I've searched some and not seen any full descriptions of how to 'flip' an autoflower plant that's not acting like one, acting like a photo plant, and not advancing to bloom. Most everything is for photos vs. autos or never cites a full regimen, such as timing.
A general question: To 'flip' an autoflower plant that is taking too long to advance into bloom phase, what is the optimal light regimen?
An example: I have a Strawberry Gorilla/Fast Buds that is now well over 60 days but hasn't moved on to bloom. It's healthy and good sized - no problem with the plant. But how can I optimally do the 'flip' to (force it into) bloom? I presume I provide periods of ≥12 hours continuous darkness (and then normal tent lighting), but for how many days must this be done with an auto? Do I give exactly or something over 12 hours of darkness each period? I presume I keep to a 24-hour day cycle, such as give 11 hours of light/13 hours darkness? With all that darkness, if done in the tent with other autos can/should I boost the intensity some during lights-on periods (keep same DLI)?
A general question: To 'flip' an autoflower plant that is taking too long to advance into bloom phase, what is the optimal light regimen?
An example: I have a Strawberry Gorilla/Fast Buds that is now well over 60 days but hasn't moved on to bloom. It's healthy and good sized - no problem with the plant. But how can I optimally do the 'flip' to (force it into) bloom? I presume I provide periods of ≥12 hours continuous darkness (and then normal tent lighting), but for how many days must this be done with an auto? Do I give exactly or something over 12 hours of darkness each period? I presume I keep to a 24-hour day cycle, such as give 11 hours of light/13 hours darkness? With all that darkness, if done in the tent with other autos can/should I boost the intensity some during lights-on periods (keep same DLI)?
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