Marijuana has come a long way in the past few decades as there only used to be a few strains available depending on where you were located. Cannabis has been used for thousands of years around the world as it is incredibly versatile. Marijuana has been used for everything from medication to religious ceremonies in certain countries.
New hybrids are all of the rage in cannabis due to the tastes and potency. Keep in mind that these newer strains are far more potent on average than strains of the past.
Most cannabis enthusiasts have heard of the Thai landrace strain or just Thai. Most of the landrace cannabis strains have the name of the location where it was first grown. Afghan Kush and Durban Poison are both great examples of this.
Landrace cannabis strains are relatively rare with ...
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Cannabis Heat Stress And How To Fix It
Marijuana has erupted on the national stage with huge states legalizing its recreational and medical uses. This has also given people the opportunity to grow their own marijuana if they are medical patients in states like California. Growing marijuana takes time and experience.
Growing marijuana can be quite tricky for an inexperienced cultivator. There are many different environmental factors that impact a plant’s growth. Strains also differ in how heat-resistant they might be especially when grown in hot climates like Florida or Southern California.
There are telltale signs of cannabis heat stress when growing that you need to watch out for. Be proactive about inspecting your plants so you can reverse heat stress in a matter of days rather than weeks. Stress on plants can take ...
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10 Things You Need to Know About Croptober
Croptober is one of the most exciting times for cannabis growers and consumers. In the fall, the shorter days and cooler temperatures trigger the flowering phase. At the end of this period, growers can harvest their mature buds and prepare them for sale. Here are 10 things you need to know about this once-a-year phenomenon known as Croptober.
1. It Is Time to Harvest for Northern Hemisphere Growers
In the Northern Hemisphere, cannabis growers eagerly await Croptober, all of October and early November, to harvest their mature cannabis plants. Of course, some strains flower earlier or later than others. Some strains may complete their flowering period in September or late November. But about 80 percent of cultivars are ready to harvest during the Croptober season.2. Bulk ...
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4 Best Products for Spider Mites on Marijuana Plants
All growers at one point or another have run into one of many cannabis pests. The pests can come in the form of mites, mold, slugs, snails, and a number of other cannabis-loving critters. Even deer can ravage a crop by rutting and potentially eating cannabis leaves. Weed bugs can be easily repelled though and your problem solved if you identify the pest correctly.
Spider mites on marijuana plants can result in the plant looking like swiss cheese over time. The small holes make it difficult for a plant to circulate nutrients and moisture. Identifying these as soon as possible can help reduce the damage done to your crop.
Finding the right products to deal with spider mites does depend on your preference and how durable your plants are. Below are the best products for spider mites ...
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How to Grow One Weed Plant Like a Pro
Learning how to grow one weed plant is a great way to learn the basics of cannabis cultivation on a small scale. It allows you to improve your skills on a budget and have a nice reward when it's time to harvest. Our grow guide covers all the supplies you need and takes you through every step of the plant’s life cycle so you can grow like a pro.
How to Grow One Weed Plant and What You Need to Grow It
There are a handful of important items that are needed to learn how to grow one weed plant. Cannabis can be grown indoors or outdoors, depending on your state and local laws. While both environments can produce great cannabis flowers, indoor cannabis production requires certain equipment to maintain optimal lighting, temperature, and humidity for your plant. Here is what you will ...Read More
4 Best Tips For When to Harvest Weed
How can you tell when to harvest weed? As the days get shorter and your plants get bigger, you need to prepare to harvest your mature flower buds. But how do you know when they are at their peak freshness? There is a short time window when cannabis flowers should be harvested.
Harvesting too early can produce buds with a weaker potency, flavor, and aroma. Harvesting too late can lead to reduced THC potency and buds that induce sedation. Our cannabis harvesting guide shows you exactly how to get your harvesting timing right.
How Long Does It Take to Grow Cannabis From Seed to Harvest?
How long do you have to wait to harvest after you planted your cannabis seed? It depends on a variety of factors including the strains genetics and ...Read More
Best Outdoor Grow Setup for Marijuana
Growing marijuana outdoors is an affordable, fun, and natural way to grow weed. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced cannabis grower, our best outdoor grow setup for marijuana guide can help you plan out and set up an outdoor garden. Here is what we will cover: What are your state’s outdoor cannabis cultivation laws? What equipment and supplies do you need to grow weed outdoors? Where is the best place to locate your outdoor garden? How do you set up a private and secure garden?
Is It Legal To Grow Weed Outdoors?
Before you invest in an entire outdoor grow setup, it is important to understand your state and local home cultivation laws. While most states have medical cannabis laws and many have adult-use laws, not all of them allow ...Read More
Storing Marijuana Seeds
Like any other seeds that you plant, marijuana seeds are long lasting, especially when stored in a place where it is cool and dry, more so in a tightly closed container. Storing marijuana seeds correctly can make or break your yield. You should always accurately label the container that you use to store your marijuana seeds. Because marijuana seeds are so long lasting when they are correctly stored, after a few months, you may easily forget the types of cannabis seeds that are in each container. So, that is why it is important to accurately label the containers. Make sure you put the date on the container as well. This will help to remind you exactly when the marijuana seeds were stored.
Marijuana Seed Awareness
As you learn more about storing marijuana seeds, you will ...Read More
How to Grow Weed Like a Pro
Are you ready to learn how to grow weed like a pro? Do you want to grow the biggest possible yield with the most resinous buds?
If you want to become a cannabis growing expert, there are a few factors you must consider, including where you plan to grow your weed, the types of strains you plan to grow, whether you want a soil-based or soil-less method, and so much more.
Ultimately, every part of your growing environment and your cultivation practices affects the size of your yield and the quality of your bud.
Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned grower, there's always something new to learn in the cultivation space. Our cannabis cultivation guide can help you get your garden set up, give you a step-by-step guide on growing weed, and give you tips from the ...
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7 End-of-Season Chores to Do In Your Outdoor Marijuana Grow
Growing cannabis outdoors is easy, affordable, and fun! Come harvest season, however, you need to pull up your sleeves and tackle your outdoor cannabis growing checklist for the end of the season. We've rounded up the top 7 end-of-season chores to do in your outdoor marijuana grow to help you finish your harvest off strong and have a bountiful yield.
7 End-of-Season Chores to Do in Your Outdoor Marijuana Grow
1. Keep Your Plants Secure: Get a Live-Streaming Camera
When choosing the best place to grow outdoor weed, growers must find a location that has enough sunlight, a nearby water source, a gentle breeze, and nutrient-rich soil. You also need to keep your plants hidden and secure from the public. Installing a secure fence and keeping your garden under lock and key ...Read More
How To Grow Hemp Like A Pro
Hemp has gained widespread acclaim for its versatility as it can be used for clothing, paper, and used medicinally. The versatility of this plant is the reason so many farmers have become intrigued by the possibility of growing hemp and learning how to start a hemp farm.
Hemp was made federally legal by the Farm Bill of 2018. A number of farmers then started applying for licenses as they began their research on how to grow hemp.
Hemp is cannabis with under 0.3 percent THC which is negligible. A person would have to consume an inhumane amount of hemp to get even the slightest buzz.
The appeal of hemp is that it can reduce waste produced in the manufacturing of inorganic material. The fact that it is being used as a form of biofuel just speaks to the true versatility of ...
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What Is Dirt Weed and What Can It Be Used For?
We've all been there. You take a closer look at the weed you just bought or got from a friend, only to realize that it looks and smells a lot different than the high-quality weed you are used to. If it has more seeds and stems than usual, smells like old hay, and has a dull color, you may be staring at what seasoned users refer to as “dirt weed.” While low-quality weed can seem like a waste, there are still ways to salvage your stash without having to throw it away completely. Our dirt weed guide covers exactly what dirt weed is, how you can identify it, and what you can do with it to have a great experience.
What Is Dirt Weed?
Dirt weed usually refers to low-quality Mexican weed that became available in the 1970s and was commonly sold for about $10 an ounce. This weed ...Read More
How to Grow Incredible Marijuanas Plants
Are you ready to grow the best cannabis of your life? Are you sick of growing dirt weed that barely gets you high and tastes like burned plant? Growing cannabis indoors or outdoors is easier than ever if you live in a legal state, have all the marijuana growing equipment necessary, and are patient and passionate about improving your cannabis growing skills. If you're ready to grow incredible marijuana plants from the comfort of your home and possibly turn your hobby into a career in cultivation, here's what you need to know.
Growing Cannabis 101: What to Expect When Growing Marijuanas Plants
Let's start with a brief growing marijuana 101 lesson to describe to you what you can expect during the months-long journey from seed or clone to a mature cannabis plant. Growing ...Read More
Growing 10 Pound Plants vs 1 Pound of Weed
What is the difference of growing 10 pound plants vs 1 pound of weed?
In a perfect world, you'd be swimming in a sea of cannabis buds as far as the eye can see. In the cannabis world, growing pounds upon pounds of pure bud with a thick blanket of milky, resinous trichomes requires a lot of cannabis plants, patience, passion, and skill.
Cannabis yields vary by plant depending on their climate, growing environment, and genetics. And, with home cultivation limits, you can only grow so many plants in your home if weed is legal in your state.
Our cannabis grow guide can teach you how to legally work around these limits to grow the most amount of weed possible, which in some cases, can be up to 10 pounds or more. Get ready to significantly improve your cannabis ...
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How to Prepare for Fire Season in the Cannabis Growing World
With wildfire season upon us, cannabis farmers must prepare early in the season by creating a defensible space around their buildings and crops to protect against the threat of complete destruction. Don't just be another wildfire statistic. Stand up to the increasing threat of fire damage with our fire safety tips.
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Why Wildfire Prevention Is Important
If 2020’s West Coast wildfires are any indication, cannabis farms will be facing a looming and never-ending threat of wildfire every year. Farmers must prepare well before the wildfire season starts against any fire that can threaten the crop and livelihood of agricultural workers. California, especially, has suffered the brunt of the fire damage. In 2020, the state had 2.2 million acres burned, more than any other ...Read More
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