Marijuana growers make mistakes, even those who have been cultivating weed for a while. These mistakes can often be avoided with a bit of knowledge. The following guide becomes of great help in achieving this goal.
Genetics
Always start with the best marijuana seeds. It may be tempting to grow a seed found in the buds and save money. Growers find they spend more in the long run because they devote time, money, and resources to growing the seed only to find the results are dismal. The anticipated bud traits may not be present, or the seed may be a male. Poor genetics lead to low-quality buds.
Great genetics help overcome grower mistakes, so always start with the best seed. Purchase the seeds from a reputable source, and avoid buying clones. They are often infested with pests that can spread throughout the grow area.
Watering
Growers often water their plants too often or provide them with more water than they can handle at one time. Overwatering starves the plant roots of oxygen, making them droopy. Too much water can actually kill the plants.
Place a finger in the soil up to the first knuckle. If it comes out dry, the plants need water. Plants grown in coco coir should only receive water every one to two days. The plant is overhydrated if the coco remains wet for three or more days. Again, the plant doesn’t need water if the top inch is wet.
Light
As a plant grows, its light requirements increase. Without this light, the buds remain small and airy. The bud amount produced corresponds to the light intensity as the plant grows. Intense LEDs produce amazing plants, even when they aren’t huge.
Nutritional Needs
Growers must know their plants’ nutritional requirements. Cannabis needs fewer nutrients than many other plants. When cannabis plants are overfed, they develop nutrient burn. While this won’t kill the plants, it will be visible. Brown tips indicate the plant has been overfed. However, brown or yellow edges on the leaves rather than the tips indicate a copper or potassium deficiency. Growers must know the different things that may afflict their plants and how to address each problem.
Growers should refer to the feeding schedule provided by the nutrient system to avoid overfeeding cannabis plants. Reduce the recommended dosage by half, and watch for nutritional deficiencies. They may also harm cannabis plants.
Monitor the plants and increase the dosage if they are pale or light green. Slow-growing plants may also be a sign they need more nutrients. Root pH determines which nutrients a plant can absorb. Hydroponics systems need a pH between 5.5 and 6.5, while soil needs a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Privacy
Marijuana growers need to keep their crops hidden, even in areas where cannabis is legal. The plants should not be visible, and others should not be able to smell them. Be considerate of others when growing and using cannabis while keeping cultivation a secret. Doing so reduces the risks of problems arising.
Follow this guide to avoid common problems marijuana growers experience. Furthermore, don’t harvest the plants too early. Many growers get excited and want to try their crops, so they harvest their marijuana before it is ready, and then they are disappointed. Wait until the pistils are dark and curl in. When they do, harvest and enjoy!
