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Gebrauchte Cannabis-Erde kann nachhaltig entsorgt oder wiederverwendet werden. Vor der Kompostierung sollte sie auf Nährstoffgehalt, chemische Rückstände und Schimmel geprüft werden. Eine erfolgreiche Kompostierung erfordert die Auflockerung der Erde, Zugabe von Stickstoff- und Kohlenstoffquellen sowie eine regelmäßige Feuchtigkeitskontrolle und Umschichtung. Alternativ kann die Erde mit Kompost oder Wurmhumus angereichert, für Gründüngung genutzt oder als Mulch verwendet werden. Durch diese Methoden wird Abfall reduziert und die Bodenqualität verbessert.

Defoliation of cannabis is an important technique that optimizes growth, improves light distribution, and allows for a better harvest. It increases the quality and quantity of flowers when done correctly. This method offers benefits such as improved light penetration, better air circulation, and targeted energy redirection. Key times for defoliation are the vegetative phase to shape the plant and the flowering phase after the stretch phase to encourage flower production. The technique involves removing large fan leaves that shade lower flowers and retaining sufficient foliage for photosynthesis. Tips for beginners include observing the plants, being patient during the recovery period,...

When you start growing cannabis, you'll quickly come across two main categories: photoperiod and autoflowering plants. Both types have their own advantages and disadvantages, and it's important to understand the differences in order to make the right choice for your grow. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at both types and explain which one might be best for you. What are photoperiod cannabis plants? Photoperiod plants depend on the amount of light to transition into the flowering phase. In nature, these plants begin flowering when the days get shorter, usually in the fall. When growing indoors, you'll...

Drying cannabis flowers is a crucial step to ensure the final product is high quality. After harvesting, this process is essential to preserve aroma, potency, and overall shelf life. In this blog post, you'll learn why drying is important, what steps you should follow, and what mistakes you can avoid. Why is drying important? Drying cannabis flowers is used to remove excess moisture from the plant material. This process has several advantages: Avoid mold growth: Too much moisture promotes the growth of mold and other microorganisms that can render the product unusable. Improves aroma: During drying, chlorophyll and other undesirable...