I think maybe I watered too little too often, so the roots didn't have to grow too much, but then again it was this exact plant that had outgrown it's last container---One gallon...so the roots couldn't have been too bad...at least you are getting close at 8 weeks...I'm going to be waiting forever...since I am starting week 3 I still have what like 9 or 10 weeks to wait...oooohhhh the waiting...killer smoke though when you finally get it. I like seeing people having similar problems...not that I like that you are having problems, but helps me feel like there is hope for me yet...lol.