Alicia Muzio 
TL;DR: There is no universal ideal EC for cannabis. The optimal nutrient strength changes as plants grow and varies with soil, coco, hydroponics, lighting, and climate. Understanding how to interpret feed and runoff EC helps you make better nutrient decisions than simply chasing a specific number. If you’re not familiar with electrical conductivity (EC), start … Read more
TL;DR: EC (Electrical Conductivity) is a practical way to estimate nutrient strength in cannabis cultivation by measuring the concentration of dissolved mineral salts in water and the root zone. While it does not identify specific nutrients, it helps growers avoid both underfeeding and overfeeding. Understanding EC, alongside pH, allows growers to interpret nutrient availability more accurately, … Read more
Understanding pH is one of the most important basic skills for beginner cannabis growers. In cannabis cultivation, pH determines whether nutrients in the growing medium or nutrient solution are actually available to the plant. Even when a nutrient solution contains all the required elements, plants may struggle to absorb them if the pH falls outside … Read more
Growers measure the EC of their container media to estimate whether the plants are receiving an adequate amount of fertilizer salts, and they measure pH to determine whether the nutrients present in the medium are in a form that roots can easily absorb. Understanding what happens in the root zone is essential for healthy plant … Read more
Understanding and managing pH and EC is key to growing healthy cannabis plants. pH is a measure of how acidic or alkaline a solution is, and it determines how well the plant can absorb nutrients from water and the growing medium. Even if nutrients are present, the plant cannot absorb them efficiently if the pH … Read more
This article covers the best calcium sources for cannabis growing and how to choose the correct one based on your setup and goals, whether you’re growing in soil, peat, coco coir, or hydroponics. TL;DR: Why cannabis plants need calcium throughout the grow cycle Calcium is a crucial secondary nutrient in cannabis cultivation. It helps plants … Read more
This Growing Guide helps growers identify calcium deficiency and toxicity in cannabis plants, explaining their causes and providing effective solutions. Calcium’s role in cannabis plants Calcium helps build strong cell walls, supports important plant processes, and makes plants more stress-resistant. Calcium also plays a crucial role in pistil development during flowering. Without enough calcium, pistil … Read more
Potassium deficiency and toxicity are common issues in cannabis cultivation that can significantly affect plant health and yield. In this article, we’ll explore the signs and causes of these imbalances, how to identify them early, and effective strategies for managing potassium levels to ensure robust, thriving plants. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grower, … Read more
Importance of phosphorus for root development and flower production Phosphorus is essential for plant growth and flower development, but using the right amount at the right time makes all the difference. Phosphorus deficiency can cause serious issues in cannabis plants and phosphorus excess can cause damage too. In this guide, we’ll dive into the role … Read more
Nitrogen deficiency in cannabis is one of the most common problems when growing, especially for beginners. This is because nitrogen is one of the main essential elements plants need. This growing guide focuses on nitrogen for cannabis plants, nitrogen deficiency and toxicity, their causes, and how to fix them. This guide is part of a … Read more
Choosing the best lights for growing cannabis and selecting the right system tailored to your specific needs is essential for successful growth. This decision depends on several key factors, including light spectrum and intensity, energy efficiency, heat management, coverage area, durability, lifespan, and of course, your budget. This guide will walk you through the most … Read more
If you’re looking to optimize your indoor cannabis cultivation practices, then understanding the role of lighting is key. As light is the primary source of energy for plant photosynthesis, it plays a vital role in the growth, development, and overall health of cannabis plants. By understanding the importance of lighting and its impact on plant … Read more
Fungi species can affect the cultivation of cannabis plants in many ways. Harmful fungi species can cause serious problems for cannabis plants. These fungi can infect the plants and cause diseases, leading to reduced growth, yield, and low quality of the final product. The fungi species that are considered harmful are the ones that rot, … Read more
Many organisms are associated with Cannabis crops, some of them are beneficial and some are harmful to the plant. Those organisms considered harmful to the plant are also called pests. Spider mites, thrips, fungus gnats, and aphids are some of the most common insect and arachnid “bug” pests in indoor marijuana crops. In this article, … Read more
What is a pest? In Cannabis growing, pests are all those organisms capable of harming or destructing plants. Pests that attack Cannabis plants include insects, fungi, nematodes, bacteria, and viruses, among others. Learn which are the most common pests found in Cannabis indoor crops and how to prevent them. Keep bugs off plants without pesticides! … Read more
Content updated in August 2022 In this growing guide, learn the basics of Cannabis plant nutrients to start growing. For example, how to read nutrient labels, what is NPK, and when to switch to bloom nutrients. We’ll start with one of the easiest ways to grow cannabis at home: plants in containers or pots with … Read more
Partnered with: Seedstockers When speaking about Cannabis seeds we always think about their genetics, White Widow, Haze, AK 47, but what is cannabis genetics? How is a high-yielding strain bred? To explain it in an introductory way, Cannabis genetics dictates the characteristics that the plant will have, such as size and growth time, but also … Read more
Learn how to harvest a Cannabis plant, dry and cure your buds. When to harvest and how to set a drying space. Avoid common mistakes and enjoy a good yield.
Cannabis flowering stage: a guide for beginners In this article, you can find information about Cannabis flowering, week by week, with photos and pictures. The flowering stage in Cannabis plants is the period when plants grow their buds. After some weeks of vegetative growth, Cannabis plants will be able to flower when the photoperiod switches. … Read more
Cannabis: How to tell if your plant is male or female before flowering! First signs of flowering stage and early signs of hermie plants.
In this article, you’ll learn about the vegetative stage length and needs, early signs of male and female plants, and growing requirements indoors and outdoors.
Cannabis seedling likes relatively moist conditions, but beware not to drown it. Temperatures should remain warm and lights should be placed near it and moved up as the plant grows. Finally, a Cannabis seedling needs little amounts of nutrients and their needs will grow as the plant gets bigger and stronger.
Last updated in February 2024 In this guide, you’ll learn step by step how to germinate with the paper towel method, as it requires simple equipment and has a high rate of germination. How to germinate marijuana seeds indoors step by step, what you need to start, how to store your seeds, and tips to … Read more
Content updated in August 2023 In this article, you will learn about the Cannabis plant life cycle, divided into stages week by week. You will find information about the plant’s growth at each stage, some of the plant’s basic needs, and what to watch out for! Learn how to grow weed from seed to harvest! … Read more
Here are a checklist and a brief explanation of each item needed to start growing Cannabis at home. Once you’ve got these, you can grow weed at home, even if you’ve never done it before.
In this first article, you’ll find information about the Cannabis plant’s cycle, reproduction, and growing requirements. It’s an overview of the Marijuana growth, from seed to harvest.