When you initially begin in the cannabis industry as a marijuana grower, the term 'flushing' is something that may not be as familiar to you as it would for an experienced person. And don't worry; 'flushing' is not like you do when you use the toilet. It is a system that cannabis growers use to when they discontinue the feeding of nutrients to their marijuana plants. In that case, the grower will only give water to the marijuana plants. It is an easy process as it sounds. But, the grower has to know exactly when to flush as well as how frequently. And this is a skill that growers have to refine. Let's now look at when this flushing should take place.
The Time For Flushing
Flushing your marijuana plants should be done on three main instances namely:
When nutrient is locked out ...
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Marijuana Storage and Mold Prevention
Whether you are going to cure, dry, store or preserve your weed or cannabis products, you must have the right solution to maintain freshness, taste, potency and the quality of your weed. Good marijuana storage is important to making sure that your cannabis products and buds are up to par. Gone are those days when people used to use plastic bags as storage. However, even though, packaging has been improved to maintain freshness, there are other things to consider and one of those things is mold.
The Results
If mold should attack your marijuana buds, it could destroy the entire harvest. It can also threaten the health of the marijuana and because of this threaten the health of the person smoking the weed. Yes, mold can be dangerous to the health of yourself and the weed. What are those ...
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The Essential Parts of the Cannabis Plant
When you are assessing a marijuana bud, it is easy to notice that there is a complicated knotting around the plant, which shows that there are different parts to the cannabis plant. You will notice sugary crystals, orange hairs, chunky, thick knobs, which are surrounded by small leaves. However, what is the precise formation of the cannabis plant and how does it function? These are the questions, we aim to answer here. The marijuana anatomy is complex. Our aim is to help you become familiar with the cannabis plant in as simple as a format as possible. Let us first look at the male plant and the female plant.
Male and Female Plants
The cannabis plant is male, female or both, which is known as hermaphrodite. But, if you look in your stash jar, you should find the female flowers. The ...
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Marijuana Effect on Sleep
Marijuana can be quite the appropriate solution and proven sleep aid that you need to combat insomnia and get good sleep when you need it. What is the marijuana effect on sleep? You could ask cannabis enthusiasts or medical cannabis patients with sleep problems or suffering from insomnia. Many people are experiencing the marijuana effect on their sleep while others are still suffering from insomnia. With a good indica strain, your sleep problems could be a thing of the past. Indica strains have a sedating effect unlike sativa, which gives the user an euphoric feeling. In addition, when the marijuana bud is drier, it has an improved effect on sleep. Let's take a closer look at the intricacies of the marijuana effect on sleep.
Difference between THC and CBD
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Detecting and Fixing Marijuana Bud Issues
When you are a marijuana grower, you could have issues with your marijuana bud. Some of things involve cannabis bud rot. It is easy to notice this. One tricky part is making the observation sooner rather than later, prior to having any damages done to your marijuana plant and its buds. In other words, you want to find out about your marijuana bud issues so that you can save the entire plant. You can look for specific symptoms that will result in saving your marijuana bud from rotting.
The Cause
Rotting of a marijuana bud may begin at the newer stems of the cannabis plants. This is especially so of plants that often comes in contact with soil. In such situation, the soil causes the stems to soften and then the stems will show a discoloration. This will eventually result in weakening ...
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Clues For Extended Cannabis Shelf Life
Clues for Extended Cannabis Shelf Life
Usually cannabis has an indefinite life on the shelf. However, you have to maintain some specific conditions for this to occur. For extended cannabis shelf life, the weed must be handled correctly. In other words, the harvest cycle and growth procedure must be carefully managed. In addition, the cannabis must be stored properly. Once you meet the specific conditions, you will have fresh cannabis on your hands for your users and you could enjoy your favorite marijuana strain for ten years down the road as it continues to maintain its quality.
The Unfortunate
Unfortunately, many cannabis growers do not cultivate their crop with extended cannabis shelf life in mind. Consumers are unable to control the outcome of the cannabis quality and so it is ...
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A Comparison between Cannabis Seeds and Clones
Most indoor cannabis growers use clones, which are rooted cuttings with identical genetics to the marijuana plant that it is derived from. Outdoor cannabis growers prefer to use cannabis seeds. There are pros and cons to both of these options. Let’s take a closer look.
The Mother Plant
To clone a plant, the mother plant is needed. The mother plant should be kept under light between sixteen and twenty four hours each day. This is a good prevention method to avoid flowering. You can also buy clones at your local dispensary. When you use a mother plant for cloning, it means that you will have the ability to produce the best quality marijuana bud. Be aware that your clones are female plants with similar characteristics. You ...
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