Cannabis Cultivation Guides

A calcium deficiency in weed shows up as big brownish blotches on new growth. Left unchecked, it weakens stems, stunts new leaves and cuts into bud density. Many growers conflate this problem with a cal-mag…

A potassium deficiency in plants can stunt vegetative growth, weaken stems, and quietly cut into yield if left uncorrected. It's one of the most common cannabis nutrient problems you'll run into - and…

Dark, spotted lower leaves and reddening stems usually point to one thing: a cannabis phosphorus deficiency. Phosphorus (P) is the macronutrient your plants burn through fastest in flowering, so a shortage…

Growing weed is an enjoyable journey. It’s easy to raise plants, and reaping the juicy buds at the end is the best part. Sometimes, we get faced with challenges along the way, though. A cannabis nitrogen…

Nutrient burn turns healthy cannabis leaves brown, crispy and sometimes clawed, usually starting on the tips. It happens when your plant takes in more fertilizer salt than its roots can handle. Cannabis…

Spider mites are one of the most common pests you'll find on cannabis plants, and often the most damaging, since many growers miss them until it’s too late. Left unchecked, they sap plant vigor, cut your…

Bud rot can turn your biggest cola into a brown, moldy mess within days, especially during humid flowering weeks. Also called botrytis or gray mold, this fungal disease hides inside dense buds until the…

Cannabis growth follows a predictable sequence of stages from seed activation through post-harvest curing. The main cannabis growth stages are germination, seedling, vegetative growth, pre-flower, flowering…

Cannabis is a plant genus that includes marijuana and hemp, and people use the term cannabis to describe the plant, its seeds, flower, resin, compounds, strains and related products. Beginner growers learn…

The cannabis seedling stage begins after a seed germinates and the young plant starts forming roots, cotyledons, and its first true leaves. During this stage, a weed seedling needs gentle light, careful…

Buying cannabis seeds works best when you start with a plan, not just a strain name. This weed seeds buying guide takes the decision one layer at a time, then points you to the right category, seed bank…

The main types of cannabis seeds are feminized seeds, autoflower seeds, regular seeds, photoperiod seeds and fast-flowering seeds. Each type reflects a different breeding attribute: sex probability, flowering…

Thrips are one of the sneakiest pests you'll find on cannabis plants. They're small, quick and easy to miss until the damage is already spreading. Left untreated, thrips on plants can stunt growth and…

Whether you buy cannabis commercially or grow your own at home, you’ll probably want to make the most of every scrap at your disposal. You’ve paid good money for your weed, so it simply makes sense to…

Rainbow Kush takes its name from the beautiful colours it produces and the plant matures. Often referred to simply as Rainbow, it’s a fantastically-balanced 50/50 hybrid that’s perfect for all occasions…

Is your grow op facing time or space constraints? You can LST autoflower plants to get photoperiod-tier yields while honoring the restrictions. Low-stress training is an easy and effective way to increase…

Photoperiod cannabis seeds grow into plants that flower in response to changes in light cycle. They are the classic seed type behind most cannabis cultivation, and they give growers direct control over…

Are you interested in growing cannabis or harvesting and finding unwanted seeds in your buds? Understanding male vs. female weed plants is essential in cultivating marijuana. Learning to spot the differences…