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Ashlie @ SunClone
Hey, I just wanted to give a quick growing tip for our community! Lately, I've seen a couple of folks having the same issue, so I wanted to address this and hopefully help some other growers as well!
If you just received your SunClone, it looked great, and you transplanted it immediately, oh so exciting!! Then, a few days later, it looked like this:
The plant appears to be dried out and dying, and you're not sure what to do! The soil is wet, and it has all of this nice new space to root into. What's the problem?
Here are my top tips for avoiding this!
Did you thoroughly saturate the soil when transplanting?
Did you check the PH of the water before watering?
Was the plant well-established and ready for this pot?
First, we want to make sure that the plant receives a good watering whenever it is transferred into a new pot. This will help the roots stay nicely saturated and hydrate the new soil. The roots are always looking for that water source; they will extend outwards and down to the bottom of the pot. If the soil is not completely hydrated at this time, the roots won't be able to expand into that dry soil without dying.
PH is also a big one here. Cannabis plants prefer slightly acidic water, around 5.5-6.5. An off PH will prevent the plant from absorbing nutrients, and although it has enough water, it will start to brown and wilt.
The number one issue I have seen lately has been transplanting a smaller clone into a pot that is too large. Plants with a smaller root system cannot absorb all of the water in the soil, causing a constantly damp soil situation, which can actually lead to root rot. With water sitting well below the surface of the soil, this can make it difficult to assess the plant's watering needs. When the top feels dry, we add more water, but when there's unabsorbed water already there, this just adds to the issue.
Larger pots don't just hold extra water; they may also hold more nutrients than the plant can handle. When a young plant is overloaded with nutrients, it can cause nutrient burn, which burns the leaves and can stunt their growth.
Remember, while it is an essential and momentous time for us, transplanting is stressful for the plant. Stressing the plant can lead to stunting and increase susceptibility to disease and pests. To avoid these issues, increasing the pot size as the plant grows gradually is best. This method ensures the roots have enough space to expand without the risks associated with too much soil volume and moisture retention.
Do you have any tips for transplanting? Please share with us below!