Airflow might not be the first thing you consider when setting up a cannabis grow, but its significance is paramount. Proper airflow contributes to a thriving cannabis garden in numerous ways, ensuring not just plant health but also a robust yield. This article will delve deep into the importance of airflow, its role in preventing […]
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Water Curing Cannabis: Diving Deep into the Science and Methodology
I wrote a MUCH more extensive scientific paper style writeup on this, it can be found at https://cannafused.life/science/water-curing-in-cannabis-scientific-basis-chemical-transformations-and-comparisons/ Cannabis curing is an indispensable post-harvest step. While many are familiar with traditional air curing, an alternative known as water curing is making waves in the cannabis community. This article will delve into water curing, the science […]
Reading the Leaves: Identifying Nutrient Deficiencies in Cannabis
One of the most essential skills a cannabis cultivator can develop is the ability to identify nutrient deficiencies. Like a doctor reading symptoms to diagnose a condition, growers can often ascertain what’s lacking in their plant’s diet by simply observing its leaves and overall appearance. This article offers a guide on spotting and understanding common […]
Picking the Pot: A Timeline-Based Approach to Choosing Cannabis Pot Size
In cannabis cultivation, every decision has implications, and even seemingly minor details can have a significant impact on your yield. An essential yet often overlooked aspect of this cultivation equation is the pot size. Indeed, the container in which you cultivate your cannabis can notably influence its overall health and yield. By aligning your pot […]
Mastering SCROG: A Guide to Screen of Green Cannabis Cultivation at Home
For home growers seeking to maximize their cannabis yield in limited spaces, the Screen of Green (SCROG) technique is a game-changer. It involves using a screen to train the cannabis plants, ensuring they grow in a flat, even canopy. SCROG not only optimizes space but also light exposure, which can significantly boost your harvest. Let’s […]
Cannabis Cloning: Propagating Potency and Precision
In the realm of cannabis cultivation, cloning stands out as an efficient and precise method to ensure consistency in quality and yield. It’s a reproduction technique that sidesteps the unpredictability of seeds, offering growers a surefire way to continue a desired trait or strain. In this article, we’ll explore cannabis cloning and the various methods […]
The Nutrient Lifecycle of Cannabis: Feeding the Green Goddess
The cannabis plant, like any living organism, has a lifecycle with varying nutritional needs. Understanding the nutrient requirements during each phase of growth not only maximizes yield but also ensures a healthy and potent harvest. Let’s delve into the stages of cannabis’s life and its corresponding nutrient needs. 1. Seedling Stage The seedling stage is […]
Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) and its importance in Cannabis Cultivation
Vapor Pressure Deficit, commonly referred to as VPD, is a concept that every cannabis grower should familiarize themselves with, especially when the aim is to optimize plant growth and health. Here’s an in-depth look at VPD, how to calculate it, and its relevance in cannabis cultivation. What is Vapor Pressure Deficit? At the heart of […]
DLI – Daily Light Integral
What is DLI? DLI is one of those lesser known metrics, at least in the non-commercial cannabis sector. Daily Light Integral (Which uses a scale of 0-70) is how many moles of Photosynthetically Active Radiation (The spectrum used by your plants) are received by each square meter each day. In other words, how much PPFD […]
