it can't be rootbound so soon becos I can't see any root tips popping out the pots drain holes I drilled all around for better drainage.
I was also told it might be a magnesium deficiency. I got some Epsom in crystallised form (the kind from chemist/pharmaceuticals, not the rock form). I noticed a healthier green in them but since I saw the problem hadn't diminished, I've laid off the mag-sulphate feed and still this is happening.
My last resort was an N-def. but I've gave this baby a very mild feed from the 5-15-45NPK I have. I can't find any other nute variety in my region. This was the best option I had for a flowering nute feed. I've used dry cow manure as the original soil fert which has been doing fine the last 3 months. Only a punch in the entire 5-gal soil mix (4th month flowering, entering week 3 as of today) .
In order of uploads it should be:
1) a fuzzy pic iPhone couldn't focus on in dark outside.
2) Second pic is the middle of the plant. I noticed the mid section 4 days ago was speeding up that yello/brown effect from the lower section to now the middle/mid plant height.
3) The third pic of 3 leaves shows a degradation comparison I plucked off the plant to get into some good light to see clearly for ya'll.
4) the last pic should have come first this was when I first noticed the condition near the lower part of the plant only 2 weeks ago.
What's going on here guys? This is my second grow and I was doing so much better with the clone than I did with the mother. Up until now. Ever since flowering came about this has started to creep in the last 2 weeks.
Im stumped and need to resolve this asap.
Point to note. You might not see it but the new growth at the bottom part of the plant, and at the very topmost are still a good green and healthy. Apart that I'm kinda clueless. Pls ask if I've left any key information out.
Thanks!
