Troubleshooting - SeedSupreme Blog
- December 19, 2022
Your cannabis crops have just finished vegging and suddenly experience a vertical growth spurt. Why? Is it normal? When do your plants stop stretching in flower?
This sudden growth is entirely normal and usually lasts for the first few weeks of blooming before bud development. Still, excessive stem growth can lead to structurally weak crops, lower-quality buds, and diminished yields; nobody wants that!
So how do you control the stretching during the blooming phase, and what other factors are at play? We’ve got all the answers you need for healthy, sturdy plants and the best possible harvests.
Ready? Let’s get started.
- December 13, 2022Have you noticed small, yellow spots on weed leaves? Is the lower foliage of your cannabis plants changing color, withering, and falling off? Septoria might be affecting your crops. It’s a harmful condition that affects the quality, size, and yield of your marijuana plants. There are various ways to treat and prevent this disease. Let’s take a look at how to treat leaf septoria.
- December 09, 2022Are your seedlings stretching and falling over? You might need to change how you’re caring for your precious plants. Stretching sounds like a great idea early in the morning; refreshing and satisfying. When marijuana crops lengthen, it’s not as good. If your seedlings extend in their early growth phase, issues can occur further down the line if left untreated. Read further to find out what causes this phenomenon and how to prevent and fix it. Let’s begin.
- December 06, 2022Are there such things as cannabis diseases? You might be surprised to discover that marijuana plants can have various infections. From fungi to viruses, weed crops can contract many diseases. It’s important to know if your crops are contaminated with pathogens to avoid lower yields and reduced quality. Continue reading to discover what diseases your plants can develop and their signs and symptoms.
- October 24, 2022
Do you suspect you have an overwatered weed plant? Excess hydration won’t make your crops glow. Instead, it hinders their growth and causes a variety of symptoms.
The signs of overwatering are similar to other cultivation problems, so it can be challenging to figure out the issue.
Luckily, we know how to tell the difference. If you keep reading, you will too. Learn more about the signs to look for and what to expect with an overwatered weed plant’s recovery.
Let’s get started.
- October 10, 2022Most cannabis growers face the risk of fungus problems, and bud rot on weed is one of them. Although it’s a serious issue that could damage crops and reduce yields, it’s possible to prevent and treat it. It’s essential to understand the nature of this disease and its causes so you can identify the symptoms early and take remedial action. Learn to treat the infection and apply prevention measures to enjoy a bountiful harvest of quality buds.
- August 10, 2022Did you know that a manganese deficiency in cannabis could harm your plants? Although this problem is uncommon in weed crops, it can potentially stunt their growth and reduce yields if left untreated.
- July 11, 2022Cannabis seeds not germinating can be a severe obstacle in your cultivation journey towards your dream plantation. So what can you do? Technically speaking, getting seeds to germinate or "pop" is a relatively simple process, albeit very important. Many new growers fail to overcome this first hurdle for many different reasons.
- July 08, 2022
Cannabis leaves turning yellow can throw any cultivator off-balance. Weed’s supposed to stay green or turn blue, pink, or purple—not a pale lemony shade! Why does the change of tone happen, and what can you do to solve it?
- July 05, 2022Do you know how to stop plants from growing tall? Are you aware of the reasons you should? Big, bushy weed is a bearer of good news, but skinny specimens aren’t. Besides reducing future yields, thin crops tumble sideways, burn against lights, and waste pricey nutrients. Call that a nuisance! What can you do about the sudden lankiness? Join us to learn about the causes of overstretching and discover how to keep your weed plants short.
- June 23, 2022Cultivating marijuana is an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Knowing how to increase terpenes in cannabis makes a big difference to the final results, creating a more pleasant-tasting bud. Enhancing these compounds provide your nugs with stronger aromas and flavor. When marijuana has a high terpene concentration, it also offers more potent effects.
- June 20, 2022Nutrient problems when growing marijuana cause serious issues for home growers. A cannabis phosphorus deficiency is tricky to identify and seriously affects the productivity of your crops. By learning about this problem, you can spot and identify cannabis phosphorus deficiencies early. Once you’re equipped with the knowledge to identify early warning signs, preventing major problems from occurring becomes much easier. Keep reading to learn what phosphorus deficiency in cannabis means for your plants. Find out how to identify symptoms, prevent the issue, and solutions to treat your plants.
- June 19, 2022Curled up, burned leaf tips and edges? Find out how to identify potassium deficiency in your weed, how to treat it, and what you can do to prevent it
- June 19, 2022Growing 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 deficiency is one of the most common among cultivators of all levels.
- June 18, 2022When your cannabis plant is in distress, it’ll show you. It will often do so by curling the tips of its leaves downward, giving them a claw-like appearance. This is the dre
- June 18, 2022Did you know that cannabis magnesium deficiency can harm your crops? You should be aware of this problem because you could lose lovely buds if it’s left unsolved. This compound is important for a plant’s survival as it’s necessary for photosynthesis. Without magnesium (mg), your plant can’t process sun rays and convert them into energy for its development, so no mg means no growth.
- June 16, 2022Are your marijuana plants starting to look like they're straight out of a horror movie? Cannabis leaves curling down may resemble witches' hands—but what happens when you don't identify and fix the problem is truly terrifying. Also known as clawing, due to the signature claw-like shape, cannabis leaves curling up or down signal several conditions requiring your immediate attention. Read on as we unpack the possible reasons and how to prevent and fix them.
- November 09, 2021A calcium deficiency in weed can spell disaster for your crops, especially if you grow indoors. It’s crucial for your marijuana plant’s health as it aids new growth and keeps its roots strong.
- November 09, 2021Cannabis zinc deficiency, or an overabundance of this nutrient, can lead to stunted growth and an abundance of other problems. However, many farmers often overlook zinc and other minerals and are then left to rue their ignorance.
- November 08, 2021Many people have no idea what the molybdenum nutrient (Mo) is. While it’s not commonly known, it plays a vital role in many aspects of life. Plants, animals, and even humans are dependent on it to stay healthy.