thanks for the reply abbitoir.

i'm using bag compost which i know isn't the best!!!

the leaves are getting pleanty of light as i have hung the cfl's low round the sides of the plant to engourage lower bud growth.

i'm from leicester. humidity in my grow room isn't monitored.... i know.... dont shoot me!!! just cant afford a humidity gauge.

any ideas on the small buds? the pics are from my phone so they are the best i can get at the mo... sorry!