Weak stems, why?

[Teker]

i've had these plants going for two weeks now, the stems are weak.. i am using the aerogarden setup.. can someone please help me.. i am a first timer.. thank you

 

[tahoe58]

welcome. when you say weak .... what are u referring to? the plants fall over ...they're too tall for they're stem ...? a pic could also help. then we can give you some additional feedback.

 

[Teker]

welcome. when you say weak .... what are u referring to? the plants fall over ...they're too tall for they're stem ...? a pic could also help. then we can give you some additional feedback.

they are kinda falling over i proped them up and added more nutrient after a few days, they look a little stronger, but... they are starting to grow leaves and barley holding it's own weight

 

[heathaa]

are you using a fan? a fan will strengthen the stems considerably

 

[tahoe58]

sounds like they might be "stretching" ...this is a function of the light intensity ... the plant is "reaching" for the light energy. The solution is getting the light closer (without too close) or more intense bulbs ... propping them is good/ok .... nutes is also good/ok (sometimes easy to overdo) .... good luck.

****EDIT**** good point made above re: fan too!