Cannabis Pests – Introduction Id’ing pests on cannabis first time is vital. Making a mistake can lead to longer remedial time, making your problem worse. So to ensure you get it right the first time, we’ve put together this simple guide on id’ing some of the usual pests found on Read more…
What is a Nutrient Stock Solution? Nutrient stock solutions are made from dissolving dry fertiliser powders in water at a high concentration. These concentrated nutrient stock solutions are then used to mix tanks and feeds for plants. Nutrient stock solutions are also how dry nutrient powders can be used with Read more…
Hydroponics, the term given to the cultivation of plants through fertigation in an inert growing medium. Hydroponics relies on the nutrient solution to provide all the food plants need to grow and bear fruit. There are countless different methods of hydroponics and at times it’s hard to keep up with Read more…
As South Africa’s fresh cannabis industry explodes, in-direct opportunities within this area are growing. What were once considered semi-normal professions, now find themselves working with; and doing well in this very exciting sphere of green, including roles like the nug photographer. Content creation of various kinds form a large part Read more…
Using predatory mites for cannabis is a great way to control pests in the grow room. Previously only within reach of large agricultural food producers, beneficial insects are now a reality for smaller, craft cultivators of cannabis. Like warriors to war, they create panic among pests when released and watching Read more…
Making cannabis clones for yourself is easy, light on the wallet and fun. Here’s our guide on how to clone cannabis. By the end of it, and with a bit of practice, you’l be teaching your mates how to clone cannabis. What Is Cloning? Cloning is the process of propagating, Read more…
Powdery Mildew, or PM for short, is a fungal disease. It causes the growth of mycelium (fungal strands / threads / mould) on the surface of leaves, stems, fruits and flowers. PM can be a grim foe but an old saying goes “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound Read more…
Choosing the right extractor fan for a grow is so important and so easy at the same time. Providing your plants with fresh air constantly is a must for growing quality cannabis. Plants use carbon dioxide and expire oxygen during the day. At night, they use oxygen and expire carbon Read more…
So you’ve decided to cultivate your own cannabis for the first time? It’s a great decision! You’ll know everything about the bud you’re consuming, how it was grown and what products if any were used on it. Flower obtained from unreliable sources can be tainted with many impurities. Those that Read more…
So you’ve gotten hold of some cannabis seeds and want to make sure they all pop? Seeds are expensive and having them all germinate is achievable, provided they were bred and stored correctly. There are various methods of germination that different cultivators will swear by, from pre soak solutions to Read more…
