With cannabis being legal in more states, many people are interested in trying to grow it on their own. While it’s not the hardest plant to grow, it is important to make sure it’s done right to have a higher chance of success. Those who want to grow should use the following tips and information to make sure they’re ready to get started.
Pick Out the Right Seeds
The first step when growing your own cannabis plants is to choose the right seeds. There are three main types of seeds available: regular, feminized, and autoflowering. Regular seeds are the least expensive, basic seeds that produce male and female plants. Feminized are a little more expensive, but they only grow female plants. Autoflowering can be a little more expensive, but they’re easier to grow because they only produce female plants and will start flowering automatically without having to adjust the light schedule. From there, the next step is to pick the right strain based on desired taste and effects.
Create a Space for Growing
While waiting for the seeds to arrive, it’s time to set up the growing space. This can be as simple or complex as desired, as long as it meets the basic needs of the plants. Ideally, there’s a space for the plants with a growing medium for them to grow in and lights to help make sure they get enough throughout the day. Some growers will take this further to make sure the plants are able to grow as much as possible by adding in other items or new technology.
Plant the Seeds
When the space is ready and the seeds arrive, it’s time to plant them. Those who are growing indoors can do this any time of the year, while those growing outdoors will want to make sure it’s the right time to plant. There are many different ways to start the seeds to encourage them to grow. It should be possible to see the seeds starting to sprout in just a few days, but it can take a little longer depending on the method used. Once the seeds have sprouted, they can be transplanted into the growing medium. Those who purchase regular seeds will want to keep an eye on the plants and remove any male plants as soon as they’re detectable.
Harvest the Buds
The plants will continue to grow larger over time. For regular or feminized seeds, it will be necessary to track the growth to know when to switch the lights to a different schedule to encourage the plants to flower. Autoflowering seeds will start to flower at the right time regardless of the light schedule. After the plants start to flower, it’s time to harvest. Pay attention to the plant’s growth to know when to pick the buds from it. After they’re picked, they can be dried out and will be ready to use soon.
If growing cannabis is legal in your area and you’d like to give it a try, start by purchasing the best quality seeds. This increases the chance for them to grow properly and can help to improve your harvest. From there, follow the steps here to start growing marijuana and get a better harvest at the end of the growing season.