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The Super Cropping Technique in Marijuana Cultivation

Super cropping is an HST technique that involves crushing and bending a branch without breaking it to control height, level the canopy, and improve light distribution. The plant responds by forming a callus that strengthens the area and encourages lateral growth. It’s best applied during the vegetative stage or early flowering, and it should be avoided if the plant is stressed or in late flowering.

Soil Regeneration and Cannabis

The post explains that to improve cannabis quality and consistency, soil should be treated as a living ecosystem: with more organic matter, permanent cover, less tillage, living roots, and greater diversity to boost microbiology and resilience. It also recommends tracking soil improvement through indicators (carbon, infiltration, structure, pH, etc.) and making a gradual transition, since meaningful changes take time.

Growing automatic plants in mother plant cabinets

Autoflowering plants bloom according to age rather than photoperiod, which means they can be grown in a mother plant cabinet under an 18/6 light cycle without modifying it. They are fast, compact, and sensitive to stress, making them ideal for continuous harvests in small spaces.

In the cabinet, they require good space organization, proper ventilation, full-spectrum LED lighting, and stable temperatures. They should be planted directly in 7–11 L pots with an airy substrate and gentle nutrients. LST is recommended to control height.

Their cycle lasts 70–90 days, and harvest time is determined by observing the trichomes. Common mistakes include transplanting them, pruning them too aggressively, or overcrowding the cabinet.

Fungus gnats in cannabis cultivation

Fungus gnats appear in marijuana crops when the growing medium remains too wet. Their larvae, which live in the upper layer of the substrate, damage fine roots and especially affect seedlings and cuttings. Yellow sticky traps and the potato test are used to detect them. Control is based on adjusting irrigation, improving drainage, keeping the area clean, and applying biological control such as Steinernema feltiae, Bti, or predatory mites. With good practices, it is possible to keep the pest under control without using chemicals.

Cannabis and mealybugs

Mealybugs are one of the most persistent and damaging pests in cannabis cultivation, especially outdoors, as they can seriously compromise the health and productivity of your plants. In today's article we want to offer you a complete guide to identify them, understand their life cycle and apply effective prevention and control strategies. With proper management, you will be able to keep your crop healthy and protect the quality of your harvest.

New autoflowering strains from Philosopher Seeds 2025

Today we present our new autoflowering varieties for the 2025 season, designed to offer high yields, aromatic profiles that will leave you speechless and, as always, ease of cultivation. With a fast cycle and great adaptability, these genetics are ideal for growers of all levels looking for quality and productivity in any environment. Come and discover them with us!

New photoperiod strains from Philosopher Seeds 2025

Philosopher Seeds is kicking off 2025 with three new feminized strains that promise to revolutionize your grows: Oreoz S1, Black Cherry Cookies and Permanent Marker. These genetics stand out for their extreme potency, high yields and unrivaled flavors. Discover the latest in genetic innovation and take your harvest to the next level with these three cannabis gems!

Philosopher Seeds' Best-Selling Autos in 2024

In 2024, Philosopher Seeds' autoflowering strains have established themselves as the favourites of many growers for their speed, ease and exceptional results. From the stimulating Lemon OG Candy Auto to the potent C. Banana Auto, these genetics have stood out for their versatility, unique flavours and captivating effects. This top 5 best-selling autoflowering strains reflects the best of our work this year, ideal if you're looking for quality and efficiency in your cultivation. Find out why they've been a hit and get ready for a 2025 full of new surprises!

Lollipopping and cannabis

Lollipopping is a pruning technique in cannabis cultivation that optimizes plant growth by removing lower branches and concentrating energy on the top, where the largest and densest flowers are produced. This method helps improve crop yield and quality by maximizing light exposure and airflow to the upper areas of the plant. Ideal for growers looking for high-quality harvests, lollipopping facilitates the development of larger, more potent buds. Today we'll tell you how and when to apply this technique to your plants to improve the overall yield of your crop.

Caterpillars and cannabis

Outdoor cannabis cultivation can be affected by caterpillar pests, which seriously damage plants by feeding on their leaves, buds and flowers. These pests reproduce quickly, following seasonal life cycles that can intensify in warm climates. To prevent their appearance and reproduction, it is essential to apply measures such as those we tell you about in this article today.

7 Philosopher Seeds cannabis strains to help you sleep

Today we'll explore seven cannabis strains from Philosopher Seeds that are especially suited for relaxation and combating insomnia. These are genetics that stand out for their deeply sedative effects, with terpene profiles and THC levels that help relieve stress, anxiety and help achieve restful sleep. These strains are perfect for those looking for deep rest and physical relief after a hectic or high-tension day!

Nürburgreen Super Auto, high-yield cannabis

Nürburgreen Super Auto cannabis by Philosopher Seeds is an evolution of the Skunk concept, blending fruitier aromas, especially mango, with the resistance and ease of cultivation typical of the Skunk family. This plant results from crossing Critical Auto XXL and Tropimango, creating a high-yielding, easy to grow plant suitable for both beginners and experts. Nürburgreen Super Auto adapts well to different environments, capable of producing up to 200g per plant outdoors and up to 500g per m2 indoors. Its effect is powerful, fun, and sociable, evoking intense and festive emotions, much like the experience on the Nürburgring circuit. This limited edition variety is ideal for those looking for high performance without compromising on quality.

THC: Everything about the most renowned cannabinoid

THC or tetrahydrocannabinol is the main psychoactive component of the cannabis plant, responsible for the intoxicating effects with which this plant is often associated. Today we tell you everything you want to know about this cannabinoid, the jewel in the crown in terms of substances produced by marijuana.

What is triploid cannabis?

Cannabis cultivation, like other aspects of the agronomic industry, is experiencing the contribution of innovation and technology. And the era of triploid cannabis is here, which can easily be the solution to producing seedless cannabis. Because what if growers never had to worry about accidental pollination of their plants ever again?

What are cannabis landraces?

The number of hybrids that we have on the market today is enormous, with dozens of seed banks offering their new crosses season after season. However...where do these hybrids come from? What were the first plants used to create them? Today we will talk about landrace varieties and we will tell you how thanks to them the current cannabis scene is what we know today.

Aphids and cannabis, how to avoid and combat them

Today we are going to tell you how to prevent and fight aphids in your crop, an annoying pest that can cause quite a few problems for your plants, such as necrosis, fungus and even viruses. As you will see, this is not a pest that is difficult to diagnose or eradicate... so don't miss this article!