Get Growing in 2026 in nature, so let’ s go! Think of the things that you would typically measure and regulate.
1. pH: 5.5-7.3 a.
b.
c.
A pH in the 6s is a very happy place to end up with your feed water. Given that all cannabis plant varieties are a bit different, most tend to do well when maintained with“ 6-something” pH water. Process: Add filtered( preferably) water to a container, then mix in the desired nutrients. Let it stand for several minutes, then check the pH using the preferred pH testing method; add pH up or down, mix, and retest until the desired pH is achieved.
2. Temp and Humidity a. Temp: 60-75 degrees( a happy range). The“ Sweet Spot” is
72 degrees.
● You see 50, start thinking about getting warmer( ventilation on lower speed).
● You see 80, start thinking about getting cooler( ventilation on higher speed). b. Humidity: 45-60 percent
● You see 30, start thinking about raising that( less air movement).
● You see 70, start thinking about lowering that( more air movement).
It is best to keep your grow relatively insulated from the climate, such as in a finished, climate-controlled basement or inside a tent. If you do, with adequate ventilation, you shouldn’ t ever require any supplemental equipment like air conditioners or humidifiers. If you cannot get your numbers within the happy range, you might need to consider a supplemental heat / AC unit and / or a humidifier / dehumidifier. For easier regulation, local grow supply stores like Emerald Garden Grow Supply offer standalone ventilation controllers and complete units that automatically adjust airflow and fans based on temperature and humidity levels.
3. Time to Harvest
● You have roughly a one-week happy range window for harvesting. No tools are necessary. You do not need a microscope or a calendar.
● Just look at your buds and harvest according to the color changes and retraction of the hairs.
● When you think your plant is ready, wait a few days, and then consider that you have about a one-week harvest window!
4. Water
● The happy range for water is not too much, not too little, and is somewhat dependent upon your grow system.
● In soil, water the plant until nicely moist, allow it to use that water, but not get too dry, and repeat. The larger the plant, the smaller the container, the more often it will need watering. Think of a wet-dry cycle; the plant likes that, and it will support good growth and a healthy root zone.
● In a hydroponic system, I prefer continuous water flow and recycling; the plant adapts to the wet environment and can feed as necessary.
Remember, different genetics hail from various parts of the world with highly varied climates. The perfect settings for one variety might differ from those of the next, but both will be very happy under your“ sweet spot umbrella.”
Many people at home try to mimic the stability of commercial facilities’ environmental controls, but it is expensive, time-consuming, a pain in the ass, and 100 % unnecessary! I would like to reaffirm that my Award-Winning Cannabis was grown utilizing the very same grow philosophies that I’ ve shared with you here.
Also consider that the plant reacts to natural stress. Meaning, a plant’ s reaction to varied environmental conditions is a quality we really like; for instance, a plant can react to drought by producing a heavier, denser trichome content, because those are hydrophobic and can help prevent dehydration. Low temperature conditions can help a plant express various colors; we love purple weed!
Finally, are you a plant scientist? No. So why pretend to be one— because some Douche on Reddit acts the part, or some company is trying to sell you extra, unnecessary junk?
● Pay no attention to VPD ratios and PPM!
● Follow the feed chart on your nutrient package; use filtered water; maintain happy pH, temp, and humidity ranges.
● Most importantly, show your plants love, and the results will be outstanding.
Please note, we are talking about regular vegetative to flowering plants through harvest. You want to take better care of your longerterm mother plants, keep those babies happy, alive, and under low stress.
What I’ ve covered here is what I like to call Cannabis Plant Sweet Spots and Happy Ranges. Remember, maintain“ happy ranges” for your plant’ s environmental variables, and your plant will produce very happy buds for you!
Scan the QR code to see Gerry’ s How-To videos. Gerry is also available at Emerald Garden Grow Supply for Free personal grow consultations. He’ s happy to help walk you through your grow from seed to harvest!
Gerry Donovan, the owner of Emerald Garden Grow Supply, Raytown, MO, says,“ I am not a plant Biologist nor a Chemist. I do not have any formal cannabis plant education, as that was a non-existent thing before today’ s world. I do, however, have a passion for cannabis, which words fail to describe. I’ ve traveled throughout Europe, including Amsterdam, Spain, and Canada, where I not only ventured into the world of seeds and genetics but also continued my quest to learn as much as I could about Growing the Plant. I continue to expand my knowledge via grow seminars and cultivators’ conferences and, most importantly, through simple discussions with other growers. Over the last 22 years, I’ ve developed my own Grow Methodology through trial and error with love and passion. I hope to guide you on the pathway to enjoying the best cannabis you have ever consumed— your own homegrown!” Cannabis – Education – Wellness.
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