Cherry Gorilla

Use a paper towel or direct peat pellet method, keeping temperatures around 20–25°C and the medium moist but not waterlogged. Transplant seedlings to small pots once roots appear and then gradually increase pot size.

Increase ventilation with extraction fans, keep plants spaced to allow airflow, and remove lower foliage that traps moisture. Monitor RH and target 40–50% during late flowering to reduce bud rot risk.

Start with a balanced vegetative feed then switch to a bloom formula higher in phosphorus and potassium during flowering. Reduce nitrogen in late flowering to promote bud ripening and avoid excess leaf mass.

Many growers reduce or stop fertiliser two weeks before harvest for soil grows, and a shorter flush for hydroponics. Watch trichome development rather than only relying on calendar days.

Yes, it can do well outdoors in mild summers if plants are given shelter from prolonged rain and humidity. Position plants in a sunny, sheltered spot and consider raised beds or greenhouses for added protection.

Initial drying typically takes 7–10 days, followed by curing in jars for at least two weeks to improve flavour and smoothness. Many growers report noticeably better complexity after four to eight weeks of curing.

Aphids, spider mites and thrips can appear, especially in greenhouse environments with high humidity. Use regular inspections, beneficial insects and targeted organic controls to manage infestations early.

Aim for daytime temperatures of 20–26°C and slightly cooler nights around 16–20°C. Avoid prolonged highs above 28°C which can stress plants and reduce terpene expression.

Yes, it responds well to both SCROG and LST to even out the canopy and improve light penetration. Training early in vegetative growth gives the best results for yield and airflow.

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