Why are my clones dying?

Moisture and humidity are key in cloning, but wet is not good. Wet media lowers the oxygen levels in the media, which usually leads to rotting stems. Two of the most common medias used in cloning are rockwool and starter plugs.
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Why are my clones wilting after transplant?

Some totally wilt over limp and others show signs of low humidity stress (the leaves curl up to a crisp on day 2-3 after transplant) The clones are rooted in rockwool cubes and hardened off gradually from day 5 -10, removing the dome completely for a day or 2.
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Can you over water clones?

Can You Over Water Clones? Keeping media too wet is common among growers.It is important to have high humidity and moist material when cloning, otherwise it will not work.As a result of water-dropping in the media, stems may rot down in landfills.
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How often should you water clones?

Clones do best in environments between 70 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit, so make sure you place them in a hot room if necessary. You should also water your clones every day to keep the soil moist, but not too damp.
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Should clones be watered everyday?

Water frequently for one week.

For the first week after transplanting your clone will not yet have grown a strong root system. It is critical that you make sure that the original rockwool cube remains moist. In some cases, the media surrounding the cube may be wet, but the rockwool will be dry.
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Should I mist clones?

You shouldn't need to spray your clones with water, but if you feel more comfortable doing so, don't overwater. Spray just enough, once every three days to keep the humidity. Clones need a very specific amount of light and nutrients because they are so sensitive.
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Do clones need light or dark?

Clones need plenty of light to root and grow, but that light needs to be less intense than what you'll use once it's transplanted. T5 and CFL grow lights can offer your clones the vegging (blue) spectrum they need without the intensity that could take it out.
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Do clones need air flow?

You need air circulation to build humidity. Most customers will cut a hole in the top of the 6 & 3 inch domes, the 7 inch dome has vents built in.
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Is it normal for clones to droop?

Over-lighting a fresh cutting can easily cause it to droop and stress. We are trying to minimize water transpiration from the leaves once the cutting has been made, so soft light is preferred for this process. One T5 over a single flat tray is adequate lighting.
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How long does it take for a plant to recover from transplant shock?

Recovery time may vary from plant to plant. It depends on the age, type of the transplanted plant, soil type, and climatic condition of the planted location. In the seedlings stage, it will take up to 2-3 weeks, but in matured plants or trees, it will take up to years.
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Is it normal for plants to wilt after transplanting?

Most seedlings will wilt after transplanting, and that's entirely normal. If you see your small plants wilting or yellowing, it doesn't necessarily mean you've done something wrong. What's important is that they pull through. Most plants will recover from transplant shock, and the main sign of recovery is new growth.
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How much humidity do clones need?

Generally speaking, clones prefer an environment with humidity of 90 to 100% for the initial days after being cut from the donor plant. This high humidity is one of the factors that will stop the clone from completely wilting over because it is able to obtain some moisture from the surrounding air.
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How far should clones be from light?

The LED grow light distance above the clones differs from the height required for seedlings. With clones, they will need intense light to begin. Depending on the power of the light and maturity of the plants, this could vary quite a bit between 14-36 inches from the top of the plant canopy.
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How do I know if my clones are healthy?

A strong, well-established clone should show visible signs of growth such as sturdy leaves and new growth at the nodes. The new leaves will be a bright green color but may get darker as the leaves mature.
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What color light is best for clones?

The best lights for growing cannabis clones are heavy in the blue light spectra. That's because blue light gives plants vital energy that is transferred into root growth.
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Can you clone without humidity dome?

Unlike seedlings, humidity needs to be much higher for cuttings. That's why you'll need a humidity dome over your clones to make sure they get enough moisture for their roots. Keep the dome on and make visual checks every day for signs of mold or mildew on your clones.
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Should I Feed My clones?

Freshly cut clones have no roots with which to take up nutrients, so feeding is not required until the first young roots have formed and then nutrients should be first applied at quarter strength, increasing to half vegetative strength as the clones become more developed.
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Why are my cuttings turning yellow?

Upper leaf yellowing is a symptom of micronutrient deficiencies during propagation. Although you may not know what environmental stresses the cuttings experienced prior to you receiving them, there are several cultural procedures such as using a rooting hormone that can help reduce losses.
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Why are my rooted clones turning yellow?

After a few days in its new home, a clone's leaves might start to yellow. This is completely normal and is a sign that rooting is about to start. Once roots have formed, the yellowing should start to dissipate. Roots will begin to grow abundantly after a week or so.
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How do you revive wilted cuttings?

Once the stem loses contact with the roots, it starts a rapid process of wilting, so cuttings should be taken in the morning or evening, but never in midday sun. If possible, you should either plunge the cuttings straight into cool water or put them in a clear plastic bag, sealed shut to retain humidity.
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What should I spray my clones with?

Spraying a clone with water dilutes the nutrients in the leaves. The clone will be forced to search for nutrients once the leaves have low nutrient levels. Misting also helps maintain water levels in the plant since it can't drink through the roots.
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Should I use nutrients every time I water?

You don't want to use liquid nutrients every time you water—use them every other watering, or two waterings on, one off. It depends on the complexity of your soil and the health of your plants. Too many nutrients will damage your plants. Giving weed plants the proper amount of nutrients requires careful monitoring.
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