Ugly Plants

[Starchild]

My little babies turned yellow on the underneath leaves.One of the other plants has a hint of yelow on the tip.The lights that are used are fluorescent plant lights and a super bulb ballast system.We were told for the first six months of plant life to leave the lights on 24/7.We did lightly fertilize a few days ago.Perhaps too much water?

Thanks in advance..

Starchild Reviewed by Starchild on 10-19-2005. Ugly Plants My little babies turned yellow on the underneath leaves.One of the other plants has a hint of yelow on the tip.The lights that are used are fluorescent plant lights and a super bulb ballast system.We were told for the first six months of plant life to leave the lights on 24/7.We did lightly fertilize a few days ago.Perhaps too much water? Thanks in advance.. Rating: 5

[Starchild]

I have noticed many viwing this item but not responding.Please spread the love and give some guidance..

Blessings
Star

[sMOkeY bOB]

jus keep a good eye on ur babies, theyll be fine jus do wat you think is right im sure ull work it out, experience is knowledge

[LOC NAR1958]

Six months on 24/7. How big you going to grow that Xmas tree. When do you plan on flowering ? I'm not sure of the problem, yellow under leaves and on tips. A picture is worth a thousand words and will get a great amout of help. when we can see it so much easier. Six months of veg and I'd have a 12 foot tree. Also what type soil and nutes will help.

[Starchild]

Thank you everyone.Worm casings were used as well as organic soil.I was told 24/7 for the first six months.What is a better time time table?Is it also two late to change the amount of light without causing damage?Is 12/12 a good time table?

Thanks for the insight..

[Starchild]

Also do I need to have stakes in my plants?

[Hi Tech Hydro]

The recommended light cycle varies, but I perfer to use an 18 on 6 off schedule. Some people think that the "rest" that occurs during the off cycle is important to the health of the plant, but that's just hearsay. I've always har good luck with the above schedule. I don't think you should need stakes if you put a fan on your plants. That not only strengthens the stalks and dissipates the heat, but provides a good supply of fresh air. Post some pics when you can so we can see whats going on.

[Starchild]

Thanks Hi Tech!My babies are 18 days old today and are about 5 1/2 inches tall.I think I may have over watered in the beginning because now the bottom leaves are almost free of yellow.I am only planning on watering when the plants are really dry.Will any damage happen if I now switch from 24 hours on to 18/6?

Peace and Love

[LOC NAR1958]

It won't hurt. It may start flowering. How much light did you say you have ? How much space do you have ?

[Starchild]

A 15 by 15 foot room.Great ventilation and constant fresh air.The room has been about a constant 75 to 80 degrees.I just picked up a digital camera so pictures will come..

Thanks for all the help..