It’s green, it’s sticky, and it’s worth $10. What is it? A sawbuck of weed! The term sawbuck is probably something you have encountered when making a purchase, but what does it mean? This article will discuss what a sawbuck of weed is, where it comes from, and how to use it! What is a […]
When making any purchase online, PayPal is often the most convenient way to send your money. It offers payment protection, password-protected access, no need to enter long card numbers and instant transfer to most accounts or businesses. PayPal is ideal for buying cannabis seeds, but most breeders and seed banks can’t accept it so finding […]
Cannabis plants produce trichomes and terpenes which can be extracted. Harvesting trichomes in a delicate manner can produce a high-grade hash, which is a concentrated version of a whole plant extract. How can you extract these and produce your own high-end extract? Where In The World? Morocco, India, Pakistan, Lebanon and the Rif Mountains are […]
Cloning means to create an exact genetic replica of a living material. During the cannabis plant’s life cycle there will be times when it will produce potentially hundreds of smaller growth shoots, which can be removed from the plant and left to root independently. Here are the benefits of cloning. When it should be done, […]
The term monster cropping seems to be quite a new technique and as the name suggests, enhances the growth of your plants. It is important to not get confused with a different high stress technique named super cropping as there are some subtle differences. What Is Monster Cropping? Monster Cropping is process that involves taking […]
When you hear the phrase “super cropping”, you immediately want to know more. This game changing technique is simply down to the breaking and healing of a branch. Below I explain what super cropping is, how it benefits your grow, what physically happens to the plants and when and how often to perform this technique. […]
Training cannabis plants during the vegetative stage is certainly one way to enhance production. Another way is through pruning, which is the art of removing selected lower growth in order to maximise the growth energy of the plant. Below I explain the advantages of pruning, why it is done, when it is done and how […]
Vaping has quickly grown in popularity. It has become an attractive pastime for both smokers and non-smokers. For those new to vaping you will find many different types of vaporizer. As vaporizers have improved in quality and become more widely available, people have come to realize their many benefits. They are discreet, can be portable, […]
Having a true understanding of how a specific cannabis strain grows can give you the edge when it comes to canopy control. The ability to manipulate the growth structure of your plants will have an impact on the number of flowering sites that are producing top heavy buds. This is how a SCROG setup works […]
When growing cannabis, there are a number of techniques that can be applied when shaping the growth structure of your plants. Below we cover a technique that was somewhat created by mistake and even given a name to remind us known as FIMMING. What Is FIMMING? To keep it as simple as possible, FIMMING means […]
There are many ways to train and manipulate your cannabis plants as they grow. Some of these methods are also used when training Bonsai. By physically changing the growth structure of a cannabis plant, a grower can improve the overall yield and quality of flower. Below I will explain the process of low stress training, […]
Growing weed is easy but growing top-shelf cannabis is a skill. Beginner growers may seem overwhelmed by the long list of fundamentals that a grower must abide by, so below is my 8 steps to growing your own bud: from seed to harvest. Step 1… Calculating Your Indoor Grow Space Not everyone has the privilege […]
As long as cannabis has been sold globally, its cost has varied from country to country, town to town and even supplier to supplier. However, never has there been a more turbulent time in its pricing than now. There are currently over thirty countries where medical use is legal and over thirty countries where recreational […]
When growing Cannabis the end goal is to produce a plant that is female and will produce flowers. Cannabis is a phototropic plant meaning that it responds to lighting cycles ranging from long summer days to short winter nights. This video shows Phototropism in action. Having the ability to identify if the plant or plants […]
What’s the difference between an eighth and a Henry? How much is a zip or a farmer’s daughter? Understanding weights and measures and how cannabis can be packaged is often a confusing muddle of fractions, grams and slang terms. Even if you’ve been buying cannabis for a while you may find yourself confused by strange […]
Buying marijuana seeds is a minefield. Finding a reliable seed bank that ships to you, has a good price and can take a card payment is far too difficult. That’s why I decided to come up with a list of the best seed banks and put them all in one place. What makes me qualified […]
The Germination Process Cannabis seeds can be stored in a dormant state for more than a decade if you can keep them cool, dry and in the dark. When you are ready to grow your seeds you must choose an appropriate method to introduce the correct conditions and begin germination. The introduction of warmth, light […]
Not having enough room to grow all of the seeds you have purchased or wanting to save favourite varieties for another season will leave you needing to store cannabis seeds. The incorrect storing of cannabis seeds can be costly to future yield and will reduce crop quality and quantity. That’s if they germinate at all. […]
Just like humans, cannabis plants have two dominant genders (though a third, hermaphrodite, is also possible). Like humans as well, the breeding process happens between a male and female plant. The female plant will produce dense and dank buds when it is not pollinated. If it is pollinated, it will still produce buds – though, […]
What Does Autoflowering Mean? Autoflowering seeds are a new wave especially for beginner growers. Let’s break down the word to distinguish its definition. Auto means self and flowering in the cannabis world means growing bud. This means that Autoflowering cannabis plants grow bud all by themselves. But don’t all cannabis plants do that? Well, yes […]
Growing your own cannabis is a rewarding experience in more ways than one, however it isn’t as easy as you might think. The first step is understanding the different types of seeds out there to make sure you choose the right ones for you. In this beginner’s guide, we will be looking at the types […]