How to Grow Cannabis
12 simple steps from seed to jar. Click any step for details, tips, and common issues.
This guide is for educational purposes only and intended for adults 21+ in regions where cultivation is legal. Always follow local laws and regulations.
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1
Germinate Seeds
Place seeds in moist paper towel until they sprout a small white root.
2-7 days -
2
Seedling Stage
Plant sprouted seed in small pot. Keep soil moist but not soaked.
1-2 weeks -
3
Transplant
When plant reaches 6 inches tall, move to bigger pot.
1 day -
4
Vegetative Growth
Plant grows leaves and branches. Keep watering when soil dries.
2-8 weeks -
5
Flowering Begins
Plant starts forming flower buds.
Week 1-2 -
6
Flowering Continues
Buds grow larger and denser. Keep environment stable.
6-8 weeks -
7
Harvest Time
When trichomes turn cloudy, cut down the plant.
1 day -
8
Hang to Dry
Hang branches upside down in dark room with airflow.
7-14 days -
9
Stem Snap Test
Bend a stem. When it snaps cleanly, ready to trim.
Quick test -
10
Trim Buds
Cut off stems and leaves. Keep only frosty buds.
2-4 hours -
11
Jar & Cure
Store in glass jars. Open daily for 10-15 minutes.
2+ weeks -
12
Done!
Your first harvest is complete. Store in cool, dark place.
Enjoy responsibly
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Last updated: January 2026