Author: Jason Bird

[ad_1] Nutrient lockout is a fairly common problem in indoor cannabis cultivation due to the use of fertilizers containing nutrient salts. Excess nutrient salts can accumulate in the growing medium, leading to fluctuations in pH, nutrient levels, and nutrient availability. When this occurs, a plant cannot absorb the necessary nutrients from its growing medium. The resulting nutrient deficiencies will severely hinder plant growth and development. It can even result in plant death. Thus, Growers must temporarily stop plant feeding in favor of flushing out the medium to restore balance. However, this can slow overall growth and cause further delays in plant development.Let’s…

[ad_1] To cultivate cannabis successfully, your plants need to have the right environmental conditions. Good air circulation around your plants is one of the most critical factors affecting their overall health. This is especially true indoors, where small problems can quickly turn ugly.While it’s important to provide good air movement all around your plants, you can actually harm them by giving them too much direct air. This will cause a condition called cannabis wind burn. Let’s discuss cannabis wind burn and the ways to prevent it.What is wind burn?Wind burn is caused by the forceful movement of air directly on…

[ad_1] Fast-flowering strains combine photoperiod genetics with autoflowering genetics. They have been engineered to grow and mature faster than traditional cannabis plants. This means quicker harvests and increased yields compared to autoflower strains. Fast flowering strain yields can match those of photoperiod cannabis varieties.Understanding fast flowering weed and how it differs from established photoperiod and autoflower cultivars is key for growers of any level. This article’ll dive deeper into these differences, how fast-flowering cultivars are made, and their added benefits.ILGM has seeds on offer regularly! Sign up below to stay posted on the latest deals.The difference between fast-flowering and autoflowersThe…

[ad_1] Cannabis plants need adequate hydration to thrive and achieve maximum yield. When grown in an ideal environment, you’ll see just how thirsty they can get. Your cannabis plants need water and naturally consume a lot of it –  especially photos. Remember, they’re made of 80% water!Keeping cannabis plants properly hydrated in optimal growing conditions can be a challenging and time-consuming task. Often, plants grown in pots require daily hydration, which can be a chore. This is where an automatic watering system for growing marijuana can make a big difference.What is an automatic watering system?An automatic or automated watering system,…