Growing Cannabis
All That You Should Know About Ideal Environmental Conditions for Growing Cannabis
Medical cannabis plant need certain environmental conditions to survive. The factors could be humidity, temperature, light and overall air quality. These factors vary as per the seed type, growing conditions, cannabis strains preference, as well as stage of growth.
The selection of the pot seeds plays a major role in giving the best possible yield; it’s crucial to select the best quality strains from a reputable seed bank. It’s suggested to research the strains, read the label, and look for the ideal environmental conditions on the seed’s website. The medical cannabis registry is a statewide, confidential program, which allows patients with debilitating, qualifying health conditions, to receive medical card for legal access. Such cards are valid in Colorado and few other states where medical marijuana has already been legalized.
Factors That Affect the Growth of Cannabis Plants
Overall, adequate light, humidity, temperature, and air quality play important role in the overall health of cannabis plants. The environmental conditions of producing medical cannabis continue to increase across the world. Huge investment in medical cannabis production and distribution has created ‘gold rush’ circumstances in some regions.
Choosing the Right Season for Cultivation
These medical plants recognize seasons and produce buds in certain seasons. If the chosen seed grows well indoors, you need to take care of air quality and air circulation along with humidity and temperature of the room. The right lighting prevents mold or mildew formation.
Understanding the Ideal Temperature Range for Indoor Cultivation
Medical cannabis seeds cultivating at constant temperature are most likely to grow thicker and stronger stems and often have denser buds than seeds kept under inconsistent temperatures. The right temperature and environmental factors can influence the gender of the plant and if grown under precise conditions, the chances of producing female plants are more.
Most medical cannabis cultivate best at temperature ranging from 20 to 28 degree Celsius, keeping humidity level at 80 percent. Though it differs by a couple of degreesfor specific strains, the best suited would be 25. It’s suggested to make use of CFL, T-5 or any fluorescent light for germination. The recommended hour of light is 18/6, though some need light throughout the day (24 hours).
Ideal Temperature Range forOutdoor Cultivation
It’s quite hard to grow medical cannabis in outdoor conditions, as strains need a long season with predictable rainfall and warm temperature. In regions with cold nighttime temperature, plants may not bud faster and stronger outdoors. Meanwhile, desert regions should be protected from scorching heat and often supplied with water.
Desired Vegetative Growth Conditions
Under vegetative growth condition, the seed prefers temperatures in the range of 20 - 28 degrees. Recommended light variesin the range of 400-600 watt/sq-m with high sodium pressure or metal halide lights.
MH and HPS lights suit different types of growth. Most regions that allow outdoor medical cannabis plantsrequire certain containment efforts like locked doors and fences. Though it’s quite difficult to accomplish, it can grow up to 5-feet or more.
Local Regulations
The local requirement and regulations to be checked include
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Roofed, secured structure
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Outdoor garden covered by 6-feet fence
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Outbuilding that isn’t a greenhouse or dwelling
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Audible alarm system
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Cost variables for cultivating environments
Indoor cultivation requires pots, soil, lights, fertilizer, and water system.
