Pay attention that growing marijuana may be subject to special restrictions and regulation in your country or state. Please contact your attorney to obtain advice before cultivating cannabis.
Disclaimer
Pay attention that growing marijuana may be subject to special restrictions and regulation in your country or state. Please contact your attorney to obtain advice before cultivating cannabis.
Growing cannabis outdoors is great because you can choose any strain for growing if you have a lot of sun. In addition, you can consult with growers about which strain to choose for your particular climate type. So, how to grow marijuana outdoors?
Why choose outdoor cultivation?
There are several reasons for this:
- Lower cost. By choosing to grow a plant outdoors, you provide marijuana with sun, warmth, and the air it needs. You will need pots, seeds, and fertilizers, but you may not need to spend on extra lamps and electricity.
- Bigger harvest. Growing outdoors will result in higher yields than what you get indoors. In addition, the plants feel freer and grow taller as indoor space is more closed and confined.
- Environmental friendliness. This type of growing is more natural and less energy-intensive. In addition, it allows you to enjoy the process fully and reconnect with nature.
What to consider when growing?
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Climate
Your area definitely has its weather patterns. This should be taken into account, as cannabis can be sensitive to such conditions, especially to strong temperature fluctuations. Constant temperatures below 55 Fahrenheit can negatively affect plants and lead to their death. Marijuana plants prefer warm temperatures. Precipitation can cause significant damage to plants, and excessive humidity will lead to the development of mold or diseases.
Sunlight
Weed requires 6 to 12 hours of daylight. Growing a plant in the shade is not a good option as marijuana needs direct sunlight. Also, the amount of light directly depends on the season. Therefore, you should not start growing cannabis during the fall and even more so in winter. On the other hand, it's a good idea to calculate the autumn time when the sun is getting smaller. Such a decrease in the dose of sunlight can trigger the cannabis flowering stage.
Privacy
There are a lot of thieves as well as curious neighbors, so it is worth fencing off your plants. A good option is to use a tall fence or bushes to hide the presence of the weed. Some state laws may also require plants to be hidden from the street.
Type of growing
Despite the general name of outdoor growing, several options for this type of planting are possible. Regardless of what you choose or come up with, it is worth understanding that cannabis plants grow up to 10 feet, and sometimes even more. Therefore, you need to consider plants’ height when planning the process.
So here are the most common growing areas:
- Garden. The most popular choice for growers and the most versatile option.
- The roof. This is the opportunity to get more light and arrange privacy, but the wind is stronger there.
- Balcony. It is necessary to make sure that the location of the balcony provides enough sunlight.
The soil
Usually, the soil consists of a mixture of rock residues, clay, and organic particles. Provide a little research on the type of soil in your region. In many cases, natural soil is not very nutritious. Often, growers provide an extra layer of specially fertilized soil or grow marijuana separately in pots. Gardeners should choose high-quality soil for their plants because the quality of the crop also depends on this. If you choose to grow cannabis outside, make sure to provide regular fertilization.
Final thoughts
Overall, there are many aspects to consider when growing marijuana. However, the most important thing is your time and effort. It will not be superfluous to constantly improve your knowledge in this area and be interested in the difference in the cultivation of various strains. This activity is not only enjoyable but also brings results (and yields!).
