Are they flowering? (my first grow)

This is my first grow. Using Seedsman Northern Lights Auto (Northern Lights x Ruderalis)
I am using Sensi Grow nutrients at the moment, but I think my plants are starting to flower, should I now start using Sensi Bloom?


Also, how do my plants look? Would appreciate any other feedback and tips for my grow

I am currently using 24/7 light cycle. Should I now change to 12hour light cycle?

I have not trimmed/pruned the plants, I am not using scrog, LST, topping, etc. As this is my first grow, I didn't want to "experiment" much, I just wanted to go easy on the growing process, so that I learn the basics first.

Temps: 22-28c
Humidity: 55-70%
Lights: Mars Hydro TS1000

yes they are starting flowering, you can wait 2 weeks more 14 days then you can start using your Sensi Bloom feed.
p.s check for Thrips, i might be seeing some tracking on your leaves. but I cant tell exactly from your photo, so check yourself. Also check for spidermites for good measure.
The above photo of yours is the one that made me suspect.

RangiSTaxi said:

yes they are starting flowering, you can wait 2 weeks more 14 days then you can start using your Sensi Bloom feed.
p.s check for Thrips, i might be seeing some tracking on your leaves. but I cant tell exactly from your photo, so check yourself. Also check for spidermites for good measure.View attachment 4560937

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That plant has looked unusual since it was a baby, I think perhaps it is just genetics, as I hear a lot of autoflowers can have mutations and look unusual. The other plants look fine, it seems just that this one has some weird leaves

I shall start using Sensi Bloom in about 10-14 days then!

mushroomcookiedough said:

That plant has looked unusual since it was a baby, I think perhaps it is just genetics, as I hear a lot of autoflowers can have mutations and look unusual. The other plants look fine, it seems just that this one has some weird leaves

I shall start using Sensi Bloom in about 10-14 days then!

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yeah it just came to me, it has Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV)

google: Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV) in cannabis.

It can come in from the seeds.

since its you first grow , i would just ignore it.

give your plants some http://flairform.com/products/additives/silikamajic/ every week at normal dosages.

you cant get rid of it, but the potassium silicate will make your plant stronger and more resilient

sterilize your grow tent and pots with bleach at the end of harvest.

RangiSTaxi said:

yeah it just came to me, it has Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV)

google: Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV) in cannabis.

It can come in from the seeds.

since its you first grow , i would just ignore it.

give your plants some http://flairform.com/products/additives/silikamajic/ every week at normal dosages.

you cant get rid of it, but the potassium silicate will make your plant stronger and more resilient

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Oh wow, yes it looks a lot like TMV! But the plant seems strong and as you said since it is my first grow I will just ignore it. Hope the plant produces some good buds either way

I am unable to get silikamajic in my country, and with the tight border restrictions, if I order it, it might take weeks to arrive. Is this really necessary? What is the purpose of using it? Thanks!

mushroomcookiedough said:

Oh wow, yes it looks a lot like TMV! But the plant seems strong and as you said since it is my first grow I will just ignore it. Hope the plant produces some good buds either way

I am unable to get silikamajic in my country, and with the tight border restrictions, if I order it, it might take weeks to arrive. Is this really necessary? What is the purpose of using it? Thanks!

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potassium silicate is available in most countries, that is just a good brand I use and trust, it hardens cell walls increases yield and makes plants more resilient to disease. you dont have to use it, but it will help increase yield if you do. but its not a must.

your doing great and TMV isnt your fault, just the luck of the draw, you plants will continue to flower well.

RangiSTaxi said:

potassium silicate is available in most countries, that is just a good brand I use and trust, it hardens cell walls increases yield and makes plants more resilient to disease. you dont have to use it, but it will help increase yield if you do. but its not a must.

your doing great and TMV isnt your fault, just the luck of the draw, you plants will continue to flower well.

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Alright, I will see if I can find any other potassium silicate products

Regarding the lighting cycle, should I now change to 12 hours on, 12 off? (currently the lights are on 24/7.

mushroomcookiedough said:

Alright, I will see if I can find any other potassium silicate products

Regarding the lighting cycle, should I now change to 12 hours on, 12 off? (currently the lights are on 24/7.

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If using photo-period seeds you would use 12/12

But you are using Autos, so stay on 24 hours all the way till harvest.

you can start feeding bloom nutrients right now.... since they are autos you dont drop the lights to 12/12 like with photo period plants, but i would drop it down to a 20/4 ... In my short stent with autos I noticed better results with a little light break. The silica does work but it's not necessary , I dont find it to be worth the trouble, you're mileage may vary... as for trimming lst hst etc etc you generally do not do that with autos as the clock is ticking , and every time the plant has to recover from something it will sacrifice yield.... they look good