Power Plant Cannabis Strain Week-by-Week Guide
- 1. History
- 2. Specifications
- 3. Week-by-week guide
- 3. a. Germination - week 0
- 3. b. Vegetative stage - week 1
- 3. c. Vegetative stage - week 2
- 3. d. Vegetative stage - week 3
- 3. e. Pre-flowering stage - week 4
- 3. f. Flowering stage - week 5 and 6
- 3. g. Flowering stage - week 7 and 8
- 3. h. Flowering stage - week 9 and 10
- 3. i. Harvesting - week 11
- 4. Terpene profile
- 5. Type of effect
- 6. Power plant cannabis strain grow guide faqs
- 7. In conclusion
1. History
Dutch Passion began breeding Power Plant early in the ‘90s and finally released it around 1997. This strain derives from African landraces and offers mostly-Sativa genetics with a tiny percentage of Indica genetics that help speed up the cannabis flowering stage while also improving bud density and high. With an average THC percentage of 15-20%, these cannabis seeds have become very popular, especially among beginner growers due to being extremely easy to grow while still delivering a potent high, a delicious smell, and high yields, earning at least two first places in different competitions around the world.
2. Specifications
Thanks to Sativa genetics, Power Plant is an extremely fast-growing plant that offers beginner growers the ability to grow huge yields in as little as 8 weeks of flowering. This strain is super resilient to extreme changes in the growing conditions, making her ideal for those growing in harsh climates or those who cannot adjust the temperature and humidity indoors.
Power Plant grows super fast, it’s the ideal strain for those who want to grow under 12/12 from seed without affecting plant size, even under 12/12 from seed beginner growers will be able to harvest up to 600 gr/m2 of excellent flowers without much effort either indoors and outdoors.
3. Week-By-Week Guide
It’s important to remember that a strain can exhibit slightly different traits in different growing conditions so use this as a guideline. In the table below you’ll be able to see the growing conditions this plant was grown under, allowing you to have an idea of the results you’ll get under similar conditions.
| Grow Conditions Specifications | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Fixture: | LED | Nutrients: | Super Soil |
| Grow Space: | Indoor | PH level: | 7 |
| Temperature: | 18 - 23°C | Flowering: | 8 weeks |
| Humidity: | 45 - 65% | Substrate: | Soil |
So keep in mind that this is just a timeline and the results and progress can be completely different depending on where and how you grow this strain. Anyways, let’s start with the germination of this beautiful strain!
Germination - Week 0
This grow cycle started by germinating 2 Power Plant seeds in jiffy pots. Now, if you’re not an experienced grower or just don’t want to spend extra money, you can let the seeds soak in a glass of water for 12-48 hours for the seeds to hydrate and then transfer them to paper towels without a problem at all. The important thing here is providing the right conditions, not the germination method itself.
Once the seedling came out of the substrate, the plant was then planted in small grow bags where they will grow for a couple of weeks until the roots are established and the plants are ready to be transplanted into the final pots. Remember that during this stage the temperature should be around 23 °C and the humidity levels around 70-75% for the seedlings to thrive.
Vegetative Stage - Week 1
Until the roots have established you should not feed anything other than root boosters or mycorrhizae to help the roots develop faster. Planting the jiffy pots in the grow bags is not as stressful as transplanting the plants from one pot to another so in this case, plants didn’t suffer any stress.
As you can see, by week 1 the plants have grown quite a bit so they’re ready to start eating. In this case, the plants were not fed yet because the idea is to grow them in super soil, which contains all the nutrients needed. So the plants were left alone to do their thing but the humidity was adjusted to 60% and the temperature to around 22-23 °C to promote faster and healthier growth.
Vegetative Stage - Week 2
On week 3 the plants were transplanted to the final pots which were filled with super soil. Super soil is a great way to grow cannabis without the need to mix nutrients, check pH and etc.. but in this case, the grower encountered some issues.
As you can see, the lower leaves on one plant started to yellow once it was transplanted into the final container which was probably caused by the roots not being ready for the food due to not being completely developed. Because of this, the grower decided to top the plants down to the third node to slow down growth and allow the roots to develop properly to avoid more issues.
Vegetative Stage - Week 3
By week 3 the problems persisted so the grower decided to continue growing one plant outdoors and only left one in the grow tent. The idea was to transplant one of the Power Plant plants into a bigger container in order to see if things get better.
The grower then decided to super crop the plant as a way to increase yields due to having to move one plant outdoors. Also, the plants were sprayed with a neem oil and insecticidal soap mix as bug prevention.
Pre-Flowering Stage - Week 4
After flipping to 12/12, Power Plant took around 4 days for the white hairs to appear. Fortunately, the plants recovered completely and started stretching quite a bit. The grower decided to put a plant trainer to support the branches and keep them in the center of the grow tent, where they get more light.
During the first couple of weeks of the flowering stage Power Plant can stretch up to 300%, so the grower was quite pleased to know that his worries were long gone and the plant was now growing around 2.5 centimeters per day. As mentioned, this plant is growing in super soil so there’s no need to feed, just water with plain water and that’s it.
Of course, in most other cases, you'll need to start giving extra nutrients to your plants sooner or later. As an example, look at the following fully organic feeding regimen.
Flowering Stage - Week 5 and 6
By week 5 and 6 the plants are growing a lot of hairs and leaves but the plant is becoming super bushy which caused a little bit of mold to appear on the substrate so the grower decided to leave the bottom fan ON 24/7 and top-dressed diatomaceous earth to prevent the mold from spreading more.
As you can see, bud development accelerates exponentially and what was just a couple of white hairs are now taking bud form. Now that there isn’t any apparent yellowing, it’s safe to say that the plants are happy, healthy, and thriving. It will only take 5 weeks longer for harvest. Once your plants are in full-flower mode remember to keep the temperature around 20 °C and the humidity levels around 40-50%.
Flowering Stage - Week 7 and 8
During week 7 and 8 your plant will not grow any more branches or leave because the plant is concentrating all its energy on developing big and dense buds. This means that all you have to worry about is keeping the conditions on point and keeping your plant well-fed.
Remember to keep good airflow between the buds, this will prevent mold and bugs which at this stage, can be a grave issue because mold can not only cause bud rot, making your flowers worthless but also infect the plants around so keep an eye out!
Flowering Stage - Week 9 and 10
During the last weeks of the flowering stage, the majority of the leaves should be green but it’s normal for leaves to start yellowing, so don’t worry if the lower fan leaves are fading. During the last weeks, the buds are almost ready but the trichomes are still ripening so be patient.
During the final weeks the white hairs (stigmas) will wilt and turn brown or orange, this is also a sign that your plant is almost ready for harvest but it isn’t very precise so make sure to get a magnifier and check the trichomes; If the trichomes are still clear, it means your plant is not ready for harvest yet but if the trichomes are cloudy or milky, it’s time.
If you’re looking for a stronger corporal effect you can let the trichomes ripen a bit more and turn amber but if you want to experience a stronger psychoactive effect, once the trichomes are cloudy you can go ahead and chop your plant!
Harvesting - Week 11
Week 11 marks the last week of Power Plant’s grow cycle, keep in mind that your plant may take longer depending on the growing conditions. During the last week there’s nothing to do other than flush.
In this case, flushing is optional because the plant was fed 100% organic nutrients but it’s really up to you, if you don’t want to take the risk you can flush for 1 week. Keep in mind that when growing with synthetic nutrients it’s highly recommended you flush for at least 1-2 weeks.
4. Terpene Profile
After 12 weeks from seed to harvest, it's time to try it! This Sativa-dominant strain offers the following main terpenes: Myrcene, Pinene, and Caryophyllene, and the secondary terpenes: Humulene, Linalool, and Limonene.
This unique terpene profile results in a delicious woody and spicy pungent mix with floral hues and hints of sweet vanilla that leaves your mouth watering with every puff.
5. Type of Effect
Thanks to the high THC content, Power Plant provides a nice positive and energetic high that hits as soon as you take the first puff. The effect starts with an euphoric feeling that slowly turns into a more relaxed effect that allows you to lay on the couch and enjoy your favorite movie or album.
This is a strong Sativa-leaning high that has anti-anxiety properties and is perfect for hanging out with friends, but be careful because smoking too much will definitely give you the munchies!
6. Power Plant Cannabis Strain Grow Guide FAQs
Ok, so we've run through pretty much everything there is to know about growing this fantastic cultivar. But, there will always be those inevitable couple of queries that we haven't been able to cover, especially from the less experienced grower among us. Cannabis cultivation is an ever-evolving subject, with new techniques being added to the bag every single year. Questions are always more than welcome, so if there is anything we haven't answered by the end of this section, feel free to drop a comment below - or head over to our subreddit.
How long is the full cultivation period for Power Plant?
This a hard question to answer, as it depends on a variety of factors, such as the amount of sunlight the plant receives, when it was planted, if it is growing in an indoor or outdoor environment, and the list goes on. Since this a photoperiodic strain, if you are growing indoors you have full control over when the switch between vegetative and flowering growth occurs. Once you are happy with the size and structure of your plant, you can begin to flip the switch. The full flowering period will usually last around seven to eight weeks.
What is the preferred temperature for growing Power Plant?
The ideal temperature range for this strain is between 68-77 degrees Fahrenheit (20 to 25 degrees Celsius) during the day. At night, it is better to let the temperature drop around 18 to 20 degrees Celsius if at all possible.
How about the relative humidity?
Like all cannabis strains, you want to start the humidity a little higher and slowly reduce it as the plant develops. For seedlings, try to keep it at around 65%. Once the second node appears (the start of full vegetative growth) that can be lowered to 50 - 55%. When flowering begins you want to drop once more to 45 - 50%
What is the best substrate to use with Power Plant?
This strain is very versatile in terms of the substrate you can use. Coco coir is a popular choice as it helps to retain moisture and oxygen, while still allowing for good drainage. If your looking for the maximum yield then pure hydro is the way to go, or even aeroponics. If taste and aroma are your top priority then it's best to stick with good, old organic farming techniques, and choose a soil blend that has been specifically designed for cannabis cultivation.
Does Power Plant prefer indoor or outdoor cultivation?
Power Plant is a very hardy strain, so it can be grown both indoors and outdoors with great success. Indoor cultivation will provide the best yields, as you are able to control the climate and nutrients more accurately. With outdoor cultivation, the timing is taken out of your hands and passed over to mother nature. If you plant her early on in the season she can grow to gargantuan sizes and produce great yields, although it may take a little longer. Nevertheless, Power Plant is among the top strains when it comes to outdoor growing.
Is there anything else to look out for when growing Power Plant?
Yes! As with all photoperiodic cannabis strains, you need to be aware of the environmental changes that occur at different times of the year. For example, when growing outdoors you want to make sure your plants are big enough to cope with the shorter days and cooler evenings as the season comes to an end. You will probably have to also give the branches a helping hand as the buds will be enormous by this time.
Finally, make sure to give your plants plenty of nutrients and TLC throughout their lifespan. If you haven't already invested in a TDS and pH pen, head over to amazon and buy a GOOD QUALITY one right now.
7. In Conclusion
Power Plant is a must for growers looking for strong Sativa-leaning genetics that provide a nice energizing effect to keep you going all day long. Also a great option for medical users looking to take advantage of the beneficial properties of terpenes such as myrcene and caryophyllene. If you’ve grown Power Plant before, feel free to help fellow growers by sharing your experience in the comment section below!
