nochowder is right. my main two kolas(shes croped) stretched for about 2-2 1/2 weeks and then out of no where, almost overnight like........BUDS EVERYWHERE!!! they were little at first ofcourse, but now its prob week 3 and they are getting bigger every day. have patience, you wont be able to believe your eyes soon!! good luck and happy growing!-emtpockets