Basics

As most potting soils don’t provide adequate water drainage or retention for Cannabis off-the-shelf, it’s essential to prepare a mix that will promote growth and optimize yield. In this guide, we will walk through the basics of creating a compelling, versatile growing mix of common ingredients. Requirements for a good soil To meet all of…

Every living thing needs water, and cannabis is no exception. You don’t want to let the soil dry entirely out, but you don’t want to keep the medium saturated since this will prevent the roots from getting enough oxygen. Too much water and the plant will suffer root and nutrient problems and eventually fail. How…

Now that you have everything you need to grow cannabis, you need to get something actually to grow. You can start with seeds and germinate them, or you can get a clone – which is just a cutting from a female plant that has sprouted roots. Feminized or Regular? Marijuana is a dioecious plant, meaning…

Unless you are growing directly in the ground or are using a hydroponic setup, you will need to select suitable containers. The best approach is to keep small plants in small containers since they are easier to manage that way. As the plant gets older and larger, you will want to transplant them into larger…

In this guide, we will walk through lighting options, best practices, and schedules. There are several lighting options available to farmers these days and the right choice depends on your situation. At the end of the article, we break it down by type to help you find the perfect light. What makes a good light?…