Need help... new grower

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VapeGod330

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I'm having issues with ec/ppm I add what GH chart says to add and because the calimagic at 5ml a gal. My ec is at 1.5 I'm trying to hit 1.2 ec and because the magic my ppm is 1.15. Now my Hindu Kush is wilting. I tried not to bother anyone but could really use some advice ty in advance. Oh doing GH 10 part light feed Mars Hydro FC8000 not using co2 5x5 grow tent. feel free to ask any questions you may have. again ty!
 
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Thurston

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Next I would need to know exactly what is you are adding to the nutrient feed. Not sure how to resolve statement "My ec is at 1.5 I'm trying to hit 1.2 ec and because the magic my ppm is 1.15. " Can you elaborate further?
 
HydroKid239

HydroKid239

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VapeGod330 said:
I now see why 80% of growers quit :clap:
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That’s fake news. Lol

However a 10 part nutrient feed regimen is probably 80% of the problem. If you want a lower EC and are using tap water. Cut back on calmag. Try 2-3ml per gallon instead of 5. Measure it out. And if you’re close to the goal, and the plants recover.. just call it a win.
Dimming power/hanging height for the light can play its roll in wilting as well.
Ignoring previous replies isn’t going to get you much help fyi. It’s all a two way street. More info is needed for a more accurate remedy for your concerns.
 
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VapeGod330

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Thurston said:
Next I would need to know exactly what is you are adding to the nutrient feed. Not sure how to resolve statement "My ec is at 1.5 I'm trying to hit 1.2 ec and because the magic my ppm is 1.15. " Can you elaborate further?
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I'm having issues with ec/ppm I add what GH chart says to add GH chart week two https://generalhydroponics.com/resources/flora-series-feedcharts/
I originally only did what chart said but noticed the bottle says 5ml a gallon and for four gallons it's 20m of calimagic. And if I add epson salt my ec is up to 2.3 and ppm to 1.6 If memory is correct it's high. If I dilute it that far I'm adding way less nutrients and keep getting deficiencies root rot etc. I've had a bad 1st go.... using GH 10 part light feed week two using Mars Hydro FC-8000 not using co2 5x5 grow tent, mars humidifier at 60%, light 20 in. away at 18% 160 ppfd of the 180 ppfd I can use, 24 hrs a day, DLI 13.8 of 16
 
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VapeGod330

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HydroKid239 said:
That’s fake news. Lol

However a 10 part nutrient feed regimen is probably 80% of the problem. If you want a lower EC and are using tap water. Cut back on calmag. Try 2-3ml per gallon instead of 5. Measure it out. And if you’re close to the goal, and the plants recover.. just call it a win.
Dimming power/hanging height for the light can play its roll in wilting as well.
Ignoring previous replies isn’t going to get you much help fyi. It’s all a two way street. More info is needed for a more accurate remedy for your concerns.
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I'm using distilled water until ro unit gets here starts at 0 ppm I use syringes to measure. I dimmed the light from 20% because the root rot and the dreaded stripes, yellow between the veins and drooping and caused other issues so I cloned it because the root rot etc. cause I wanted to save it.
 
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VapeGod330

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HydroKid239 said:
That’s fake news. Lol

However a 10 part nutrient feed regimen is probably 80% of the problem. If you want a lower EC and are using tap water. Cut back on calmag. Try 2-3ml per gallon instead of 5. Measure it out. And if you’re close to the goal, and the plants recover.. just call it a win.
Dimming power/hanging height for the light can play its roll in wilting as well.
Ignoring previous replies isn’t going to get you much help fyi. It’s all a two way street. More info is needed for a more accurate remedy for your concerns.
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Sorry this wasn't posted today, I was busy doing research trying to figure things out.
 
green_machine_two9er

green_machine_two9er

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Sounds like a bit of too much going on there. Not sure why you would dim the light so low assuming plant is growing based on your feet demands…

root rot? Symptom of a bad habit.
What’s your median there??
sounds like you’d be a good fit with a more simple approach with just quality soil and maybe a one part nutrient. If you like GH they have floraNOVA grow and bloom and you can’t beat it for its simplicity and effectiveness. No mad scientist stuff. Just feeding a living breathing organism a bit ole food.
Either way pictures are helpful for folks trying to give advice.
 
MickFoster

MickFoster

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I find this whole thing difficult to follow........the posts are vague at best.
Why would you add epsom salt if you're already adding a calmag supplement?
The only reasons you would get root rot is lack of oxygen to the roots or the temp in the reservoir is too high.
 
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Thurston

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green_machine_two9er said:
Sounds like a bit of too much going on there. Not sure why you would dim the light so low assuming plant is growing based on your feet demands…

root rot? Symptom of a bad habit.
What’s your median there??
sounds like you’d be a good fit with a more simple approach with just quality soil and maybe a one part nutrient. If you like GH they have floraNOVA grow and bloom and you can’t beat it for its simplicity and effectiveness. No mad scientist stuff. Just feeding a living breathing organism a bit ole food.
Either way pictures are helpful for folks trying to give advice.
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I agree, you do need to simplify. Too many additives, too complicated, too much going on just to grow a weed. I suggest soil or coco coir DTW.

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