Pumps Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Pumps move water long distances and uphill. Pumps can be operated by hand, batteries, gasoline, gravity, and with pressure from moving water. Gasoline powered…

Water Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Clean rainwater is the best for irrigation. To make sure it is not too acidic and harmful to plants, take the pH and parts…

Fertilizers Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Plants can be fertilized enough to make them respond and grow well within a temperature range of 60-90F, reasonable humidity, adequate sunshine, and moderate…

Mulch Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Mulch attract and retains soil moisture and smothers weeds. Mulch is a layer of decomposing foliage, straw, grass clippings, weeds, etc. and/or paper, rocks,…

Raised Beds Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Raised beds are wonderful for growing in the backyard. Cultivation and weed control are easier, and soil quality is simpler to maintain. Build…

Prepare Soil Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Help reduce the stress by growing seedlings in tall containers which will produce a strong root system and a plant that has a…

Hardpan Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Hardpan is a condition whereby a layer of soil beneath the soil surface is hard and impenetrable to both water and roots. Caliche is…

Soil Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Soil is one of three main types and all shades of gray and brown in between. Soil is the product of millions of years…

Start Clones or Seedlings Indoors Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Get a jump on the season by starting clones and seedlings under lights indoors. Move small containerized plants into heated…

Climate Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Outdoor grow shows are dominated by climate, soil, and water supply whether you are planting in a remote mountain patch, a cozy garden in…

Strains Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Selecting the right strains for your climate is just as important as finding the perfect location. It is a good idea to grow several…

Outdoors Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Much of the information that pertains specifically to outdoor cultivation is in this chapter. Many of the subjects in this chapter are covered in…

Climate Control Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Even the best greenhouses will lose heat through radiation, conducting, convection through glass, walls, and floor (or soil), and also through vents, doors,…

Greenhouses and Cold Frames Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes This simple overview of greenhouses and cold frames will give you a feeling of what to look for and how to…

Grow Room Setup Step by Step Marijuana Horticulture by Jorge Cervantes Set up the grow room before introducing plants. Construction requires space and planning. A grow room under construction offers…