18/6: Time normally associated with the vegetative stage of growth i.e. 18 hours of light to 6 of darkness. 12/12: Timing used to initiate the flowering stage of the plant i.e. 12 hours light to 12 hours darkness. Abiotic Stress: Non-living environmental factors such as frost, drought, excessive heat, etc. that can have harmful effects […]
How to Grow Weed: Basics Tutorial. Part 12. Advanced Growing
Now comes the exciting part. It is one thing to grow marijuana, it is another thing to grow A LOT of quality marijuana. Mastering the basics of marijuana growing will then allow you to begin considering some advanced marijuana growing techniques to increase yield, potency, genetics, and many other qualities of your cannabis bud cultivation. […]
When And How To Harvest Marijuana Plants. Part 11. A Step by Step Guide
Finally we have arrived! A bountiful harvest is the payoff for all the hard work, research, risk, and investment you put into your garden (not to mention the long, patient wait). A properly executed harvest is essential to ensure the highest quality cannabis. To help you out, here are the best american seed banks that work in […]
How to Grow Weed: Basics Tutorial. Part 10. Cannabis Maintenance
Table of ContentsCannabis Plant CarePlant SupportPlant Sickness, Stress, and PestsTraining CannabisPruningIn-Detail PruningToppingTraining/Pruning For a Lower ProfileThe Paperclip TechniqueFIMFIM Step-By-StepBushingBendingLow Stress Training (LST)Why LST WorksHow LST WorksLow Stress Training Step-By-StepAir LayeringAir Layering Step-By-StepSuper CroppingTie And Train Super Cropping Step-By-StepMonster CroppingCommon Growing MistakesThe Top 11 Most Common Growing Mistakes Cannabis Plant Care Growing marijuana isn’t as simple […]
How to Grow Weed Outdoors. Part 9. Step by Step Guide for Beginners (2020)
Table of ContentsGrowing Marijuana OutdoorsLight ExposureFrostCold Temperature Effects On Plants & VegetationWhens the best time to Grow?Starting IndoorsGuerilla GrowingChoosing A Grow SitePreparing Your Grow SpotPreparing SoilMaintenancePlanting Your SeedsWatering Your Outdoor PlantsSecurityPestsTying Down Outdoor PlantsThe Benefits of Tying Down:The ProcedureGreenhouse GrowingThe Advantages of Greenhouse GrowingThe Disadvantages of Greenhouse GrowingGreenhouse ConstructionFinal Words Growing Marijuana Outdoors To help […]
How to Set Up A Grow Room. Part 8. Best Grow Room Setup (2020)
Setting up an optimal growth environment for your cannabis is crucial for reaping a big potent harvest. Your plant’s healthy productive growth cycle is a direct result of the quality and care put into setting up your grow area, so take your time! Hydroponic gardens and soil gardens can both be set up outdoors, but […]
How to Grow Weed Hydroponically. Part 7. Step by Step Guide for Beginners
Table of ContentsGrowing Marijuana HydroponicallyHydroponic TasteHow Hydroponic Growing WorksChoosing Your Hydroponic Garden SystemFlood & Drain – Ebb & FlowNutrient Film TechniqueDrip Irrigation System aka “Top Feed”Deep Water Culture aka “The Bubbler”How To Start Marijuana Seeds In DWC SystemAutomatic Hydroponics Pots & Manual Hydroponics PotsAeroponicsGrowing the Stealth Hydro WayFinal ConsiderationsOxygenLightingGrowing MediumsHydroponic NutrientsNutrient RatioBest Ratios for Hydroponics […]
How to Clone Weed. Part 6. A Step by Step Guide for Beginners (2020)
Cannabis can be reproduced asexually or sexually. Asexual propagation is what is known as “taking cuttings” or “cloning”. Many growers take advantage of this awesome process known as cloning. Simply stated, the cloning process is when growth shoots or branches are removed from chosen donor plants and induced to form roots in a separate grow […]
How to Grow Weed: Basics Tutorial. Part 5. Growing With Soil
Table of ContentsGrowing With SoilContainersSpacingGrow MediumTextureAmendmentsSoilless MixesBackyard SoilTransplantingFeedingTransplanting Step-by-StepMaximizing Root Growth in Soil ContainersOxygenFertilizersGrowing OrganicChemical vs OrganicChemical NutrientsOrganic NutrientsNutrientsMicro-NutrientsOrganic Fertilizers NPK Values (and amounts to use)FeedingOrganic Fertilizer Super Grow TeaWorm CastingsWhy Worm Castings Are a Beneficial Soil Additive:Making Your Own Worm CastingsWhich Worm Species To UseWhat Compost To UseMaterials and Directions For Making Worm CastingsDirectionsMaintenanceHarvesting […]
How to Germinate Weed Seeds. Part 4. Step by Step Guide for Beginners
Table of ContentsGerminationTemperatureAirGerminating TechniquesSoakingGerminating In SoilPropagation Kits for Easy GerminatingPaper-Towel MethodGerminating Using The Peat Briquette MethodGerminating In Rockwool Step-By-StepFaster Germination With ScarificationHow Long Will it Take?Advanced Germination Procedure ExampleOnce Your Seed SproutsSeedlingTop 10 Reasons Your Seeds Wont GerminatePlanting SeedlingsTransplanting SeedlingsTemperatureLightingTappingWhen to Fertilize SeedlingsWhat to Look ForPurple StemsIncreasing Female Plants from SeedsPlant StressThe 9 Common Culprits […]
Best Digital Scales For Weed: Reviews (2020 Update)
You don’t have to deal weed to need a scale to measure it. Of course, if you live in a place where marijuana isn’t legal yet, getting busted with pot and a scale could up your charges to include intent to distribute. But let’s consider what’s essential about having a digital scale for your weed. […]
How to Grow Weed: Basics Tutorial. Part 3. Lighting
Table of ContentsThe Lighting SystemNatural Sunlight CycleBasics About LightWattageLumensLight SourcesFluorescent LightingCompact Fluorescent Lighting (CFL)LED LightingLED Grow Lights and Marijuana?High Intensity Discharge (HID) LightingMetal Halide(MH)High Pressure Sodium (HPS)Lighting Your PlantsBallastLight HangerBulb OrientationHanging Your Lamp/Reflector Step-By-StepLight PlacementOptimum Lamp HeightBulb Heat ProximityLight Bending/StretchingReflectorsBulbs Matching BallastsConversion BulbsReplacing BulbsElectricityConverting Watts to AmpsGround Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)Converting SocketsThe Cost To RunReducing […]
How to Grow Weed: Basics Tutorial. Part 2. Cannabis
Table of ContentsCannabisParts of the PlantSexingPre-FlowersMale or Female?HermaphroditeMethods to Determine SexDetermining Plant SexStages of GrowthMarijuana Grows In StagesGerminationSeedling PhaseVegetative GrowthLightingWateringFeedingPre-FloweringWhen to start Flowering?FloweringFeedingSupplements12/12 Lighting Schedule for Initiating FloweringComplete DarknessQuick FloweringSeedsFlowering Timeline Cannabis Cannabis plants begin as tiny little sprouts and eventually, toward the end of their flowering cycle, they fill out into a Christmas Tree-like […]
Best Seed Banks That Ship To USA: 420 Seed Bank Reviews (2020 Update)
With the legalization of both medical and recreational marijuana in many states in the U.S., it cannot be denied that there has been an increase in the number of people who are interested in growing weed in their own homes. Provided that you live in a place where the latter is allowed, it is important […]
How to Grow Weed: Basics Tutorial. Part 1. Marijuana Basics
Table of ContentsGrowing MarijuanaMarijuanaPositive Effects of Marijuana:Neutral Effects of Marijuana:Negative Effects of Marijuana:Using MarijuanaWhat Gets You HighTHC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)CBD (Cannabidiol)Why Grow Indoors?Why Grow Outdoors?What is better – Hydroponics or Soil?StrainsSo first things first, what exactly does the term “strain” mean?Cannabis IndicaCannabis SativaChoosing Your Cannabis StrainIndoor vs Outdoor Cannabis Seed StrainsHeightPotencyYieldsFlowering TimesGrowing Near The EquatorGreat Choices for […]
The Unspoken Social Rules of Smoking Weed
Smoking is a great thing. It brings people together and helps them to bond while they are in a “higher” state of consciousness. However, certain unspoken social rules do exist whenever people get together for a good old Ganja sesh. Oftentimes the faux pas of a newbie smoker can unknowingly ruin everyone else’s high. For […]
Build Your Own Homemade Smoking Devices: Step-by-Step Guide
This awesome little do-it-yourself guide contains blueprints, ideas, and instructions for building over 114+ AWESOME pipes and bongs using simple household items. Some of the ideas you’ll get from this post will BLOW YOU AWAY! Featuring fully illustrated step-by-step instructions for making your own homemade smoking devices has never been any easier. Table of ContentsBest […]
Cannabis Nutrients: Best Soil Nutrients for Weed on 2020
Whether you’re a beginner in growing cannabis or you’ve been growing for a long time, you will want to find the best nutrients for your plants. Certain nutrients are made for soil while others are made for hydroponic growing. Make sure you’re selecting the right kind. Also, be aware that giving your plant the right […]
Viparspectra Reviews (2020): Are These LED Grow Lights Worth It?
If you have been looking into growing cannabis, or you already have a cannabis growing operation, then it’s very likely that you’ve heard of Viparspectra. They supply LED grow lights and are popular among beginner to intermediate growers. Table of ContentsShould I be using LED grow lights?What makes Viparspectra such a popular option?The reflector series […]
Best DWC System (Deep Water Culture): Reviews (2020 Update)
If you are looking to start out growing your own cannabis, or if you already have a small plant growing and are looking to expand your operation, you would do well in investing in a Deep Water Culture (DWC) system. This allows you to supply your plants with water and nutrients at a controlled rate […]