
Super Sensi Star
Super Sensi Star
LED - 100 W

Super Sensi Star
Vertical Growth: Height remains locked at 3 1/4 inches.
• Foliage: First set of true (jagged) leaves significantly wider than cotyledons.
• Development: Second set of true leaves emerging from the center.
• Stem: Supporting the increased leaf weight without leaning.
• Mix Specs: 1L Manitoba Tap Water adjusted with new syringes.
• pH: 5.9 (Corrected with pH Up).
• PPM/EC: 552 PPM | Soil EC responded by rising to 0.04 mS/cm.
• Moisture (WC): 10.3% and wicking upward.
10:30 PM Applied 250mL precision feed in a ring around the main plant. • Mix Specs: 1L Manitoba Tap Water adjusted with new syringes. • pH: 5.9 (Corrected with pH Up). • PPM/EC: 552 PPM | Soil EC responded by rising to 0.04 mS/cm. • Moisture (WC): 10.3% and wicking upward.
• Light (SF1000): Height adjusted to maintain 289-297 PPFD. Intensity held at 60% to prevent further stretching.
• VPD: Dialed in at 0.90 kPa (Post-tent sealing).
• Humidity: Stabilized at 67.6%.
• Temperature: Air 22.8°C | Soil 24.4°C.
• Airflow: Manual Mode, Gear L1, Natural Wind & Oscillation active.
• CO2: Ambient levels at 648 PPM.
Height: 3 1/8 inches (8.25 cm).
• Daily Growth: Vertical stretch has stabilized; leaves are widening.
• Vitals: Temp 21.4°C | Humidity 71.6% | VPD 0.72 kPa.
• Lighting: SF1000 moved to 60% intensity at 24 inches.
11:30 AM Batch 1 (Discarded): 1L Spring Water (233 PPM) crashed to 3.14 pH after accidental over-pour of pH Down. • Batch 2 (Applied): 1L Manitoba Tap Water. • Starting Stats: 463 PPM / 7.62 pH. • Final Stats: 431 PPM / 5.90 pH. • Additives: None (Tap base was high enough). • Feeding Method: Applied 250mL in a 2-inch ring around the stem to encourage root expansion.
Fan Status: Manual Mode, Gear 1, Natural Wind/Oscillation ON.
Visual: Airflow is gentle; no aggressive stem movement (Safety Precaution).
Vitals: Temp 21.4°C, Humidity 71.6%, VPD 0.72 kPa.
Strain: Super Sensi Star
• Current Height: ~3 inches.
• Growth since 12:30 PM (7.5 hrs): + 1/8 inch.
• Growth since 10:15 PM Yesterday: + 1/2 inch total.
• Status: Extremely Active Stretching. The seedling is prioritizing vertical height over leaf width.
Notes:
The plant is currently in a "reaching" phase. Even with the light lowered earlier today, she gained another 1/8" in the afternoon/evening. To stabilize her, the light intensity is being increased to 50% tonight to encourage the stem to stop elongating and start strengthening.
Date: Jan 24, 2026 (8:15 PM)
Topic: PPM Correction for Manitoba Tap Water
Key Learnings:
• Baseline PPM: Realized my Manitoba tap water has a high mineral count (estimated 300–400 PPM) which acts as a natural base of Calcium and Magnesium.
• Seedling Threshold: Discovered that 800–900 PPM is too "hot" for a day 4 sprout. This level of salt can cause nutrient burn or stunt root growth this early.
• Revised Target: Aiming for a total PPM of 400–450 for the remainder of the seedling phase to prevent mineral lockout.
Revised Feeding Plan (Starting Tomorrow):
• The Mix: I will skip or heavily reduce the Cal-Mag Xtra (down to ~0.5mL/L) and rely primarily on de-chlorinated tap water.
• Condition: Only feeding if the coco medium is dry 1–2 inches down.
• pH Target: Maintaining 5.8–6.0 for optimal coco absorption.
Strain: Super Sensi
Medium: GROW!T coco coir + Growwbetter perlite (70/30)
Pot: Fabric pot
Stage: Day 7 post-transplant / Day 4 sprout
Environment (latest ~12:30 PM):
• Air Temp: ~21–24°C
• Air Humidity: ~70% (Targeting 0.7-0.8 kPa VPD)
• Light: SF1000 EVO – Adjusted to 24 inches (was 30"), Intensity: 40%
• Schedule: 18/6 (06:00 AM – 12:00 AM)
Plant Update:
• Height: Now 2 7/8 inches (~7.3 cm). Grew 3/8" since 10:15 PM last night. She is officially "reaching" for the light.
• True Leaves: First set of jagged leaves are becoming more prominent between the cotyledons.
• Stem: Long and slender (stretching). Color looks healthy, but height needs to be managed to prevent flopping.
• Soil: Top layer is dry to the touch, but moist underneath. No water added.
Actions Taken Today:
• Light Adjustment: Lowered the Spider Farmer SF1000 from 30" down to 24" to increase PPFD and stop the vertical stretching.
• Intensity Check: Kept at 40% to avoid light stress while increasing delivery by proximity.
• Watering: Held off; layers below the surface still hold sufficient moisture.
Issues / Notes:
• Stretching: She grew nearly 1/2" in less than 24 hours. This confirms the light was too high at 30". Lowering to 24" should tighten up the node spacing.
• Pale Spot: Monitor if the spot from yesterday is still present on the cotyledon; if it hasn't spread, it remains a non-issue.
Plan for Rest of Today / Tomorrow:
• Monitoring Stretch: Check height tonight/tomorrow morning. If she's still zooming upward, I'll consider bumping intensity to 50%.
• Watering: Likely will need a light feeding tomorrow morning. Prepare Cal-Mag buffered water (pH 5.8–6.2).
• Support: If the stem looks wobbly due to the height, I will gently mound a little coco around the base for stability.
• Airflow: Consider starting a very light indirect breeze tomorrow to strengthen the "leggy" stem.
Overall: She is a fast grower! The jump to 2 7/8" shows high vigor. By dropping the light today, we are pivoting from "growing tall" to "growing strong." Environment remains dialed in.
Happy growing! 🌱
• Current Height: 24 inches
• Current Intensity: Adjusting to 50% (Up from 40%)
• Plant Height: ~3 inches (Reached 3" mark from 2 7/8" in 7.5 hours)
Note: Despite lowering the light to 24" at 12:30 PM, the seedling continued to stretch another 1/8" by 8:00 PM. I am bumping the intensity to 50% tonight to increase the PPFD. This should provide enough light energy to signal the plant to stop vertical elongation and focus on leaf development.
Date: January 24, 2026 (12:30 PM)
Fixture: Spider Farmer SF1000 EVO (100W)
• Current Height: 24 inches (Adjusted down from 30")
• Current Intensity: 40%
• Daily Schedule: 18/6 (06:00 AM – 12:00 AM)
Note: Lowered light by 6 inches today to counter significant "stretching" (plant reached 2 7/8" tall). Keeping intensity at 40% for now to see if the closer proximity slows vertical growth and encourages leaf development. Will monitor for "tacoing" or light stress over the next 12 hours.
2½’’
Strain: Super Sensi
Medium: GROW!T coco coir + Growwbetter perlite (70/30)
Pot: Fabric pot
Stage: Day 6 post-transplant / Day 3 sprout
Environment (latest ~3 PM):
• Air Temp: ~21–24°C (heater 24°C setpoint, 3°C deadzone)
• Air Humidity: ~70–72% (humidifier 70% target, 5% deadzone)
• VPD: ~0.70 kPa (ideal for seedling)
• Light: Spider Farmer (single light) – 30 inches from soil, Time Slot Mode (18/6: 05:00 AM – 11:00 PM), ~40–60% brightness
Plant Update:
• Height: Now 2 3/8 inches (~6 cm) from soil to top of cotyledons (up ~½ inch from yesterday).
• Cotyledons: Fully opened! Bright green, healthy-looking seed leaves (first true photosynthesis in progress).
• Stem: Straightened more, still pale at base but greening up.
• Soil: Still a bit moist (no water needed yet – check again later today).
• Tiny pale spot on one cotyledon: Minor – likely just from seed husk removal or light adjustment. Not spreading or concerning yet (watching if it yellows more).
Actions Taken Today:
• No water added yet (soil still moist enough).
• Monitoring for pale spot – no other issues visible.
Issues / Notes:
• Pale spot on one cotyledon: Small, isolated – probably cosmetic from cap removal or early light exposure. Monitor tomorrow – if it spreads or other leaves pale, could be slight light stress (lower light 2–4 inches) or minor nutrient need (Cal-Mag bump next feed).
• Growth rate: Strong and steady – ~½ inch overnight is excellent for day 3 sprout.
Plan for Rest of Today / Tomorrow:
• Watering: Check top 1–2 cm later today/evening. If drying, light Cal-Mag feed (~100–200 mL, pH 5.8–6.2, ~800–900 PPM). If still moist, wait until tomorrow AM.
• Light: Keeping 30 inches for now. If stretch appears tomorrow (stem >3 inches, thinner), dropping to 26–28 inches.
• Humidity/VPD: Maintain 70% RH, 0.7–0.8 kPa VPD – perfect zone.
• Fan: Still holding off – waiting until true leaves appear (likely day 5–7).
• Next check: Tomorrow morning – cotyledons greener? True leaves starting? Soil dry?
Overall: Cotyledons open and green – major milestone! Plant is healthy, growing fast, and environment is stable. Pale spot is minor – likely resolves with time/light adjustment. On track for true leaves soon.
Happy growing! 🌱
Hypocotyl ~1 3/8” (3.5 cm) tall, pale, straightened more. Cotyledons still closed/folded in husk. No true leaves. Soil damp – no water added.
Light is set to 40%
Strain: Super Sensi
Medium: GROW!T coco coir + Growwbetter perlite (70/30 by volume)
Pot: Fabric pot (size not specified, likely 3–5 gal)
Stage: Day 3–4 post-transplant / Day 1 sprout emergence
Environment (as of ~12:42 PM – 2:38 PM readings):
• Air Temp: 25.7°C
• Air Humidity: 40.9%
• VPD: 1.95 kPa (high – working on raising RH)
• Light: Spider Farmer (single light) – 30 inches from soil, Time Slot Mode (18/6 schedule: 05:00 AM – 11:00 PM), target brightness ~40–60% (PPFD Mode not working due to adapter/Light 2 sync issue)
• Heater: Set to 26°C, running frequently (drying air)
• Humidifier: Manual mode (hose angled up to reduce drips), fighting heater dryness
Plant Update:
• First sprout emerged today! Small pale hook (hypocotyl) pushing through center of soil.
• Cotyledons still folded/underground – not open yet.
• No true leaves visible.
• Soil surface still damp (no watering needed today).
• No signs of damping off, stretch, or stress yet.
Actions Taken Today:
• Fixed humidifier hose angle (upward) to stop condensation drips inside tent.
• Switched from PPFD Mode to Time Slot Mode after plan failed to turn on light (PPFD sync issue with Light Adapter showing phantom Light 2).
• Light on at current time (started mid-day, shorter first day ~10.5 h – acceptable for day 1 sprout).
• No nutrients/water added today – medium still moist enough.
Issues / Notes:
• VPD too high (1.95 kPa) due to heater running constantly and low RH (40.9%).
• Humidifier struggling against heater drying effect – targeting 65–75% RH tomorrow.
• PPFD Mode blocked (likely empty Light 2 port on adapter + sensor not fully synced for canopy PPFD). Time Slot working fine.
• Cat chewed RJ12 cable – humidifier manual for now, replacement on order.
Plan for Tomorrow:
• Morning check: Cotyledons opening? Stretch? Soil top dry?
• Raise RH to 65–75% (humidifier higher output + dome if available).
• Lower heater setpoint to 24–25°C temporarily to reduce drying.
• Light distance/brightness check – lower to 24–26” if stretching occurs.
• Water only if top 1–2 cm dry (light Cal-Mag feed ~1 mL/L, pH 5.8–6.2).
• No base nutes yet – wait for true leaves.
Overall: First sprout day achieved! Strong start despite VPD/RH challenges. Focus tomorrow on humidity and light stability.
Happy growing! 🌱
(Logged by Grok for Zero)
Strain: Super Sensi
Medium: GROW!T coco coir + Growwbetter perlite (70/30)
Pot: Fabric pot
Stage: Day 4 post-transplant / Day 1–2 sprout emergence
Environment (as of ~5:32 PM):
• Air Temp: 21.1°C (heater setpoint lowered to 24°C with 3°C deadzone)
• Air Humidity: 72.1% (humidifier set to 70% with 5% deadzone – finally stable!)
• VPD: 0.70 kPa (perfect seedling range – huge improvement from 1.95)
• Light: Spider Farmer (single light) – 30 inches from soil, Time Slot Mode (18/6: 05:00 AM – 11:00 PM), ~40–60% brightness
• Heater: Running less aggressively now – less drying effect
• Humidifier: Refilled + repositioned (hose angled upward to stop drips)
Plant Update:
• Sprout progress: Hypocotyl (hook) pushed further up – still pale/curved but clearly emerging from center.
• Cotyledons: Not fully open yet (still folded/below surface).
• No true leaves visible.
• Soil: Still damp overall (no watering today – top hasn’t dried out).
• No stress signs (no stretch, droop, or yellowing).
Actions Taken Today:
• Cleaned up wiring outside tent (split sleeving added for cat-proofing).
• Refilled humidifier after morning drips; re-angled hose upward to drain condensation back into unit.
• Lowered heater setpoint to 24°C (with 3°C deadzone) to reduce drying and help RH stabilize.
• Humidifier setpoint: 70% RH (5% deadzone) – finally pushed RH up and VPD down.
• No nutrients/water added – medium moisture still sufficient.
Issues / Notes:
• Morning: Humidifier dripped water inside tent – fixed with re-angle and reposition.
• Light: PPFD Mode still not activating (ghost Light 2 in app + adapter confusion) – sticking with Time Slot Mode (works perfectly).
• Environment: RH/VPD now ideal after heater tweak + humidifier ramp-up.
Plan for Tomorrow:
• Morning check: Cotyledons opening? Stem straightening? Top soil dry? (Send pic + GGS screenshot).
• Water only if top 1–2 cm dries (very light Cal-Mag feed ~1 mL/L, pH 5.8–6.2).
• Monitor light distance – lower slightly if stretching appears.
• Keep RH 65–75%, temp ~21–24°C.
Overall: First true sprout day success! Environment finally balanced after heater/humidifier tweaks. Excited for cotyledon opening tomorrow.
Happy growing! 🌱
(Logged by Grok for Zero)
Mag cal Xtra
Watered with 2mL of Mag cal xtra to 1000mL of water. pH of 6.3
Moved from red solo cup to soil. 7:3 Ratio 7 scoops of coco coir 3 scoops of perlite.
Mag Cal xtra 2mL