{"id":1203,"date":"2020-04-07T20:09:20","date_gmt":"2020-04-07T20:09:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/cbd\/an-easy-guide-to-growing-weed"},"modified":"2026-02-22T15:13:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T15:13:07","slug":"grow-weed-easy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/the-plant\/grow-weed-easy","title":{"rendered":"An easy guide to growing weed"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Want to reap the benefits of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/the-plant\/cannabis-cultivation-intro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">growing weed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, but you're not sure how to get started? Here is your personal guide on how to grow weed easy at home. Whether you're interested in cultivating cannabis for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/news\/2019\/07\/want-to-get-a-medical-marijuana-card-heres-what-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">medical marijuana<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> or for recreational usage, our guide will answer your questions and teach you the basics to get started today.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">First, explore online resources to purchase marijuana seeds and do some research on what strains are best for beginners. Strains that are lower in THC and higher in CBD content, such as Easy Bud and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/strains\/sour-tsunami\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sour Tsunami<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, may fit the bill. One excellent resource is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.growweedeasy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grow Weed Easy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> where Sirius Fourside and Nebula Haze, two seasoned growers, have assembled pages of useful advice and information for the beginner.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368.jpg\" data-modal-open=\"lightbox_1204\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 768px) 476px, (min-width: 1218px) 772px, 100vw\" alt=\"marijuana plant seedling\" title=\"Click to see a larger version of the image\">\n\t\t\t<\/a><cite>Photo by: Gina Coleman\/Weedmaps<\/cite><figcaption>When growing your own weed, first explore online resources to purchase marijuana seeds and do some research on what strains are best for beginners.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\t\t\t<div id=\"lightbox_1204\" data-modal data-modal-hide-heading data-modal-manual-close hidden>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Image lightbox<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/180514_BabyPlants_368-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"100vw\" alt=\"marijuana plant seedling\">\n\t\t\t\t<button role=\"button\" class=\"a11y-modal__close-btn\" data-modal-close-btn>\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M13.414 12l4.293 4.293a1 1 0 01-1.414 1.414L12 13.414l-4.293 4.293a1 1 0 11-1.414-1.414L10.586 12 6.293 7.707a1 1 0 011.414-1.414L12 10.586l4.293-4.293a1 1 0 011.414 1.414L13.414 12z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wm-article-table-of-contents-header\" id=\"what-do-you-need-to-grow-weed\">\n\tWhat do you need to grow weed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Marijuana cultivation has five major components: light, water, nutrients, air, and temperature. Cannabis growers need to manage each of these factors to cultivate thriving plants at home, so take these elements into consideration to transform your cannabis seeds into healthy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/the-plant\/parts-of-cannabis-plant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">marijuana plants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wm-article-table-of-contents-header\" id=\"should-you-grow-weed-indoors-or-outdoors\">\n\tShould you grow weed indoors or outdoors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It might be easier to grow marijuana <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/the-plant\/grow-intro-outdoor-cannabis-cultivation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">outdoors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> if you live in an ideal climate, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/the-plant\/grow-intro-outdoor-cannabis-cultivation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">indoors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> if you have a grow room. If you live in a dry, temperate climate with loads of sunshine, like San Diego or the Mediterranean, then growing weed outdoors may be the way to go. If you have ample space in your home, along with an efficient lighting system and temperature controls, then your marijuana plants may fare well indoors.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Grow weed easy: indoors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Light: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The process of growing marijuana indoors is easier than it once was, thanks to innovative lighting technology, especially LED lights. But hefty setup costs in excess of $800 may cause some beginners to shy away from LED lighting systems. If you do have the money to invest, then LED lights may be the right choice for you. Otherwise, you can implement <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/news\/2019\/02\/study-high-intensity-white-lights-can-maximize-cannabis-yields\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">cheaper lighting methods<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that may or may not be as energy-efficient as LED lights but are kinder to your budget. The bottom line is, LED products represent a significant initial investment but can save money over time with up to 80% greater efficiency ratings than traditional lighting.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1.jpg\" data-modal-open=\"lightbox_1205\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 768px) 476px, (min-width: 1218px) 772px, 100vw\" alt=\"indoor marijuana cultivation\" title=\"Click to see a larger version of the image\">\n\t\t\t<\/a><cite>Photo by: Gina Coleman\/Weedmaps<\/cite><figcaption>The process of growing marijuana indoors is easier than it once was, thanks to innovative lighting technology, especially LED lights.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\t\t\t<div id=\"lightbox_1205\" data-modal data-modal-hide-heading data-modal-manual-close hidden>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Image lightbox<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1982-1-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"100vw\" alt=\"indoor marijuana cultivation\">\n\t\t\t\t<button role=\"button\" class=\"a11y-modal__close-btn\" data-modal-close-btn>\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M13.414 12l4.293 4.293a1 1 0 01-1.414 1.414L12 13.414l-4.293 4.293a1 1 0 11-1.414-1.414L10.586 12 6.293 7.707a1 1 0 011.414-1.414L12 10.586l4.293-4.293a1 1 0 011.414 1.414L13.414 12z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<p><b>Water: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Anything less than emerald green leaves means it's time to water your plants, but the quality of water is just as important as the quantity.&nbsp; A handheld water quality meter will help you measure the mineral and chemical content of your water. You can also use the meter to track pH levels, which are best at 5.5 to 6.5 for indoor cannabis. Come up with a watering schedule, add a few simple supplies, and you'll be equipped to keep your weed hydrated.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Nutrients: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you grow weed indoors, there's a good chance you'll use a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/dictionary\/hydroponics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">hydroponics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> system rather than soil. Hydroponics involves the use of mineral nutrient solutions within a water solvent. The benefits of hydroponics include up to 90% more efficient water use, as well as an equally efficient utilization of space,&nbsp; which is key when using your home to grow weed. While a good hydroponics system can cost upwards of $1,000, it is a solid investment that covers water and nutrients in one solution.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Air: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Stale air is the enemy of a healthy plant, so you'll want to keep a flow going in your indoor space. Oscillating fans do the trick and are inexpensive to boot. Ventilation from open windows is another option, but only if you're not exposing your prized plants to harsh elements or extreme temperature fluctuations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3.jpg\" data-modal-open=\"lightbox_1206\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 768px) 476px, (min-width: 1218px) 772px, 100vw\" alt=\"indoor marijuana cultivation fan\" title=\"Click to see a larger version of the image\">\n\t\t\t<\/a><cite>Photo by: Gina Coleman\/Weedmaps<\/cite><figcaption>Stale air is the enemy of a healthy plant, so you'll want to keep a flow going in your indoor space.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\t\t\t<div id=\"lightbox_1206\" data-modal data-modal-hide-heading data-modal-manual-close hidden>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Image lightbox<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A1930-3-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"100vw\" alt=\"indoor marijuana cultivation fan\">\n\t\t\t\t<button role=\"button\" class=\"a11y-modal__close-btn\" data-modal-close-btn>\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M13.414 12l4.293 4.293a1 1 0 01-1.414 1.414L12 13.414l-4.293 4.293a1 1 0 11-1.414-1.414L10.586 12 6.293 7.707a1 1 0 011.414-1.414L12 10.586l4.293-4.293a1 1 0 011.414 1.414L13.414 12z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<p><b>Temperature: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Temperate is the name of the game when growing weed indoors and you'll want to maintain a consistent temperature between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, and not less than 60 degrees at night. Depending on where you live, you may need to adjust your thermostat, or you may be able to let your cannabis grow at room temperature.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Grow weed easy: outdoors<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Light: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Natural light will keep your cannabis in optimal health if you're cultivating outdoors. Just make sure you plant in a spot with at least eight hours of direct sunlight a day, and nature will do the rest.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751.jpg\" data-modal-open=\"lightbox_1207\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 768px) 476px, (min-width: 1218px) 772px, 100vw\" alt=\"outdoor growing marijuana\" title=\"Click to see a larger version of the image\">\n\t\t\t<\/a><cite>Photo by: Gina Coleman\/Weedmaps<\/cite><figcaption>Natural light will keep your cannabis in optimal health if you're cultivating outdoors.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\t\t\t<div id=\"lightbox_1207\" data-modal data-modal-hide-heading data-modal-manual-close hidden>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Image lightbox<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9751-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"100vw\" alt=\"outdoor growing marijuana\">\n\t\t\t\t<button role=\"button\" class=\"a11y-modal__close-btn\" data-modal-close-btn>\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M13.414 12l4.293 4.293a1 1 0 01-1.414 1.414L12 13.414l-4.293 4.293a1 1 0 11-1.414-1.414L10.586 12 6.293 7.707a1 1 0 011.414-1.414L12 10.586l4.293-4.293a1 1 0 011.414 1.414L13.414 12z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<p><b>Water: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Hydration needs vary according to the life cycle of a plant, but a good rule of thumb is to pay attention to the soil and assess whether it's parched or moist. No fancy irrigation system is necessary if your garden is small. Just water by hand and your plants will get the hydration they need. But you still need to measure those pH levels. Six to seven is a good benchmark for marijuana grown in soil.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Nutrients: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Organic fertilizers such as compost or fish meal are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/news\/2019\/07\/home-grow-a-simple-guide-to-cannabis-nutrients-and-compost-tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ideal nutrition<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to help your outdoor cannabis plants flower. Use the fertilizer sparingly, though, as plants are more likely to die from overfeeding than undernourishment.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895.jpg\" data-modal-open=\"lightbox_1208\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 768px) 476px, (min-width: 1218px) 772px, 100vw\" alt=\"outdoor marijuana growing\" title=\"Click to see a larger version of the image\">\n\t\t\t<\/a><cite>Photo by: Gina Coleman\/Weedmaps<\/cite><figcaption>Organic fertilizers such as compost or fish meal are ideal nutrition to help your outdoor cannabis plants flower.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\t\t\t<div id=\"lightbox_1208\" data-modal data-modal-hide-heading data-modal-manual-close hidden>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Image lightbox<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-768x512.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/032A9895-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"100vw\" alt=\"outdoor marijuana growing\">\n\t\t\t\t<button role=\"button\" class=\"a11y-modal__close-btn\" data-modal-close-btn>\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M13.414 12l4.293 4.293a1 1 0 01-1.414 1.414L12 13.414l-4.293 4.293a1 1 0 11-1.414-1.414L10.586 12 6.293 7.707a1 1 0 011.414-1.414L12 10.586l4.293-4.293a1 1 0 011.414 1.414L13.414 12z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<p><b>Air: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cultivating cannabis in the great outdoors means you don't have to manage air quality. In fact, you have no control over the air, other than to ensure you are growing your marijuana in a climate that is not as dry as the Mojave or as humid as the Everglades.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Temperature: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As with it is indoors, the ideal temperature for growing weed outdoors is between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit during the day with nighttime temperatures above 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Exact numbers vary depending on the stage of the plant (seedling, flowering, etc.), but always avoid extreme temperatures.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wm-article-table-of-contents-header\" id=\"harvesting-your-weed\">\n\tHarvesting your weed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Once you've followed these easy steps and optimized your light, water, nutrients, air, and temperature, your cannabis may reward you with a high yield. Have fun with the growing experience and experiment with different techniques to harvest your best buds.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want to reap the benefits of growing weed, but you're not sure how to get started? Here is your personal guide on how to grow weed easy at home. 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