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How long does a full cannabis grow take?
Autoflowers: 8-12 weeks seed to harvest. Photoperiods: 3-6 months depending on veg time. Quick breakdown: germination (3-7 days), seedling (1-2 weeks), veg (2-8 weeks), flower…
Can I grow 2 different strains in the same tent?
Yes! But be aware they may grow at different rates and heights. Use LST to keep the canopy even. The main challenge is feeding — if one strain needs more nutrients than the…
What are "fan leaves" and should I remove them?
Fan leaves are the big solar panels that power the plant. Don't remove them unless they're blocking bud sites that can't be repositioned by tucking or training. Light defoliation…
Is smell really a problem with indoor growing?
YES. Cannabis in flower smells STRONG — your whole house/apartment will reek without a carbon filter. Get an inline fan + carbon filter from day 1. AC Infinity makes the best…
How many hours of light do cannabis plants need?
Seedling/Veg: 18 hours on, 6 hours off (18/6). Flower (photoperiods): 12 on, 12 off (12/12). Autoflowers: 18/6 or 20/4 throughout entire grow — they flower automatically…
Do autoflowers need nutrients? Or just soil?
In pre-amended soil like Fox Farm, autos need minimal to no added nutrients for the first 3-4 weeks. After that, a light feed at half strength is usually enough. Autoflowers are…
Best time to water cannabis plants — morning or night?
Water when lights first come on. This gives the plant the whole light period to use the water. Watering before lights off can lead to sitting in wet soil all night, which…
Why did my seedling stop growing? 2 weeks old and stalled
Most common causes: overwatering (let soil dry between waterings), cold temperatures (below 68°F slows growth), root bound in tiny starter pot (transplant to bigger container),…
What's the difference between indica and sativa growth patterns?
Indicas grow short, bushy, and wide with fat leaves. Sativas grow tall, lanky, and stretchy with thin leaves. Hybrids are somewhere in between. For small tents, indicas or…
Can I use tap water for cannabis?
Yes, but check the pH first (should be 6.0-6.8 for soil). If your tap has chlorine, let it sit out 24 hours. If you have well water, test the PPM/EC — very hard water can cause…
What temperature should my grow tent be?
During veg: 72-82°F with lights on, 65-72°F lights off. During flower: 68-78°F lights on, 60-70°F lights off. Slightly cooler temps in late flower can bring out purple colors in…
How do I know when my soil is dry enough to water?
Stick your finger an inch into the soil. If it's dry, water. If moist, wait. Or lift the pot — heavy means wet, light means time to water. The lift test is the most reliable…
Is growing cannabis hard? Honest answers please
I want to grow but I'm nervous about messing up and wasting money. Be honest — is it actually hard or are people overcomplicating it?
Male vs female plants — how do I tell the difference?
I'm growing regular seeds (not feminized) and I need to identify males before they pollinate my females. What do male plants look like? When can I tell?
What does "curing" mean and is it really necessary?
Harvested my first plant and someone told me I need to "cure" it in jars for weeks. Can't I just dry it and smoke it? What's the point of curing?
How much does it cost to grow one cannabis plant indoors?
Trying to figure out if growing is actually worth it financially. What's the real cost breakdown for one plant from seed to harvest? Including electricity.
Why are the tips of my leaves turning brown and crispy?
My plant is 3 weeks old and the very tips of the leaves are starting to turn brown/yellow and feel crispy. The rest of the leaf looks green and healthy. What's happening?
Can I grow cannabis with just sunlight through a window?
I live in an apartment and can't set up a tent. My south-facing window gets about 5-6 hours of direct sunlight. Can I grow a plant there or do I absolutely need a grow light?
Do I need nutrients in the first week of growing?
Just planted my seed in Fox Farm Ocean Forest soil. Do I start feeding nutrients right away or wait? I bought the Fox Farm trio but don't want to burn my baby plant.
When should I switch from veg to flower? First photoperiod grow
Growing Girl Scout Cookies photoperiod in a 3x3 tent. She's been vegging for 4 weeks and is about 14 inches tall. When do I flip to 12/12? How tall will she get after the flip?