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.
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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.
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Growing cannabis is a responsibility. It is also very important to know the differences in Sativa VS Indica growing. Indica and Sativa look similar but have distinctive features. Each species has its disease and stamina. Also, different strains have different cultivation difficulties. Therefore, it is worth reading this guide before making the final selection of a growing strain.
Sativa is exactly the type of choice for clients when they want to experience a burst of energy. Its effects are focused precisely on the action on the brain. Some strains just cause head buzz and a little arousal. However, this marijuana also stimulates creativity and focus. It is much easier to cope with daily tasks, as well as dreary and boring work.
This type of high is best suited for daytime use because it will interfere with sleep.
Among other things, Sativa often increases a person's sensory perception as well as a sense of alertness. People with a predisposition to paranoia should be very careful when using this cannabis.
Sativa also has terpenes that affect the effect and flavor of the strain. For example:
- Caryophyllene. Gives a pungent taste and can also be found in edible plants such as oregano. Helps in the treatment of anxiety and depression.
- Limonene. Responsible for citrus flavors. It is used for weight loss and also helps prevent cancer.
- Pinene. The same taste as pine needles. Has anti-inflammatory effects. Improves memory and boosts energy.
Sativa was discovered before Indica and was believed to be the only possible type of cannabis. It was common in the regions of Mexico, Thailand, Colombia, and Southeast Asia. Since the temperature in such regions was quite high, the plant adapted, becoming tall and capable of storing water. Therefore, this species needs a hot and humid climate that will allow cannabis to develop its resistance to adversity. These conditions help the plant to be resistant to mold and pesticides.
Sativa leaves are also easy to distinguish from Indica leaves as they are:
- Thinner,
- Longer,
- Have light green color.
Sativa is probably not the best type of cannabis if you are new to growing, as their high growth can be challenging. This plant can grow to over 2 meters in height. It also tends to produce a lower yield per plant than the Indica. Moreover, Sativa takes about 10 to 16 weeks to bloom, which is considered quite a long time, although initially, the plant grows rather quickly.
However, there is a way to tame the growth of Sativa a little. It's called the screen of green technique. Thus, you need to use the mesh to create a dense canopy of buds. This will optimize space and yield. This method is suitable for those who already have experience in growing these plants.
We also want to offer you the most popular cultivation Sativa strains:
- Strawberry Cough. It is very easy to grow cannabis. Users love it for the vividness of the effects and the sweet berry-floral flavor. This Sativa is good for distraction, but it shouldn't be used for work. The flowering time takes approximately 10 weeks.
- Durban Poison. Extremely potent strain with THC levels up to 26%. This kind of marijuana is not suitable for beginners. In cultivation, it is of average complexity. It is best to use the hydroponic technique while growing. Low yields with a flowering time of about 11-12 weeks.
- Sour Diesel. This cannabis also has fairly high THC levels up to 26% of the content. This strain is widely known and is already considered a classic. However, its diesel-citrusy flavor can turn off newbies. Also, this marijuana is difficult to grow. This plant is weak to powdery mildew. Its flowering time is approximately 10 weeks and this kush gives off a strong odor.
- Amnesia Haze. It is considered a difficult Sativa to grow. However, growers who manage to master this plant get a bouquet of citrus and floral aromas, as well as good euphoric effects.
Indica
Indica, in turn, has more soothing properties. This cannabis acts mostly on the body, relaxing it. Especially strong Indica varieties can chain a person to the couch. Besides, it induces appetite, which helps people with eating disorders. Indica is also used as a pain reliever and is a good way to sleep. That is why this marijuana is used mainly in the evening or at night.
The weed has such effects precisely because of the terpene profile, which is characterized by:
- Camphene. Exudes the smell of woods and trees. Has antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Myrcene. Earthy taste with hints of fruit. Works as a sedative and relaxes muscles.
- Linalool. A floral aroma with a pungent finish. It slows down movement and is also involved in the treatment of liver cancer.
Indica was found much later. It was named after the place where it was discovered - India. Like Sativa, this cannabis can grow anywhere. The bushes of this weed are small and look like spruce. Thanks to this, cannabis is resistant to temperature extremes. Growing up to 8 feet, it takes 6-8 weeks for the plant to flower. Indica leaves can also be described as:
Due to its short flowering cycle, as well as a small growth, this plant becomes suitable for indoor growing.
It is worth talking about the main weakness of the plant. Because of their dense buds, there is a risk of getting mold. Besides, it is important to prune the lower branches of the plant so that the sunlight reaches the very bottom branches.
Here are some strains that are worth growing:
- Northern Lights. Moderate strength level, moderate sedation, and wide flavor profile. Plus, weed is pretty easy to grow. The plant is resistant to pests. To increase yields, it is worth using hydro systems and organic HESI fertilizers. The flowering time takes approximately 7-8 weeks.
- Blue Cheese. Strain with berry flavor. Can be quite odorous as it grows. The flowering time takes up to 9 weeks. This marijuana can relax and arouse at the same time.
- Papaya. The sweet tropical flavor has a mango aftertaste. This herb is used to treat many mental disorders and has no serious side effects. Flowering time up to 7 weeks, but the plant requires a lot of experience. It is also worth using the Sea of Green method.
- Granddaddy Purple. An herb with a THC level of up to 20%. It is not easy to grow and produces a small yield. The complexity is added due to the plant's tendency to various diseases. The strain has grape and berry flavors and quite powerful effects that are not suitable for beginners. The flowering time takes up to 9 weeks.
