Ok, Is “this” the start of flower? (Sorry for such a basic question)

[HotAndHumid]

Hello
Sorry to keep asking. Only second grow and I know nothing. Question - Does the below pics indicate preflower?

This is a GG4 “AUTO” at 49 days (7 weeks). Would have thought it would be in heavy flower being an auto (I hope).

Wanna know the start of flower so I can monitor the time in each stage. Thanks!

[MoFo]

@HotAndHumid yes, I call that pre-flower

[OGIncognito]

Pre-flower Growmie

[Ebb]

OMG They’re ruined Bro…WOW!!!

Just kidding they look great. Now is when the fun begins

[HMGRWN]

@HotAndHumid

monitor the time in each stage.

Monitoring and recording the time is fine but do not expect the plant to stay “on schedule”.