Grow Lights for indoor cannabis cultivation
A correct choice of the grow light when growing cannabis indoors is crucial to obtain the expected results. Cannabis plants need different light spectrum and amount of lumens depending on their stage, so we should have a number of concepts clear before growing our pot at home. In this article we tell you more about the most commonly used types of grow lights and how to use them.
Irrigation water temperature and cannabis cultivation
The temperature of the irrigation water or nutrient solution is one of the factors oftenly forgotten by novice growers. Incorrect temperature will bring problems with diseases, reduced nutrient uptake and poor yields. In this article we tell you the best temperature for watering your cannabis plants, also the importance of the amount of oxygen dissolved in the water.
Intensive cannabis farming outdoors
Often, outdoor growers plant once per year and obtain only one harvest from their outdoor garden. In this article we tell you how to successfully harvest 3 outdoor crops per year with the help of a small indoor grow tent and a greenhouse, and also which are the best strains for this intensive cultivation technique.
SCROG technique for growing cannabis
The SCROG technique is used by many growers to get excellent yields with very few plants per square meter. In this article we tell you more about this interesnting cultivation technique which, as you'll see, has major advantages when compared to other methods.
Trichomes are secretions produced by cannabis plants where several compounds are produced and stored, among them cannabinoids and terpenes, which provide each plant with its unique scent, flavor and effect. In this article we'll take a closer look at the different types of trichomes found on cannabis and their function.
CBD is one of the main cannabinoids of the cannabis plant, and during the last years its therapeutic potential is finally being deeply investigated by the medical community. On this article we tell you more about Cannabidiol and how it acts on our body.
Philosopher Seeds at the LIFT Expo in Vancouver
Philosopher Seeds was present at the LIFT Expo Vancouver with our friends from 420Canada. On this article we tell you more about this amazing event, in which we were awarded with the 2nd prize for best solvent concentrate.
How to make marijuana cuttings
Cannabis cuttings are an easy and efficient way to ensure the quality standard demanded by each grower. Taking clones is an easy process that leads to top grade, uniform crops, which is what many growers want. On this article you'll learn, step by step, how to take cuttings easily and successfully.
Grow report of Orange Candy, Black Bomb and Sugar Pop
Here you have a grow report of some of our feminised cannabis strains: Black Bomb, Orange Candy and Sugar Pop. Thus, you can see how our seeds and cuttings developed during both the growth and bloom stages.
Spider mites can quickly ruin a cannabis crop if not identified and treated on time. In this post you'll find all the information you need to efficiently manage and eradicate a pest of these insects.
Botrytis can quickly ruin a marijuana crop if not detected and treated on time. Outdoor plants are especially sensitive to be infected by this fungus, and to know a few basic tips may be the difference between harvesting our plants or throwing them away. In this article we tell you what is botrytis and how to get rid of it.
Hydroponic cultivation of cannabis
Hydroponic cultivation is being increasingly used since the last decades, especially for the excellent results obtained with this growing technique. In this post we tell you the basics of hydroponics, what type of systems are available on the market, growing mediums and techniques and everything you need to know about this systems to successfully grow your hydroponic plants at home.
How to treat thrips on cannabis plants
While thrips don't normally represent a dangerous thread to cannabis plants, they can become a problem if not treated properly. If they find optimal propagation conditions, they can quickly infect our whole crop, so proper prevention and management are crucial to have a grow room with clean, healthy plants. In this post we tell you how to identify thrips and get rid of them in an environmentally friendly way.
Lift Cannabis Expo in Toronto, Canada
After a new edition, Toronto's LIFT Cannabis Expo has consolidated as one of the most important cannabis events in Canada, were a large number of companies and visitors enjoy the wonderful atmosphere in the modern facilities of the Metro Convention Center, located in the heart of Ontario's capital. Philosopher Seeds was present in this show, which has been a success in terms of participation. We tell you our Canadian experience on this post.
5 productive marijuana varieties for Outdoor
Are you looking for high yield seeds to grow outdoors? In this post we will recommend the 5 best varieties to obtain high yields while maintaining quality.Firstly here are some tips with images to optimize results for Guerilla and other outdoor grows.
Powdery Mildew is a pathogen fungi that attacks a vast range of plants, including cannabis. To know about this pest is crucial to effectively prevent it and treat it, so in this post you'll learn how to identify and treat a powdery mildew infection in marijuana plants.
About this Cannabis Blog
This is the blog of the seed bank Philosopher Seeds. It is intended for the use of adults over the age of 18 years.
You'll find information on homegrowing cannabis, tips, tricks and news from the cannabis sector.
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