How to Grow Weed at Home for New Growers

Overview

• This guide provides an easy-to-follow method for growing weed at home.
• Based on multiple harvests and experience from a community of growers.
• Time frame from seed to harvest: 3 to 5 months.

Essential Supplies and Equipment

• Grow Light
  • Most important piece of equipment.
  • LED lights recommended: 30 watts/sq ft.
  • Cost: ~$150 for three plants.
  • Control day/night with a timed outlet/surge.
• Soil and Pots
  • Froggy soil or Pro Mix HP recommended.
  • 5-gallon fabric pots recommended for plant size.
• Nutrients
  • Essential for growth; use General Hydroponics Flora Trio.
  • Balance pH of water with pH meter and adjust with pH up/down.
  • Add Cal Mag for healthy cell walls and photosynthesis.
• Environment Control
  • Small fan for air circulation.
  • Thermometer/hygrometer combo to monitor temperature/humidity.

Optional Equipment

• Grow Tent
  • Maximizes light efficiency, controls environment size.
  • Inline fan for CO2 supply and ventilation with carbon filter to manage smell.

Environment Setup

• Ideal temperature: 70-80°F.
• Choose seeds/clones: Regular seeds, Feminized seeds, Auto flowers.

Seed Germination and Planting

• Use room temperature water with hydrogen peroxide for seed germination.
• Transfer seeds to moist soil once Taproot appears.
• Cover young plants to increase humidity.

Growing Process

• Use a cheat sheet for weekly guidance.
• Humidity and Light
  • Use humidifiers/dehumidifiers and humidity domes.
  • Light intensity is measured and adjusted with a light meter.
• Feeding and Watering
  • Use prepared water and follow nutrient order.
  • Water only when soil is dry, avoid overwatering.
  • Flush soil to remove excess salts every third feeding.

Plant Topping and Flipping

• Top plants at fifth node to enhance growth.
• Decide when to switch from vegetative to flowering phase.

Identifying Plant Sex

• Regular strains may develop balls (male) or white hairs (female).

Harvesting

• Monitor trichomes for readiness: Milky or Amber.
• Follow charts for autoflowers for steady growth.

Additional Resources

• Check cheat sheet and other videos on harvesting, drying, trimming, and curing.

These notes provide a comprehensive guide for beginners interested in growing marijuana at home, summarizing the key steps and equipment needed for successful cultivation.