A Beginner's Guide to Participating in Cannabis Research
Give Voice to Your Choice. Everyone connected with cannabis has a story to tell. In a growing number of places, researchers can finally ask you to share those stories!
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Xavier Kief, a fierce cannabis advocate & educator, merges science & joy in cultivation. Expert in regenerative growing, mycology & activism
by Xavier Kief
Give Voice to Your Choice. Everyone connected with cannabis has a story to tell. In a growing number of places, researchers can finally ask you to share those stories!
by Xavier Kief
One of the many thrills about growing your own cannabis is getting to see the range of expression that each plant has. Some plants have big frisbee-sized leaves, while others have small and narrow ones. Some plants grow tall like trees, while others grow like squat bushes. Regardless of how the...
by Xavier Kief
Cannabis is such a great friend to us – for many, it’s one of our true lifelong companions! One of the benefits of growing your own weed is that you can learn to grow other plants along the way. And when this personal growth leads to better outcomes for your cannabis harvest? That’s synergy at work.
by Xavier Kief
Growing cannabis outdoors in soil is a great way to develop your green thumbs. Once you’ve chosen to cultivate in soil, a few good decisions along the way will make the final result one you can take pride in. I love growing weed in soil, and I think you will too. Let’s dig in!
by Xavier Kief
Introduction to Greenhouse Cannabis CultivationGrowing cannabis in a greenhouse is a great way to exercise your green thumb and boost the quality and quantity of your yearly yield. It's a blend of indoor and outdoor styles that harnesses natural light and heat from the sun, while also providing a...
by Xavier Kief
My friend, it’s high time you started growing cannabis. I can say, without a shadow of a doubt, that everyone I know who has tried it has found some benefit from the experience. Spring has just sprung, and there's no better time to try to grow your own cannabis!
by Xavier Kief
There’s nothing quite like growing cannabis out in the full sunlight and fresh air. Working with nature to cultivate your bud can be much more cost-effective, and when the sky is literally the limit, yields can be mind-blowing!
by Xavier Kief
Even if you’ve never grown anything before in your life, growing cannabis outdoors just sounds like something worth trying. When you’re ready to start, we’re here to help set you on the path to success – there’s no time like the present!
by Xavier Kief
Healthy cannabis roots are highly important for your grow. They’re basically the plant’s guts – as cannabis grows, the roots increase in size and complexity, doing the work of absorbing, processing, and balancing nutrients for every stage of life.
by Xavier Kief
There’s nothing quite like growing cannabis out in the full sunlight and fresh air. Working with nature to cultivate your bud can be much more cost-effective, and when the sky is literally the limit, yields can be mind-blowing!
by Xavier Kief
Transplanting cannabis is all about giving your plant room to grow. It involves moving your plant from a smaller container or pot to a larger one, sometimes even transferring it from one growing medium to another.
by Xavier Kief
“Help! I’m seeing little black bugs on my buds!” You have no idea how many times we've heard our readers say this. And with good reason. Even the pros have a bug problem from time to time. The difference is, though, that the pros have learned to recognize and deal with the little black bugs (or any...
by Xavier Kief
When it comes to growing top-notch cannabis, the soil you choose can make a world of difference. A good soil mix helps your plants thrive, offering just the right balance of nutrients, drainage, and water retention.
by Xavier Kief
Growing cannabis in pots is a convenient, flexible option for cultivators of all skill levels. It allows you to control the environment around each plant, providing precise management over elements like soil composition, water drainage, and light exposure.
by Xavier Kief
When it comes to growing cannabis outdoors, choosing the right seeds for your climate can make all the difference between a bountiful harvest and a disappointing season. Each climate has its unique challenges and opportunities, and by understanding these factors—such as temperature, humidity, light...
by Xavier Kief
If you’re new to growing cannabis, the first step you’ll need to master is seed germination. It’s how you get your seeds to sprout, turning those tiny cannabis seeds into thriving plants. One of the most popular and beginner-friendly ways to germinate seeds is using the paper towel method. It’s...
by Xavier Kief
Cannabis is a dioecious plant species. Simply put, that means you can have a male or a female plant. We all know we want to keep the ladies to produce flowers and get rid of the males so they don’t pollinate the rest of your grow.
by Xavier Kief
Have you heard that pruning can boost your cannabis yield but feel a bit nervous about accidentally harming your plants? I get it—overdoing it while pruning is a common worry, and it makes sense to be cautious. But here's the good news: when done properly, defoliation can make a real difference in...
by Xavier Kief
One of the many thrills about growing your own cannabis is getting to see the range of expression that each plant has. Some plants have big frisbee-sized leaves, while others have small and narrow ones. Some plants grow tall like trees, while others grow like squat bushes. Regardless of how the...
by Xavier Kief
Cannabis is such a great friend to us – for many, it’s one of our true lifelong companions! One of the benefits of growing your own weed is that you can learn to grow other plants along the way. And when this personal growth leads to better outcomes for your cannabis harvest? That’s synergy at work.
by Xavier Kief
Growing cannabis outdoors in soil is a great way to develop your green thumbs. Once you’ve chosen to cultivate in soil, a few good decisions along the way will make the final result one you can take pride in. I love growing weed in soil, and I think you will too. Let’s dig in!
by Xavier Kief
Introduction to Greenhouse Cannabis CultivationGrowing cannabis in a greenhouse is a great way to exercise your green thumb and boost the quality and quantity of your yearly yield. It's a blend of indoor and outdoor styles that harnesses natural light and heat from the sun, while also providing a...
by Xavier Kief
There’s nothing quite like growing cannabis out in the full sunlight and fresh air. Working with nature to cultivate your bud can be much more cost-effective, and when the sky is literally the limit, yields can be mind-blowing!
by Xavier Kief
Even if you’ve never grown anything before in your life, growing cannabis outdoors just sounds like something worth trying. When you’re ready to start, we’re here to help set you on the path to success – there’s no time like the present!
by Xavier Kief
Healthy cannabis roots are highly important for your grow. They’re basically the plant’s guts – as cannabis grows, the roots increase in size and complexity, doing the work of absorbing, processing, and balancing nutrients for every stage of life.
by Xavier Kief
Ever dash of the house without thinking, only to have the door shut and locked behind you? You’re standing there, frustrated, while everything you need is on the other side of that one little annoying latch. That’s what it’s like for a plant experiencing a cannabis nutrient lockout.
by Xavier Kief
What is Powdery Mildew and Why Should You Care?
by Xavier Kief
Give Voice to Your Choice. Everyone connected with cannabis has a story to tell. In a growing number of places, researchers can finally ask you to share those stories!
by Xavier Kief
My friend, it’s high time you started growing cannabis. I can say, without a shadow of a doubt, that everyone I know who has tried it has found some benefit from the experience. Spring has just sprung, and there's no better time to try to grow your own cannabis!
by Xavier Kief
Transplanting cannabis is all about giving your plant room to grow. It involves moving your plant from a smaller container or pot to a larger one, sometimes even transferring it from one growing medium to another.
by Xavier Kief
If you’ve ever wondered why cannabis can make you feel so relaxed, uplifted, or even creative, here’s the scoop. The magic of cannabis comes from a mix of compounds—mainly cannabinoids and terpenes—that work together to give you that unique experience. But what exactly are these things, and why do...
by Xavier Kief
Have you heard that pruning can boost your cannabis yield but feel a bit nervous about accidentally harming your plants? I get it—overdoing it while pruning is a common worry, and it makes sense to be cautious. But here's the good news: when done properly, defoliation can make a real difference in...
by Xavier Kief
When you’re growing cannabis, stress isn’t exactly a friend when it comes to problems with your weed plants, but it’s also not always the enemy.