Slow growth can't figure out why.

Nevino

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Plants our about 5 weeks old grown in peat moss/soil mix. Under led light. Plants appear completely healthy but growth is slow, tallest is 5in. Shows no signs of nutrient problems. Also not Over or under watering. I haven't been able to check the pH, any ideas, tips would be appreciated.
 

Nutty sKunK

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Pictures speak a thousand words...

PH problems usually appear as deficiencies.

What wattage/distance is your light?

And if you upload a picture - natural light please.
 

R Burns

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Sounds like a lack of roots. Did you germ in paper towels? Are you in a giant container that doesn't get watered properly. Peat can be acidic. Knowing your ph is important. May not be low enough to show deficiencies, especially with a small plant, but prob not optimal for good growth, either. Too much nutrient, too soon will cause stunted growth. Some things to consider.
 

Nevino

Active Member
I germed them in soil there in 3 gal cloth pots Im pretty sure I'm giving them enough water. I'm going to get something to check the pH when I get paid.
 

Nutty sKunK

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I germed them in soil there in 3 gal cloth pots Im pretty sure I'm giving them enough water. I'm going to get something to check the pH when I get paid.
Too much soil for w little plant. Means over watering is really easy to do. Since most of the medium isn’t yet filled with roots to soak up that moisture.

I bet it’s overwatering/low oxygen to the root zone.
 
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