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When to Top Autoflowers: The Complete Guide

by Gab Wulff

Knowing when to top autoflowers is one of the most important timing calls you'll make in the grow room. Topping autoflowers the right way builds a bushier, higher-yielding plant. Do it too late or incorrectly though, and you risk a plant that stalls before it hits full size. Both outcomes come down...

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How to LST Autoflowers: Step-by-Step Guide

by Gab Wulff

Low-stress training (LST) autoflowers is the safest way to reshape your plant's canopy for bigger yields without slowing its growth. Unlike high-stress techniques like topping, LST bends and ties stems without wounding auto plants, which have a short vegetative window and can't afford long recovery...

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Feminized vs Autoflower Seeds: Comparison Guide

by Gab Wulff

Feminized and autoflower seeds are the two seed types most growers compare first, and they solve different problems. Feminized seeds grow female-only plants for a bigger, controllable harvest. Autoflower seeds flower on their own clock for a faster, simpler grow.  This guide compares both across...

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Male vs Female Weed Plant: How to Tell the Difference

by Gab Wulff

Male and female weed plants differ in one way that matters most to growers: female cannabis plants grow the buds people consume, and male cannabis plants grow pollen sacs that seed those buds instead.  This guide shows you how to sex cannabis plants by their pre-flowers, what the earliest male and...

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When to Top Autoflowers: The Complete Guide

by Gab Wulff

Knowing when to top autoflowers is one of the most important timing calls you'll make in the grow room. Topping autoflowers the right way builds a bushier, higher-yielding plant. Do it too late or incorrectly though, and you risk a plant that stalls before it hits full size. Both outcomes come down...

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Autoflower Week by Week: Pictures and Growth Guide

by Gab Wulff

Most autos go from seed to harvest in 7–12 weeks, with some strains taking up to 14 weeks. Since the growth cycle is age-based, autoflower week-by-week pictures give you a visual benchmark for every stage so you always know what your plant should look like. In this visual guide, you’ll uncover...

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When to Top Autoflowers: The Complete Guide

by Gab Wulff

Knowing when to top autoflowers is one of the most important timing calls you'll make in the grow room. Topping autoflowers the right way builds a bushier, higher-yielding plant. Do it too late or incorrectly though, and you risk a plant that stalls before it hits full size. Both outcomes come down...

calendar July 28, 2026 clock 10 min
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How to LST Autoflowers: Step-by-Step Guide

by Gab Wulff

Low-stress training (LST) autoflowers is the safest way to reshape your plant's canopy for bigger yields without slowing its growth. Unlike high-stress techniques like topping, LST bends and ties stems without wounding auto plants, which have a short vegetative window and can't afford long recovery...

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Feminized vs Autoflower Seeds: Comparison Guide

by Gab Wulff

Feminized and autoflower seeds are the two seed types most growers compare first, and they solve different problems. Feminized seeds grow female-only plants for a bigger, controllable harvest. Autoflower seeds flower on their own clock for a faster, simpler grow.  This guide compares both across...

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Male vs Female Weed Plant: How to Tell the Difference

by Gab Wulff

Male and female weed plants differ in one way that matters most to growers: female cannabis plants grow the buds people consume, and male cannabis plants grow pollen sacs that seed those buds instead.  This guide shows you how to sex cannabis plants by their pre-flowers, what the earliest male and...

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Canna Culture

How to Make Cannabis Tincture

by Clare La Feber-Toolis

Tinctures are popular because they are discreet, smoke-free, and highly customizable. You control the strain, the potency, and how you take it. That makes tinctures a great option both for people just starting with cannabis and for experienced consumers who want precise, repeatable effects.

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How to Make Cannabutter

by Clare La Feber-Toolis

Welcome to ILGM’s new CannaWitch Cannabis Cooking Column, a cosy spot for learning how to cook with cannabis. Here, you’ll learn how to make cannabis butter, oil, and tinctures so you can start creating delicious edibles and infused drinks right from your own kitchen.

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The Story of Sativa Strains

by Roach

Alright, before we even light this up, let's clear the air – cannabis can get a little confusing, especially for those who are new to this. When people talk about cannabis, the words “indica” and “sativa” often come up—but what do they really mean? For beginners, it can feel like you need to be an...

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When to Top Autoflowers: The Complete Guide

by Gab Wulff

Knowing when to top autoflowers is one of the most important timing calls you'll make in the grow room. Topping autoflowers the right way builds a bushier, higher-yielding plant. Do it too late or incorrectly though, and you risk a plant that stalls before it hits full size. Both outcomes come down...

calendar July 28, 2026 clock 10 min
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How to LST Autoflowers: Step-by-Step Guide

by Gab Wulff

Low-stress training (LST) autoflowers is the safest way to reshape your plant's canopy for bigger yields without slowing its growth. Unlike high-stress techniques like topping, LST bends and ties stems without wounding auto plants, which have a short vegetative window and can't afford long recovery...

calendar July 2, 2026 clock 8 min
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Feminized vs Autoflower Seeds: Comparison Guide

by Gab Wulff

Feminized and autoflower seeds are the two seed types most growers compare first, and they solve different problems. Feminized seeds grow female-only plants for a bigger, controllable harvest. Autoflower seeds flower on their own clock for a faster, simpler grow.  This guide compares both across...

calendar June 30, 2026 clock 5 min
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Male vs Female Weed Plant: How to Tell the Difference

by Gab Wulff

Male and female weed plants differ in one way that matters most to growers: female cannabis plants grow the buds people consume, and male cannabis plants grow pollen sacs that seed those buds instead.  This guide shows you how to sex cannabis plants by their pre-flowers, what the earliest male and...

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The germination practice

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How to Choose Cannabis Seeds For Your First Grow

by Chad Westport

Cannabis has a wide array of remarkable traits, and this article will help you pick the perfect strain to grow. Distinct aromas can transport you to another place filled with memories of friends and good times. Flavors can awaken the senses and spark joy in your day. 

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The vegetative stage

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Defoliation: How Pruning Can Improve Your Yield

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...

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Canna Culture

The Story of Sativa Strains

by Roach

Alright, before we even light this up, let's clear the air – cannabis can get a little confusing, especially for those who are new to this. When people talk about cannabis, the words “indica” and “sativa” often come up—but what do they really mean? For beginners, it can feel like you need to be an...

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