Still not sure what to get? Talk with a seed supplier who you trust and describe the smell you’re going for. [2] X Expert Source Jamie Corroon, ND, MPHMedical Director of the Center for Medical Cannabis Education Expert Interview. 10 March 2020. You can also check out seed companies or forums for marijuana growers. Any of these should be able to point you in the right direction!
Generic plant soils and fertilizers can pack too much nitrogen. A nitrogen excess will help your marijuana plant put on a lot of growth, but it will reduce bud yield which is where those fantastic aroma compounds are found.
Check the room’s thermostat so you know it’s accurate and set between 70 to 75 °F (21 to 24 °C).
Be gentle when you bend the branches down and away from the center. You can use a twist tie or plant tie to secure the branch to a nearby branch so it doesn’t pop back up. Start low-stress training as soon as you notice that some branches are taller than the others. The earlier you start training, the better.
The flowering phase is usually 8 to 9 weeks after planting, but your seeds should have a specific flowering timeline. UV-B light can cause eye inflammation so you should always wear protective goggles or glasses when you work around the light.
If you want to try a homemade supplement, dissolve 1 teaspoon (4. 9 ml) of blackstrap molasses in 1 gallon (3. 8 L) of water.
Flushing is also a great way to prevent your marijuana from smelling or tasting like chemicals or mint.
This is a good experiment if you’ve got several marijuana plants. Keep a log or journal and make notes so you know what harvesting time worked best for which strain. In general, marijuana plants are ready to harvest when you see the glittery crystal-like trichomes on the buds turn milky or amber.
If the drying room is over 75 °F (24 °C), your marijuana will lose a lot of flavor and aroma.
Fill your jars only 75% full so they’re not packed and they can continue to dry out. Your marijuana will continue to become flavorful as the buds cure.
As the marijuana cures, it will lose the flavor compounds that make it smell like hay. Instead, it will develop scents that are common for the particular strain. For instance, your marijuana may start to smell fruity, floral, or funky.
