it seems like the buckets u put the little girls in are too big. u should start of small, and gradually get bigger, not go from small to big, if u gradually transfer from small to big pots, ur plants will have stronger and healthier roots! Ur initially suppost to trim the bottom 1/3 of ur plant, and any dead or dying leaves! if ur leaves are crispy, u need to give those plants of shot of pure Nitrogen, itll take care of em in a matter of days. u also need to feed em liquid nutrients to ensure their healthiness!