Nutrition and care during the transition to flowering

Contents

• Caring for cannabis at the beginning of flowering
• Fertilizers and nutrition: balance of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium
• Yield optimization and final care

Caring for cannabis at the beginning of flowering

The transition period to flowering is when the plant changes its needs and gets super sensitive to its surroundings. The grower's main task is to ensure the correct lighting regime for cannabis, as this is what triggers bud formation. For photoperiod varieties, it is important to reduce daylight hours to 12 hours, while autoflowers continue to develop regardless of lighting, but still benefit from a stable schedule.

At this point, it is important to observe the plant carefully: how can you tell if the plant is not getting enough light? Signs include elongated stems, sparse internodes, and pale leaves. These symptoms signal the need to adjust the light sources or their placement.

In addition to lighting, cannabis care requires microclimate control. Humidity and watering during flowering must be balanced: excess moisture increases the risk of mold, while a lack of moisture slows down the development of inflorescences. Aeration of the cannabis soil helps the roots breathe and prevents water stagnation. Don't forget about protecting cannabis from pests, because during the bud formation period, insects and fungal infections can seriously damage the crop.

Fertilizers and nutrition: balance of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium

During the flowering stage, cannabis changes its nutrient requirements. While nitrogen was the main element during the vegetative phase, the focus now shifts to phosphorus and potassium, which are responsible for the formation of dense and aromatic buds. To avoid problems, it is important to choose the right fertilizers for flowering and take into account the characteristics of the environment, whether it is soil or hydroponics.

Basic nutrition rules:

• Reduce nitrogen — an excess of this element leads to excessive leaf growth and slows down bud formation.
• Increase phosphorus — it stimulates root system development and inflorescence formation.
• Add potassium — it is responsible for the density and stability of flowers, and also enhances the aroma.
• Control the pH of cannabis water — the optimal range allows the plant to absorb all the necessary substances.
• Use organic fertilizers for hemp — they support the soil microbiota and make nutrition softer and more natural.

The most common mistakes made by novice growers:

1. Excessive fertilization — leads to root burn and slow growth.
2. Ignoring pH control — even with proper nutrition, the plant will not absorb nutrients if the water's acidity is outside the normal range.
3. Lack of soil aeration — roots suffer from a lack of oxygen, which reduces the effectiveness of nutrition.
4. Mixing organic and mineral fertilizers without understanding their interaction.

Incorrect watering regime — over-watering or over-drying the soil disrupts the nutritional balance.

Yield optimization and final care

The flowering phase is the culmination of the entire growing cycle, and it is here that proper care determines the quality of the future harvest. To achieve maximum optimization of the cannabis harvest, it is necessary to comprehensively combine nutrition, lighting, and microclimate.

Key aspects of final care:

• Cannabis lighting regime — a stable photoperiod (usually 12/12) helps the plant focus its energy on forming buds.
• Humidity and temperature control — too much humidity causes fungal infections, while too little slows down development.
• Regular plant checks — visual inspection helps you spot problems early and adjust your care routine.
• Balanced nutrition — a combination of mineral and organic fertilizers for cannabis helps maintain a healthy root system and improves the taste of the final harvest.
• Cannabis soil aeration — provides roots with access to oxygen and prevents moisture stagnation.

The most common cannabis diseases

During the flowering stage, plants become particularly vulnerable. Among the most common problems are:

1. Powdery mildew — a white coating on the leaves that spreads quickly in high humidity.
2. Root rot — occurs when the soil is over-watered and insufficiently aerated.
3. Spider mites — pests that weaken the plant and reduce yield.
4. Gray mold (botrytis) — affects the buds, making them unusable.

Combating these problems requires a comprehensive approach: maintaining an optimal climate, using biological control agents, and regular monitoring.

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