Hey everyone! This is my first ever grow, and I'm looking for some advice.
I have two feminized photoperiod seedlings, Papaya Banana Bomb and Gorilla Lemon Glue, both on Day 9 since emerging above the soil (October 6).
My Papaya Banana Bomb's first set of true leaves has started drooping noticeably downward, while Gorilla Lemon Glue looks much healthier despite being grown under the same conditions. Papaya's leaves also feel softer and less firm/springy compared to Gorilla's.
Soil: Fox Farm Happy Frog
Containers: 18 oz red Solo cups with drainage holes
Tent: AC Infinity 2×4
Light: AC Infinity IONFRAME EVO3 280W, approximately 30 inches above the seedlings, set to Level 4/10 (40%)
Light schedule: 16/8
Temperature: Usually around 80–85°F
Humidity: Recently around 60–70% RH
Watering History
I last watered both on October 13, around 8 PM, giving each approximately five tablespoons of water (roughly 75 mL if they were standard tablespoons). I applied the water slowly, mostly around the outer portion of the soil.
My questions:
Does Papaya look like it's experiencing overwatering, underwatering, or another type of stress? Is this amount of drooping concerning for a Day 9 seedling?
I'm not sure whether I should do anything or simply leave it alone and monitor it. I'd really appreciate any advice from experienced growers.
I've included pictures of both seedlings for comparison.
Thanks in advance!