📈 Plant Stages & Targeted Feeding
Nutrient requirements shift dramatically as the plant progresses through its life cycle. Tailoring your feeding schedule is key to maximizing yield and quality.
🌱 Seedling (Weeks 1-3)
- Needs: Very low EC (150-300 PPM), balanced NPK, focus on root development.
- Nutrients: Dilute base nutrients, possibly a root stimulator.
🍃 Vegetative Growth (Weeks 3-6+)
- Needs: Higher nitrogen, moderate phosphorus/potassium (EC 600-1000 PPM).
- Nutrients: "Grow" formulas, CalMag, beneficial microbes. Focus on lush foliage and strong stems.
🌸 Early Flower (Weeks 1-3 of bloom)
- Needs: Transition to lower N, higher P/K (EC 800-1200 PPM). "Stretch" phase.
- Nutrients: "Bloom" formulas, continue CalMag.
🏵️ Mid Flower (Weeks 4-7 of bloom)
- Needs: Peak P/K, moderate N (EC 1000-1400 PPM). Bud development.
- Nutrients: Full strength "Bloom" formulas, PK boosters.
🍯 Late Flower / Ripening (Weeks 8+ of bloom)
- Needs: Reduced overall EC, often a "flush" with plain water or ripening solution.
- Nutrients: Gradually reduce or cease nutrients to improve flavor and aroma.
👁️ Observation: Observe your plants daily for signs of nutrient excess or deficiency and adjust accordingly. Each strain may have slightly different needs.