Photo credit: Thichaa Dr. Pepper Hernandez ND, Ph.D., CTC, CNHP in ECS and Naturopathic Medicine, is a cannabis therapy consultant, founder and education director of the Cannabis Holistic Institute. Growing my own cannabis is more than just a hobby for me—it’s a deeply empowering, healing, and regenerative act. In today’s world, where industrial agriculture and synthetic … [Read more...] about Growing Your Cannabis: A Regenerative Approach to Wellness and Self-Sufficiency
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An Award-Winning Breeder’s Tips on Growing Auto-Flowering Cannabis
Jouke Piepenbrink, pictured above at a Seed Stocker’s expo booth. Photos courtesy of Seed Stockers. The Emerald sat down with Seed Stocker’s Jouke Piepenbrink, who won the best seed bank award in 2022 at Canapa Mundi, and at Cannafest in Prague in 2023 and 2024. Piepenbrink breaks down auto-flower seeds, aka autos, and provides his best tips to help growers achieve the … [Read more...] about An Award-Winning Breeder’s Tips on Growing Auto-Flowering Cannabis
A Beginner’s Guide to Harvesting Indoor Cannabis Plants
An example of a small ratio of amber-colored trichomes on a leaf under a microscope. Photo by Seed Stockers. The countdown to harvest is easily one of the most exciting times for a grower. Planning ahead and knowing the signs to look out for will pay off massively when it comes down to the flavor, aroma, yield, and smoking experience. The Emerald breaks down the best way to … [Read more...] about A Beginner’s Guide to Harvesting Indoor Cannabis Plants
Tips and Tricks for Growing the Ultimate Auto-Flowering Cannabis Plants
A feminized BCN Critical XXL Autoflower. Photo credit: Seed Stockers. Auto-flowering cannabis plants, aka autos, are one of the easiest and most practical ways for a first-time grower to produce a high-quality crop. Below are all the different factors that novice growers should consider to achieve the best indoor and outdoor results using autos. These cannabis plants are … [Read more...] about Tips and Tricks for Growing the Ultimate Auto-Flowering Cannabis Plants
A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Cannabis Plants in the Vegetative Stage
Foliar spraying can help keep plants cool and keep transpiration to a minimum. Photo by Stoney Tark. As a beginner grower, it is important to have a true understanding and awareness of what to expect during the vegetative stage. This is when plants receive 18 hours of light and 6 hours of darkness, and focus on developing roots, stems, branches, and vibrant green foliage … [Read more...] about A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Cannabis Plants in the Vegetative Stage