growing question

[denverbear]

well since we are new to growing we are having a poroblem and can't seem to figure it out.

we have a clone that some of the leaves are turning yellow and dropping down..we are using hydroponics and our levels seem to be spot on...we are thinking that the plants are needing more nitrogen and have added same but the plants still are not improving..especially my banner clone....any ideas for us to look harder at..

denverbear Reviewed by denverbear on 12-17-2010. growing question well since we are new to growing we are having a poroblem and can't seem to figure it out. we have a clone that some of the leaves are turning yellow and dropping down..we are using hydroponics and our levels seem to be spot on...we are thinking that the plants are needing more nitrogen and have added same but the plants still are not improving..especially my banner clone....any ideas for us to look harder at.. Rating: 5

[TANKJR]

Need more info or at least some pics of the plant and set up to help you...the more info we have the better we can help!

[SoCoMMJ]

well since we are new to growing we are having a poroblem and can't seem to figure it out.

we have a clone that some of the leaves are turning yellow and dropping down..we are using hydroponics and our levels seem to be spot on...we are thinking that the plants are needing more nitrogen and have added same but the plants still are not improving..especially my banner clone....any ideas for us to look harder at..

As the clones are waiting to build roots they have to consume the nutrients stored in the leaves of the clone. We always leave a leaf or two on the bottom that we know will be withered away as the clone develops new growth.

Also, cutting the stem at a 45 degree angle, and using a razor blade to make the cut will help the seedling uptake water from the cloner.

Other than that, post a pic and we'll take a peek.


Edit: In rereading your post, it seems you have clones in soil. As a guess, the most common problem is overwatering. Give them a little drink, dont drown them.

I should quit posting before I finish my coffee

[MEDEDCANNABIS]

well since we are new to growing we are having a poroblem and can't seem to figure it out.

we have a clone that some of the leaves are turning yellow and dropping down..we are using hydroponics and our levels seem to be spot on...we are thinking that the plants are needing more nitrogen and have added same but the plants still are not improving..especially my banner clone....any ideas for us to look harder at..

how old are the clones?
have the roots taken to their new environment?
whats your ph?
any signs of mold, rot, fungus and or pests?
whats you current nute schedule?
which leaves are affected top, bottom, big leaves, or tips?
what is your humidity,temps and the like?
what kind of water are you using?

answer these and we might get somewhere, pics would be a help also.

best of luck:thumbsup:

[canaguy27]

Are you giving the plants enough o2 with airstones in hydro? What is the humidity level in the room?

[retired10]

Here are some of the answers for Denverbear
The clones have been in a flood table for 6 days.
The clones are approx 5 to 6 wks old.
It appears that the clone has taken to its environment.
The PH is from 5.95 - 6.47. When the ph is above 6.20 it is adjusted to 6.10.
No signs of fungus, mold, rot or pests.
Technaflora nutrients fed every 4 hrs.
Humidity has been tough from 82% - 54%. Room temp right around 80.
Water? Tap water.
I hope this helps hate to lose this one

The other plant is approx 2' and it appears that small yellow lines are showing up on the leaves (not spots) and they appear to be spreading over the leaves. These leaves are just up from the bottom leaves, the edges are slightly yellow with the leaves appearing to start to turn yellow.
This plant is in an ebb n grow and approx 8 weeks old.
The PH is 5.95 - 6.20 haven't had to adjust the ph.
No signs of fungus, mold, rot and I saw one fly and sprayed with Safer, so far one time only.
Technaflora nutrients fed every 4 hrs. Different nutrients from clone.
Hunidity has been from 40% to 50%. larger room easier to control.
Tap water
We would appreciate any input that would help. tks

[MEDEDCANNABIS]

Here are some of the answers for Denverbear
The clones have been in a flood table for 6 days.
The clones are approx 5 to 6 wks old.
It appears that the clone has taken to its environment.
The PH is from 5.95 - 6.47. When the ph is above 6.20 it is adjusted to 6.10.
No signs of fungus, mold, rot or pests.
Technaflora nutrients fed every 4 hrs.
Humidity has been tough from 82% - 54%. Room temp right around 80.
Water? Tap water.
I hope this helps hate to lose this one

The other plant is approx 2' and it appears that small yellow lines are showing up on the leaves (not spots) and they appear to be spreading over the leaves. These leaves are just up from the bottom leaves, the edges are slightly yellow with the leaves appearing to start to turn yellow.
This plant is in an ebb n grow and approx 8 weeks old.
The PH is 5.95 - 6.20 haven't had to adjust the ph.
No signs of fungus, mold, rot and I saw one fly and sprayed with Safer, so far one time only.
Technaflora nutrients fed every 4 hrs. Different nutrients from clone.
Hunidity has been from 40% to 50%. larger room easier to control.
Tap water
We would appreciate any input that would help. tks

you look fine from the pics, cloning is a stressful time for plant tissue so be patient and dont burn them from being over zealous with nutes. your ph should be lower(5.5-5.8). temps should be 65-75. humidity you had two different comments about. other than some minor adjustments your good to go. increase feed as the roots take.

[denverbear]

you look fine from the pics, cloning is a stressful time for plant tissue so be patient and dont burn them from being over zealous with nutes. your ph should be lower(5.5-5.8). temps should be 65-75. humidity you had two different comments about. other than some minor adjustments your good to go. increase feed as the roots take.

humidity when the T5 is on is about 80 pct for 18 hours a day apprx....could the high humidity be a problem ?

[copobo]

that humidity is too high for sure. you need to move some air through the space. you'll end up with gnats and/or powdery mildew. I doubt that is the cause of the yellowing.

no bugs, right?

[TANKJR]

hmmm, clones are 5 to 6 weeks old? What kind of lighting are you using? They look kinda smallish for 6 weeks old...but that may just be the strain.

Yellow lines could be N, P or S lacking, but not really seeing it in these pics.