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While HIDs have long since been the preferred choice for cannabis growers, LEDs are quickly starting to take over. Undoubtedly this is due to the fact that they are more efficient, smaller, and have a longer life span. Many of those factors translate to lower utility costs for growers, as these lights simply do not have the light and heat output of other grow lights. However, it’s these features that growers need to take into consideration when it’s time to set up their grow room. So, what things should growers be thinking about when they introduce these new lights to their plants? Continue reading →

Anyone that knows how to harvest marijuana knows there’s a lot of trimming involved. Finding the right trimming scissors for the job is important. If you don’t get the right kind, not only will they be uncomfortable to use, but you could also damage your bud.   What are the Different Types of Trimming Scissors? There are many different types of trimmers. The type you...

One of the perks of indoor growing is cultivators can fine-tune and control their environments. This includes the monitoring temperatures, and humidity control too.  By dialing in a grow room’s environment, growers can improve plant health and maximize yields, overall.  Of course, the concept of humidity control is no simple feat to conquer. Especially considering the number of external factors...

Originally posted on 28th April 2016, Updated on 23rd March 2020 Let’s face it. Cannabis plants have strong odors.   Although their smells are divine, they’re difficult to hide — especially while growing them inside your home. That's why cannabis odor control is so important. Fortunately, you can masque, reduce, and eliminate cannabis odors and keep your grow room ‘hush-hush’.        Why Does...

Originally posted on 28th April 2016, Updated on 23rd March 2020 Let’s face it. Cannabis plants have strong odors.   Although their smells are divine, they’re difficult to hide — especially while growing them inside your home. That's why cannabis odor control is so important. Fortunately, you can masque, reduce, and eliminate cannabis odors and keep your grow room ‘hush-hush’.        Why Does...

One of the perks of indoor growing is cultivators can fine-tune and control their environments. This includes the monitoring temperatures, and humidity control too.  By dialing in a grow room’s environment, growers can improve plant health and maximize yields, overall.  Of course, the concept of humidity control is no simple feat to conquer. Especially considering the number of external factors...

Anyone that knows how to harvest marijuana knows there’s a lot of trimming involved. Finding the right trimming scissors for the job is important. If you don’t get the right kind, not only will they be uncomfortable to use, but you could also damage your bud.   What are the Different Types of Trimming Scissors? There are many different types of trimmers. The type you...

MH (metal Halide) and HPS (high pressure sodium) lights usually the first port of call but may not be the best choice for small-scale growers. Some may be put off by the up-front cost and others by the heat they produce and the corresponding need for ventilation and other safety considerations, not to mention the high draw on power, making those energy bills stack up. This often leaves a choice between CFLs and LEDs. Continue reading →